Ultra Running Hub Mindo, Ecuador · Saturday, August 1, 2026
Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB - 80K Oso
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (77km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, August
Regional 2001-2020 average for August — NASA POWER, grid elevation 1863 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 77km | 144 | Joaquin Andres Lopez Iturralde · 08:12:38 | Maria Mercedes Pila Viracocha · 10:36:05 |
| 2025 | 77km | 141 | Joaquin Andres Lopez Iturralde · 08:07:34 | Hilda Rebeca Pusay Chiriboga · 11:39:16 |
| 2024 | 82km | 268 | Tyler Andrews · 08:32:45 | Fernanda Maciel · 11:13:26 |
The field has held steady: 141 in 2025, 144 in 2026. 18% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (77km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Course notes
- terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 77 km of trail with 4,400 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 57 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 77 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 4,400 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 20 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Quito Trail Ecuador by UTMB - 80K Oso, a 77-kilometer trail race, was held in Mindo, Ecuador in August. With 4400 meters of elevation gain, the course required 57 meters of climb per kilometer.
The race offered a generous 20-hour time limit, making its cut-off more generous than 90% of 50-mile races. This allowed for a pace of 15.6 minutes per kilometer, offering ample time for runners to complete the course.
The 2026 edition saw 144 finishers. This field size was bigger than 82% of 50-mile fields, and smaller than 18%.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.