Köln, Germany · Saturday, October 16, 2027

Fixed Distance 100K

Kölnpfad-111

338 days away

111 km Distance

520 m Climbing

6.3 Grit · Hardcore

50.9333° N, 6.9500° E © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 5 m / km Fast & Flat. This course is relatively flat and fast. Ideal for PB attempts.

Time limit 16 hours 8:39 min/km average. Tight. Sustained running. Long aid-station stops will cost you. Tighter than 75% of 100K races. Measured against 234 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

Typical conditions, October

Daylight 10 h 45 m of light

Course notes

terrain This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
nutrition For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.

Gear for this race

Chosen for 111 km of trail with 520 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 111 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
Race Nutrition Past 111 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 111 km, without the bounce.
Headlamps A 16 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Accessories Chafe and blisters end more 111 km races than fitness does.

Salomon

Aero Glide 4 Grvl

$159.95 ★★★★★ 4.5

Brooks

Catamount 3

RunRepeat found the Brooks Catamount 3 to have a cozier upper that enhances the overall fit, though breathability and durability could be better. iRunFar noted…

★★★★★ 4.5

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