Eastham, United Kingdom · Saturday, November 14, 2026

Fixed Distance 50K

Winter Wirral Ultra

44 days away

58 km Distance

820 m Climbing

4.1 Grit · Challenging

What the course asks

Climbing rate 14 m / km Fast & Flat. This course is relatively flat and fast. Ideal for PB attempts.

Time limit 12 hours 12:25 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50K. Measured against 1035 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

⛰️ terrain

This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.

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👟 gear

With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

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Gear for this race

Chosen for 58 km of trail with 820 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 58 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
Race Nutrition 58 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 58 km, without the bounce.
Headlamps A 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
GPS Watches Battery life first — a 58 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.

Brooks

Catamount 3

RunRepeat found the Brooks Catamount 3 to have a cozier upper that enhances the overall fit, though breathability and durability could be better. iRunFar noted…

★★★★★ 4.5

Adidas

Terrex Speed Ultra

RunRepeat found the Adidas Terrex Speed Ultra to have a grippy outsole and great lockdown, while iRunFar noted that the shoe works on a variety of trail conditi…

★★★★★ 4.5

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