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An ultramarathon is any running event longer than the traditional marathon length of 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles, 45,760 yards).
There are generally two types of ultramarathon runs: events that cover a specified distance, and events that take place during a specified time frame (with the winner covering the most distance in that time). The most common distances run are 50 and 100 miles, or 50 and 100 kilometers, though several other distances, e.g., double marathons, 24 hour runs, or multiday races of 1000 miles or even longer are also contested. The format of these events and the courses covered are quite variable, ranging from single or multiple loops (some as short as a 400 meter track), to point-to-point road or trail races. Many ultrarunning events, especially trail challenges, are characterized by severe course obstacles, such as inclement weather, elevation change, or rugged terrain. Many of these races are run on dirt roads or mountain paths, though some are run on paved roads as well. Usually, there are aid stations every five to fifteen km apart, where runners can replenish food and drink supplies or take a short break.
Timed events range from six, twelve or 24 hours, to two, three and six days (known as 'multi-day' events). Timed events are generally run on a track or a short road course, often one mile or less.
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Looking for a quick, inspirational read? Check Dean Karnazes' Ultramarathon Man http://bit.ly/5b4cjK
BrianNorgard (Brian Norgard) Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:15:09 -0000
Looking for a quick, inspirational read? Check Dean Karnazes' Ultramarathon Man http://bit.ly/5b4cjK
Reading ultramarathon man; confessions of an all-night runner so inspired to demolish my body again. Another goal to list 100mile run race
KieranCarrigan (Kieran Carrigan) Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:58:25 -0000
Reading ultramarathon man; confessions of an all-night runner so inspired to demolish my body again. Another goal to list 100mile run race
Please donate RT @mrcrowder (http://bit.ly/5Lzglf) hoping that someone's given $$ Come on peeps, that Ultramarathon isn't gonna run itself!
diarydad (Eric) Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:19:42 -0000
Please donate RT @mrcrowder (http://bit.ly/5Lzglf) hoping that someone's given $$ Come on peeps, that Ultramarathon isn't gonna run itself!
#marathon #running MR25 UltraMarathon Things to do Sports Time Out Singapore http://bit.ly/91a7sv
AZRunningNews (John Doss) Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:22:43 -0000
#marathon #running MR25 UltraMarathon Things to do Sports Time Out Singapore http://bit.ly/91a7sv
Rob James of Manchester United is also a 4 Desert podium finisher, Ultramarathon & #trail #runner! Send me your questions for the interview!
Only_Live_Twice (OLT Endurance) Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:40:39 -0000
Rob James of Manchester United is also a 4 Desert podium finisher, Ultramarathon & #trail #runner! Send me your questions for the interview!
5 x BADWATER Ultramarathon #runner Clive Saffery will be talking to OLT! Send your questions!! #ultramarathon #marathon
Only_Live_Twice (OLT Endurance) Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:37:40 -0000
5 x BADWATER Ultramarathon #runner Clive Saffery will be talking to OLT! Send your questions!! #ultramarathon #marathon
American Ultrarunning Association - Membership details, race listing, USA National Ultra Team, description of the organization and related links.
Australian Ultra Runners' Association - Seeks to promote ultramarathon running in Australia. Provides a race calendar, results, news, and links.
Meta Description: [ Australian Ultra Runners Association - your complete guide to running events in Australia that are longer than a standard marathon (42.2 km) ]
Cascade Running Club - Hosts 100 mile, 50 Mile and 50K minimalist runs in Washington. Includes club information and race details.
Endurance Sport Club - International organization, based in Canada, that sponsors a number of fat-ass style ultra-races. Includes membership information and race calendar.
Extreme Ultrarunning - Resources, links, and general information. Includes runners' profiles, calendar, photographs and race reports.
Meta Description: [ Complete source for ultrarunning information, race results, calendar, links, race applications and more. ]
Hal Higdon: On The Run - Ultramarathon Training - While focusing on the Comrades Marathon, author Higdon provides a training plan useful for a wide range of ultras.
International Association of Ultra Runners - Provides organizational information, newsletters, race listing and coming events, training tips, and links. English and Chinese versions.
Kansas Ultrarunners' Society - Includes event descriptions, member biographies, pictures, newsletters and membership information.
Kevin Sayers UltRunR Site - Resources and opinions on topics ranging from training and racing tips to equipment recommendations.
Meta Description: [ A site dedicated to numerous
informative topics on the subject of Ultra Running also referred to as the Ultra Marathon ]
Marathon and Beyond - Published six times a year - website contains tables of content, sneak previews and ordering information.
Meta Description: [ Whether you're training for your first long-distance race or
seeking new motivation for your running, Marathon & Beyond magazine is your essential training
partner. M&B will make you a more complete long-distance runner. Published six times a year,
M&B motivates, informs, and inspires you ... ]
Marathon of Britain - News, the team, photographs, faq's, and community.
Multidays.com - Resource for multi-day events with calendars, news, results, and training information.
Meta Description: [ Multiday and ultrarunning news from around the world, Multiday and ultrarunning news and events , Multiday and ultrarunning news from around the world ]
New York Ultra Running - Contains details about races in the area, highlights, pictures, directions, and membership details.
Meta Description: [ ultra racing calendar and ultra events in the new york area.Grand Prix Ultra series, Ultra Marathons in New York ]
North Texas Trail Runners - Information on trail running and ultra running in North Texas. Features calendar listings and a news/opinion section.
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Running the Hardrock 100 - First-hand account of running the Hardrock 100 through Colorado's San Juan Mountains by Bob Boeder.
Meta Description: [ Books by Bob Boeder: The Chinese Laundy, Hardrock 100, and Beyond the Marathon ]
Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team International - Sponsor of multi-day races, including the world's longest certified race of 3,100 miles, triathlons, and many ultra events in more than 30 nations. Includes news, photos, race information, library and links.
Meta Description: [ Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team: Race events from Ultra Marathons ]
Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team New York - Multi-day events, including an annual 3,100-mile race. Information on upcoming races and events, articles, and contact information.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to our race calendar. ]
St. Louis Ultrarunners Group - Provides club news and events, including registration materials.
Stan Jensen's Ultramarathon Guide - Provides general information on the sport, especially focusing on northern California. Includes information and statistics for the top races in the USA, as well as personal achievements, and goals.
Meta Description: [ The definitive starting place for ultras (ultramarathons),
with information and statistics for the top races in the USA. ]
Team CRUD (Coloradans Running Ultra Distances) - Ultra trail running information, photographs, news, and links.
Meta Description: [ Home page of Team CRUD. Coloradans Running Ultra Distances. This site describes our team's ultramarathon races and training. ]
The 100km Association - Club serving Britain. Includes news and events, club information, message board, and race results and reports.
Meta Description: [ The 100km Association, Britain's only specialist ultradistance running club ]
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Ultra Adventures - Comprehensive regional ultrarunning resource focusing on North Carolina and the Mid-Atlantic region.
Ultrafit Endurance Sports - Company that specializes in products designed for the endurance athlete.
UltraOz - Includes news, links, and race descriptions.
UltraRunner.net - Resource for clubs and races in North America with upcoming events, pictures, related links, mailing list and course descriptions.
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Ultrarunners Organization - Includes descriptions and links to events, photos and contact information.
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UltraRunning Magazine - Magazine for ultramarathoners, with calendars, race results and reports, techniques and tips.
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