Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

The Guzzler Ultra

Trail Running covering 10 km to 104.2 km with up to 4,618 m D+ in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia)

LocationBrisbane, Queensland, AustraliaShow on map(27.4705° S, 153.0260° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2019
Elevation gainUp to +4,618 m

The Guzzler Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Brisbane, Queensland, AU focused on Trail Running. First held in 2019, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The Guzzler Ultra (104.2 km, +4,618 m D+), The Glass Half Full (51.5 km, +2,102 m D+), The Big Sipper (21.4 km, +740 m D+), and The Dry Run (10 km, +399 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 (theguzzlerultra.com.au).

Official website
The Guzzler Ultra in Brisbane (Work: "Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: Alpsdake · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Lakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
The Guzzler UltraTrail Running104.2 km+4,618 m1,150 m - 3,090 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Glass Half FullTrail Running51.5 km+2,102 m1,153 m - 2,036 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Big SipperTrail Running21.4 km+740 m1,156 m - 1,467 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Dry RunTrail Running10 km+399 m1,159 m - 1,327 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
104.2 km
Elevation gain
+4,618 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,618 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,090 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.9 % / 16 %
Course format
Loop course
104.2 km+4,618 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS27.4705° S, 153.0260° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,090 m above sea level (+4,618 m D+, -4,618 m D-)

Peak: 3,090 m·at 52.3 km·Ø 8.9 %
1,150 m1,797 m2,443 m3,090 m0 km20.8 km41.7 km62.5 km83.4 km104.2 km3,090 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Guzzler Ultra take place?

The Guzzler Ultra takes place in Brisbane, Queensland, AU (start area at coordinates 27.4705° S, 153.026° 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 The Guzzler Ultra?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The Guzzler Ultra (104.2 km, +4,618 m D+), The Glass Half Full (51.5 km, +2,102 m D+), The Big Sipper (21.4 km, +740 m D+), and The Dry Run (10 km, +399 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Guzzler Ultra?

The main competition (The Guzzler Ultra over 104.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,618 m of elevation gain and -4,618 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,090 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 The Guzzler Ultra?

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