Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Saturday, November 21, 2026

Ultra-Trail Cape Town

50 days away

100 km Distance

4,300 m Climbing

10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme

33.9249° S, 18.4241° E © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 43 m / km Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.

Daytime high 19°C

Night low 16°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Daylight 14 h 01 m of light

Regional 2001-2020 average for November — NASA POWER, grid elevation 19 m. Not a forecast.

terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
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 4,300 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 43 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 4,300 m of ascent to walk up.
Headlamps 100 km almost certainly means running into the night.