Ultra Running Hub Hengchun, Taiwan · Saturday, March 6, 2027
Xtrail Kenting by UTMB - Xtrail 50K
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (52km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, March
Regional 2001-2020 average for March — NASA POWER, grid elevation 24 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 52km | 712 | Rui Ueda · 04:06:55 | Kanako Edamoto · 05:19:33 |
29% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (52km) — 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 rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 52 km of trail with 1,600 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 31 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 52 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 1,600 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 13 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Xtrail Kenting by UTMB - Xtrail 50K in Hengchun, Taiwan, offers a course with 1600 meters of elevation gain over 52 kilometers, averaging 30.8 meters of climb per kilometer. This 50k trail race, scheduled for March 6, 2027, has an entry fee of US$155.
With a 13-hour time limit, the cut-off is more generous than 78% of 50k races, allowing a pace of 15 minutes per kilometer. The field of 712 finishers in 2026 was bigger than 99% of 50k fields.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.