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)
Honey for Trail Running: 7 Expert Tips to Boost Energy, Endurance, and Recovery Naturally
When it comes to trail running nutrition, most athletes rely on industrial energy gels. But more and more runners are turning to a powerful natural alternative: honey. Rich in fast-acting carbohydrates, easy to digest, and packed with antioxidants, honey is becoming a go-to fuel for endurance athletes and ultrarunners. In this guide, discover 7 expert tips on how to use honey for trail running performance, before, during, and after your races. 1. Use Honey for Fast and Sustained Energy One of the main benefits of honey for runners is its dual sugar composition. Glucose fuels your muscles quickly, while fructose extends energy availability over time. This helps: Maintain endurance Avoid energy crashes Stabilize performance during long efforts This makes honey comparable to many commercial sports
Beyond the skyline: a runner’s guide to the Hong Kong 100 ultra
When people think of Hong Kong, they picture skyscrapers, neon lights, and dense urban life. However, the Hong Kong 100 Ultra (HK100) reveals a completely different side of the city. This race takes you deep into country parks, along ancient trails, over rugged ridgelines, and through humid jungle terrain that feels far removed from the financial capital below. This Hong Kong 100 ultramarathon guide is written for runners who want to understand the real demands of the race. HK100 is not just about distance. It is about managing heat, constant elevation change, technical terrain, and long hours of exposure. Finishers respect it. Veterans never underestimate it. What makes the Hong Kong 100 unique HK100 is part of the UTMB World Series and has become one
Trailblazing Gran Canaria: Transgrancanaria 2026
I’ve run races with more elevation. I’ve run races at higher altitude. I’ve run races that were colder, steeper, or more technical. But Transgrancanaria 2026 is different. It doesn’t overwhelm you with one brutal feature. Instead, it wears you down gradually. The island keeps changing. The terrain keeps shifting. The temperature never quite settles. And by the time you reach Las Palmas, you realize the race wasn’t about one decisive climb — it was about managing constant variation. That’s what makes Transgrancanaria 2026 special. The essence of Transgrancanaria 2026 The flagship Classic distance traditionally crosses the island from south to north — roughly 126 km with around 6,000–7,000 meters of vertical gain. You start near sea level. You finish by the ocean. In between, you
Running in the Picos de Europa – technical routes for dry winter conditions
Running in the Picos de Europa during winter is not for everyone. While much of Europe shifts to treadmill miles or lowland paths, experienced trail runners know that a dry winter window in Picos can offer some of the most technical, rewarding, and character-building training of the year. Steep limestone terrain, sharp ridgelines, and exposed paths demand focus, strength, and respect—but when conditions are stable, they provide ideal terrain to sharpen mountain skills. This guide focuses on technical but relatively safe winter routes, how to approach them responsibly, and why dry winter running in Picos de Europa can elevate your mountain fitness far beyond what generic base training can deliver. Why train in Picos de Europa during winter The Picos de Europa are defined by:
