Ultra Running Hub Abergavenny, United Kingdom · Saturday, July 25, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Ultra X Wales - 60km
Race completed
62 km Distance
2,650 m Climbing
7.1 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 43 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Typical conditions, July
Daytime high 19°C
Night low 11°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 15 h 51 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for July — NASA POWER, grid elevation 256 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 62 km of trail with 2,650 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 43 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 62 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,650 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 62 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
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