San Martin de los Andes, Neuquen, Patagonia, Argentina · usually early April (date TBC)

Patagonia Run

100 km Distance

4,000 m Climbing

10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme

40.1572° S, 71.3534° W © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 40 m / km Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.

Daytime high 12°C

Night low 1°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Regional 2001-2020 average for April — NASA POWER, grid elevation 1168 m. Not a forecast.

terrain This is a mountain course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
gear With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.
nutrition For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.

Chosen for 100 km of mountain with 4,000 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 40 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
Race Nutrition Past 100 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 4,000 m of ascent to walk up.
Headlamps 100 km almost certainly means running into the night.