Panopticons Ultra

Race completed

52 km Distance

1,430 m Climbing

4.7 Grit · Challenging

53.7486° N, 2.4875° W © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 28 m / km Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.

Time limit 10 hours 11:32 min/km average. Firm. Room to walk the climbs and stop at aid. About average for a 50K. Measured against 1063 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

Typical conditions, May

Daytime high 15°C

Night low 7°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Daylight 16 h 18 m of light

Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 127 m. Not a forecast.

Course notes

terrain This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

Gear for this race

Chosen for 52 km of trail with 1,430 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 28 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
Race Nutrition 52 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
Trekking Poles 1,430 m of ascent to walk up.
GPS Watches Battery life first — a 52 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.

Adidas

Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra

RunRepeat found the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra to be perfect for midfoot and forefoot strikers, while iRunFar noted that the shoe feels incredibly effici…

★★★★★ 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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