Ultra Running Hub Boalsburg, PA, United States · Saturday, October 24, 2026
Tussey Mountainback 50 km
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, October
Regional 2001-2020 average for October — NASA POWER, grid elevation 400 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 50km | 30 | Richard Koubek · 03:26:26 | Meira Minard · 04:46:25 |
| 2024 | 50km | 30 | Brian Thiede · 04:38:22 | Emily Zebel · 04:50:31 |
| 2023 | 50km | 37 | Sam Lapp · 03:23:21 | Sarah Morrison · 04:02:15 |
| 2022 | 50km | 20 | William Loevner · 03:27:33 | Nora Oconnor · 04:35:17 |
The field has held steady: 30 in 2024, 30 in 2025. 40% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 975 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 20 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 975 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.