Ultra Running Hub Moyogalpa, Isla de Ometepe, NCA · Friday, February 26, 2027
Ultramaraton Fuego Y Agua 100 km
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (100km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 100km | 9 | Romualdo Aldo Vanegas · 18:51:59 | Sandra Mejia Cespedes · 25:44:14 |
| 2025 | 100km | 5 | Romualdo Aldo Vanegas · 19:50:15 | Sandra Mejia Cespedes · 23:58:40 |
| 2024 | 100km | 13 | Cornelio Cipriain · 20:05:19 | Kim Escalante · 28:21:05 |
| 2020 | 100km | 17 | Michael Versteeg · 18:07:03 | Sandra Mejia Cespedes · 22:58:34 |
| 2018 | 100km | 9 | Freddy Rojas Rodriguez · 23:33:19 | Kathleen Gafney · 23:46:18 |
| 2017 | 100km | 8 | Johnson Cruz Barrios · 19:20:39 | Sandra Mejia Cespedes · 23:26:50 |
| 2016 | 100km | 17 | Javier Montero Barrantes · 18:07:04 | Meredith Marx · 25:19:15 |
| 2015 | 100km | 21 | Mainor Ramirez Vindas · 17:05:00 | Cinthia Espinosa Valdez · 23:41:23 |
| 2014 | 100km | 14 | Nickademus Hollon · 13:25:00 | — |
| 2013 | 100km | 21 | Nicholas Clark · 10:34:59 | Siebrig Scheeres · 18:14:00 |
The field grew 80% between 2025 (5) and 2026 (9). 11% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (100km) — 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.
- nutrition For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 100 km of trail with 4,860 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 49 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 4,860 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 24 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Ultramaraton Fuego Y Agua 100 km, organised by Fuego y Agua LLC, is a fixed-distance trail race held in Moyogalpa, Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. This February 26, 2027 edition marks the 10th running of the race, which has been held since 2013.
With 4860 meters of elevation gain over 100 kilometers, this course averages 48.6 meters of climb per kilometer, making it a demanding test on Isla Ometepe. The 24-hour time limit means a cutoff pace of 14.4 minutes per kilometer, tighter than 9% of 100k races. This leaves little margin for error on a course described as a single loop around the island, ascending and descending 2 volcanoes.
Despite its long history, the Ultramaraton Fuego Y Agua 100 km typically sees a smaller field, with its 9 finishers in the most recent 2026 edition placing it among the smallest 15% of 100k races.
Similar races
Other 100K trail ultras, closest in distance first.