World Trail Majors calendar 2024
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18 – 21 January, Hong
Kong 100 (HK)
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10 – 11 February, Black
Canyon Ultra (US°
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21 – 25 February, Ultra
Gran Canaria (Spain)
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26 – 27 April, Mont Fuji
100 (Japan)
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27 – 28 April, Madeira
Island Ultra Trail (Portugal)
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7 – 9 June, Swiss Canyon
Ultra Trail ( Switzerland)
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8 – 9 June, South Downs Ultra
Ttrail ( UK)
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4 – 7 July, Quebec Mega
Trail ( Canada)
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21 – 25 August, Ultra
Raid des Pyrénées ( France°)
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22 – 24 November, Ultra
Trail Cape Town (South Africa)
Interview Alex Schubach – TrailRunAdvisor
Trail running in Japan and Asia is gaining increasing attention among runners looking for new challenges, unique landscapes, and different race experiences. From technical mountain trails to humid coastal races, the region offers a wide variety of events that stand out from traditional European races. But how do you choose the right race? What makes trail races in Japan so unique? And what should you expect when racing in Asia? To help answer these questions, we spoke with Alex Schubach, an endurance athlete and trail runner based in Tokyo, who competes across a wide range of races in Japan and Asia. Through his experience on events such as Hiroshima Trail, Mt Fuji Climb Run, Nikko Mountain Race and races beyond Japan, he has developed a
Trail Running Poles: From Doubt to Performance Tool
For years, trail running poles were seen as something reserved for ultra distances or the steepest mountain races. Today, that perception is changing. More and more runners are integrating poles into their training, not just race day — and discovering a clear performance advantage. But like any tool, their impact depends entirely on how you use them. With insights from Marie Nivet, French National Trail Running Team athlete, and Gareth Jones, ultra runner – both using Zenone poles – here’s why poles are gaining ground, and how to use them effectively. “I didn’t believe in poles… until I tried them” That shift in mindset is one many runners recognize. As Marie Nivet explains: “I didn’t believe in poles… until I tried them. Now I use
Top 5 new trail running destinations in Asia
Asia is evolving fast as a global trail running hotspot. Beyond the well-known races, a new wave of events is emerging across the continent, offering fresh terrain, unique cultural contexts, and less crowded experiences. Many of these races are part of the Asia Trail Master (ATM) circuit, ensuring a high standard of organization while preserving local identity. If you are looking to explore new destinations and move away from the more saturated race calendars, these events deserve your attention. Below are five new and exciting trail running destinations in Asia that are gaining momentum. 1. Lantau 70 – Hong Kong Location: Lantau Island, Hong KongWhy it stands out: Coastal mountains and technical ridgelines Lantau 70 is quickly establishing itself as a key race in Hong
Interview – Grand Trail des Cadourques
The Grand Trail des Cadourques has quickly established itself as a standout event in the French trail running calendar from its very first edition. With an outstanding rating of 4.7/5 based on runner reviews, the race has already earned the Top Rated Race badge on TrailRunAdvisor. Praised organisation, outstanding volunteers, exceptional aid stations, and a spectacular course through the Lot Valley: the feedback has been unanimous. Behind this success is a team driven by passion. We spoke with Gilles Cluzet, President of the Extrapedestre 46 association and the driving force behind this remarkable first edition, to understand the keys to its success and the ambitions for the future. Q1. In an already crowded trail running calendar, what made you want to create this new race?