Big Bear’s Ultra

Trail Running covering 40 km to 118 km with up to 6,300 m D+ in Žilina, Slovakia

Location

Žilina, Žilina Region, SlovakiaShow on map(49.2231° N, 18.7394° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +6,300 m

Big Bear’s Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Žilina, Žilina Region, SK focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Relay, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including BBU 100+ (118 km, +6,300 m D+), BBU RELAY (118 km, +6,300 m D+), BBU 60+ (62 km, +3,500 m D+), and BBU 40 (40 km, +2,000 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bigbearsultra.sk).

Official website

Big Bear’s Ultra in Žilina (Work: "View towards Kasprowy Peak", Photo: Kris Sliver, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "View towards Kasprowy Peak" · Photo: **Kris Sliver** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Relay High Altitude Multi-Day

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
BBU 100+	Trail Running	118 km	+6,300 m	1,150 m - 3,796 m	Loop course	Route & profile
BBU RELAY	Trail Running	118 km	+6,300 m	1,153 m - 3,799 m	Loop course	Route & profile
BBU 60+	Trail Running	62 km	+3,500 m	1,156 m - 2,626 m	Loop course	Route & profile
BBU 40	Trail Running	40 km	+2,000 m	1,159 m - 1,999 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

118 km

Elevation gain

+6,300 m D+

Elevation loss

-6,300 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 3,796 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

10.7 % / 19.3 %

Course format

Loop course

118 km+6,300 m D+Peak 3,796 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,796 m above sea level (+6,300 m D+, -6,300 m D-)

Peak: 3,796 m·at 60.3 km·Ø 10.7 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Big Bear’s Ultra take place?

Big Bear’s Ultra takes place in Žilina, Žilina Region, SK (start area at coordinates 49.2231° N, 18.7394° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Big Bear’s Ultra?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including BBU 100+ (118 km, +6,300 m D+), BBU RELAY (118 km, +6,300 m D+), BBU 60+ (62 km, +3,500 m D+), and BBU 40 (40 km, +2,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Big Bear’s Ultra?

The main competition (BBU 100+ over 118 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,300 m of elevation gain and -6,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,796 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Big Bear’s Ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bigbearsultra.sk).