Wasatch Front 100

161 km Distance

7,315 m Climbing

10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme

41.0602° N, 111.9711° W © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 45 m / km Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.

Time limit 36 hours 13:25 min/km average. Comfortable. Room to walk the climbs and stop at aid. More forgiving than 63% of 100 mi races. Measured against 41 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

Course notes

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.

Gear for this race

Chosen for 161 km of mountain with 7,315 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 45 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
Race Nutrition Past 161 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 7,315 m of ascent to walk up.
Headlamps A 36 h limit puts you out there after dark.