According to ITRA (International Trail Running Association), <\/span>trail running <\/b>is a pedestrian race, open to all, in a natural environment (mountain, forest, plains, etc.), with minimal possible paved or asphalt roads. The terrain may vary and the course must be properly marked. An endurance<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0trail<\/b>, in particular, is a trail race that includes more than 70km.<\/span><\/p>\n Today, <\/span>more than 25 million runners participate in 20.000 trail running events around the world<\/b>. A great community held in the respect for sporting ethics, loyalty, solidarity and the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n The most important trail running event in the world is called UTMB\u00ae<\/b> (Ultra Trail of Mont Blanc) and it is organized since 2003 in Chamonix, France. During a week, competitors take part in different courses, running across the Mont Blanc mountain chain and, as doing so, passing through various towns and countries (France, Switzerland and Italy). <\/span><\/p>\n UTMB\u00ae is considered the world summit of trail running<\/b>, since the event involves more than 10,000 runners of 100 different nationalities, accompanied by 30,000 family members. In total, there are around 100,000 applications to participate, of which only 10% qualify (after a selection process based on ITRA Points \u2013 points awarded by the International Trail Running Association).<\/span><\/p>\n By April 2019, <\/span>South American Sport Company has the honour of organizing in Ushuaia the first trail running event in South America under the UTMB\u00ae franchise<\/b>. Hence, the competition is called Ushuaia by UTMB\u00ae.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Where and when will the race take place?<\/strong><\/p>\n The event will take place on Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 April 2019 in Ushuaia, capital of the Province of Tierra del Fuego, in the Patagonian region of the Argentine Republic.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What is the format of the race? <\/b><\/p>\n Ushuaia by UTMB\u00ae is a technical race that is run under the principal of semi-autonomy. That is, each runner must be independent between the assistance stations. Thus, to be able to face any climate or physical condition, we ask you to carry the obligatory equipment at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What are the requirements to be able to participate?<\/b><\/p>\n There are no requirements: anyone aged 18 or more on April 5 2019 will be able participate in any distance. However, the organisation reserves the right of admission. <\/b><\/p>\n We recommend runners to be prepared both physically and mentally to face the distance they choose to run, taking into account the characteristics of this type of event. In addition, participants must have personal autonomy in the mountains to be able to face any problems that may arise during the course, between assistance stations.<\/span><\/p>\n The organisation will place special emphasis on the capacity of runners who register for more than 70km. The organisation reserves the right to refuse any registration for these courses if, upon requesting experience, it turns out that the person does not have sufficient training (or cannot certify his\/her background).<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What is the obligatory and recommended equipment?<\/b><\/p>\n The equipment required to participate in Ushuaia by UTMB\u00ae seeks to improve your experience in the race, as well as being an important part of your safety and comfort. Therefore, it is essential that you carefully select and evaluate the quality and characteristics of each material that you will use during the competition. You can check the equipment (both mandatory and recommended) for the FMU and for the rest of the courses <\/span>in the Event Rules<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>and in the section of our website regarding The Race.<\/span><\/p>\n During the race, you must always carry the obligatory equipment with you. At any time of the course, the staff may require you to see the contents of the bag where you keep your equipment. If you don\u00b4t have the required material (or don\u00b4t allow the staff to verify it), you will be disqualified.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What kind of landscape will I find?<\/b><\/p>\n Very close to Antarctica, Tierra del Fuego is one of the last wild places on earth. Regardless of which course<\/span> you choose, you will come across with very different geographies and scenarios: paths that border the coast of the sea, valleys, mountains with different altitudes, rocky trails, wetlands, glaciers, subantarctic forests, lagoons, lakes and rivers.<\/span><\/p>\n In other words, you will run on animal tracks, remote trails of difficult access, and areas of rock, earth, mud and grasslands, among other terrains. You will also face important slopes and you will be exposed to the surprises that all high mountain trails offer. For these reasons, we ask you to have experience in trail running, be well trained, carry the mandatory equipment and have personal autonomy.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What is the weather like in April?<\/b><\/p>\n Mountains surrounding the city of Ushuaia are between 1,000 and 1,500 meters high, with vegetation up to 600 meters. Here, you can expect the same climate that exists in the Alps at 2,500 or 3,000 meters high.<\/span><\/p>\n In spite of the fact that by April autumn will have arrived at this end of the continent, as you advance in your course you may be able to experience the 4 seasons of the year in a single day.<\/span><\/p>\n In general, by this time of the year the strong winds of spring and summer diminish. The average temperature fluctuates between 6\u00baC and 11\u00ba, although it can descend during nights and, specially, in the mountains. In fact, cold fronts and storms can enter the Andes Range at any time. Therefore, you may encounter that temperatures on the mountain descend below -10\u00b0C (especially at night) and extreme winds reach 80km\/h. Keep in mind, also, that you will have around 11 hours of light to enjoy on your way the beautiful landscapes of the end of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n In short, it is strongly recommended to never underestimate the mountain and its climate and to carefully read the Event Rules to be aware of the mandatory and recommended equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What happens if there are bad weather conditions?<\/b><\/p>\n The race will not be suspended due to bad weather, unless extreme conditions arise. <\/b>In this case, the organization will study the situation and may, exceptionally, suspend it, delay its start, etc. (*) <\/span><\/p>\n It is mandatory to have the security equipment and mountain clothing necessary to cope with any weather condition that may arise.<\/span><\/p>\n In case of bad weather, the organization can change the courses or shorten them (if so, this will be appropriately communicated to runners). <\/span><\/p>\n There is an <\/span>alternative route<\/b> planned in case that, due to climatic and\/or terrain issues, it is not possible to carry out the established route. This route will allow the race to take place in safe conditions with approximately the same distance.<\/span><\/p>\n The start of the race may be delayed if the organisation considers it necessary<\/b> (if so, this will be communicated in advance). <\/span><\/p>\n We recommend that runners anticipate this possible delay when organizing their stay in Ushuaia<\/b>. For FMU participants (130km), we suggest that you stay in the city at least until Monday, April 8 noon, or Tuesday 9 morning. For the rest of the courses, it is recommended that you leave at least after Monday noon.<\/span><\/p>\n (*) We suggest reviewing the Event Rules<\/a> for more information on this matter.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Which are the 4 courses Ushuaia by UTMB<\/b>\u00ae<\/b> 2019 offers and when do they start?<\/b><\/p>\n The event offers <\/span>4 race courses with different distances, for you to choose the one that better suits your profile, experience and physical capacity<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nWhy is the race called Ushuaia by UTMB<\/b>\u00ae<\/b>? <\/b><\/p>\n