Ultra Running Hub Wellington, New Zealand · Saturday, July 18, 2026
Wellington Urban Ultra 2K (WUU-2K) 45km
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (45km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, July
Regional 2001-2020 average for July — NASA POWER, grid elevation 71 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 45km | 156 | Joel Carman · 03:41:51 | Issy Coombes · 04:32:00 |
| 2025 | 45km | 190 | Ryan Woolley · 03:43:28 | Frances Redmond · 04:20:11 |
| 2024 | 45km | 165 | David Haunschmidt · 03:41:01 | Thea Taylor · 04:42:11 |
The field shrank 18% between 2025 (190) and 2026 (156). 37% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (45km) — 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 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 45 km of trail with 1,900 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 42 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 45 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 1,900 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 45 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other Marathon trail ultras, closest in distance first.