The Ultra Easy

Trail Running covering 42.4 km to 102.9 km with up to 4,320 m D+ in Albert Town (Otago, New Zealand)

LocationAlbert Town, Otago Region, New ZealandShow on map(44.6919° S, 169.1754° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,320 m

The Ultra Easy is an endurance sporting event in Albert Town, Otago Region, NZ focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Point-to-Point.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 100K (102.9 km, +4,320 m D+), and The Big Easy Marathon (42.4 km, +1,040 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 (theultraeasy100.nz).

The Ultra Easy in Albert Town (Work: "Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
100KTrail Running102.9 km+4,320 m1,150 m - 3,958 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The Big Easy MarathonTrail Running42.4 km+1,040 m1,156 m - 1,832 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
102.9 km
Elevation gain
+4,320 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,672 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,958 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.8 % / 17.1 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
102.9 km+4,320 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS44.6919° S, 169.1754° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,958 m above sea level (+4,320 m D+, -3,672 m D-)

Peak: 3,958 m·at 30 km·Ø 7.8 %
1,150 m2,086 m3,022 m3,958 m0 km20.6 km41.2 km61.7 km82.3 km102.9 km3,958 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Ultra Easy take place?

The Ultra Easy takes place in Albert Town, Otago Region, NZ (start area at coordinates 44.6919° S, 169.1754° 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 Ultra Easy?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 100K (102.9 km, +4,320 m D+), and The Big Easy Marathon (42.4 km, +1,040 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (100K over 102.9 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +4,320 m of elevation gain and -3,672 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,958 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 Ultra Easy?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (theultraeasy100.nz).