Maldon, United Kingdom · Saturday, June 20, 2026
Fixed Distance 100 mi
Maldon M100
Race completed
163 km Distance
6,470 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 40 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Time limit 32 hours
11:47 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 100 mi. Measured against 29 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Typical conditions, June
Daytime high 19°C
Night low 12°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 16 h 41 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for June — NASA POWER, grid elevation 38 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 163 km of trail with 6,470 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 40 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition Past 163 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 6,470 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 32 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Course Notes
10.15 mi per lap
Similar races
Other 100 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.