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SUMMARY:The Malnad Ultra 2026
DESCRIPTION:10th Tekion Edition\nThe Malnad Ultra is India’s largest trail ultra — a legendary running event set deep in the coffee-growing heartland of the Malnad region in South India. Now in its 10th edition\, the Tekion Malnad Ultra 2026 takes place on Saturday\, 28 November 2026 at GPL Ground\, Mallanduru\, Karnataka\, offering trail runners four distinct categories — from 30 KM to 100 KM — across some of the most rugged\, scenic\, and challenging terrain in the Western Ghats. \nThis is not a city road race. The Malnad Ultra is a true wilderness trail experience — remote\, demanding\, and deeply rewarding for those who earn their finish. \n\nEvent Overview\nEvent: 10th Tekion Malnad Ultra \nDate: Saturday\, 28 November 2026 \nVenue: GPL Ground\, Mallanduru\, Karnataka \nOrganised by: GIREM \nRegistrations Open: 1 August 2026 \nRegistrations Close: 1 November 2026 (or when category caps are reached) \nQualification Deadline: 7 November 2026 \nEmail: run@malnadultra.com \n\nAbout the Course\nThe Malnad Ultra course is laid out in the heartland of Indian coffee country — the Malnad region of South India. Expect dense forest trails\, significant elevation gain and loss\, remote terrain\, and the kind of natural beauty that only a trail runner gets to experience up close. \nAll categories start and finish at GPL Ground\, Mallanduru. The 100 KM is two loops of the 50 KM course\, and the 50 KM Day and Night editions share the same course — only start times and cut-offs differ. \n\nRace Categories\n30 KM Trail Run\nStart: 7:30 AM | Cut-off: 6.0 hours (End: 1:30 PM) Elevation: +/- 951 metres ITRA Points: 1 | Cap: 400 entries \nDesigned for first-time trail runners and regular hikers. Runners who have completed a few half marathons on road are well-suited for this category. The 6-hour cut-off may appear comfortable\, but the rugged terrain will test many participants. \nQualification — meet any one: \n\nPrevious Malnad Ultra participant (any edition\, any distance\, started the race)\nSub 2:30 half marathon (21 km) at an officially timed event in 2026\nNon-zero ITRA Performance Index (provide your ITRA ID)\n\n\n50 KM Trail Run — Day Edition\nStart: 7:00 AM | Cut-off: 10 hours (End: 5:00 PM) Intermediate Cut-off: 38 km checkpoint by 3:00 PM Elevation: +/- 1\,705 metres | (USD 44) ITRA Points: 2 | Cap: 400 entries \nDesigned for regular marathoners and experienced hikers. No special equipment required as the course is mostly non-technical. \nQualification — meet any one: \n\nPrevious Malnad Ultra finisher (any edition\, any distance)\nSub 5:30 full marathon (42 km) at an officially timed event in 2026\nITRA Performance Index > 275 (provide your ITRA ID)\nFinished a trail run of 30 km or more within cut-off in 2026\nCompleted a 50 km stadium run within 7 hours in 2026\n\n\n50 KM Trail Run — Night Edition\nStart: 4:30 PM | Cut-off: 11 hours (End: 3:30 AM\, 29 Nov) Intermediate Cut-off: 38 km checkpoint by 1:30 AM Elevation: +/- 1\,705 metres |ITRA Points: 2 | Cap: 100 entries \nFor experienced runners who want the thrill of night trail running or prefer cooler temperatures. Also ideal for runners who want to pace a 100 KM participant through their second loop. Headlights or hand-held flashlights are mandatory. \nQualification: Same as 50 KM Day edition. \n\n100 KM Ultra\nStart: 6:30 AM | Cut-off: 21 hours (End: 3:30 AM\, 29 Nov) Intermediate Cut-offs: 50 km loop must start by 4:30 PM | 88 km checkpoint by 1:30 AM Elevation: +/- 3\,410 metres | ITRA Points: 4 | No entry cap \nThe ultimate endurance challenge at Malnad. Two full loops of the 50 KM course through the night. Headlights or hand-held flashlights are mandatory. Finishers in this category are eligible to apply for the Western States 100 (WSER) 2028 lottery. \nQualification — meet any one: \n\nPrevious Malnad Ultra finisher in 50 KM or higher category\nCompleted two sub-5:30 full marathons (42 km) at officially timed events in 2026\nITRA Performance Index > 375 (provide your ITRA ID)\nFinished a trail run of 50 km or more within cut-off in 2026\nCompleted a 75 km stadium run within 11 hours in 2026\n\n\nRegistration Caps — Secure Your Spot Early\n\n\n\n\nCategory\nEntry Cap\n\n\n\n\n30 KM\n400 entries\n\n\n50 KM Day\n400 entries\n\n\n50 KM Night\n100 entries\n\n\n100 KM\nNo cap\n\n\n\n\nRegistrations open at midnight on 1 August 2026 and close on 1 November 2026 or when caps are reached — whichever comes first. \n\nKey Dates\n\n\n\n\nMilestone\nDate\n\n\n\n\nRegistrations Open\n1 August 2026\n\n\nRegistrations Close\n1 November 2026\n\n\nOnline Race Briefing\n17 October 2026\n\n\nQualification Proof Deadline\n7 November 2026\n\n\nBib Pickup\n27 November 2026\, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Estate Cafe\n\n\nRace Day\n28 November 2026\n\n\n\n\nBib pickup also available on race morning at the start area. Arrive at least 90 minutes before your start time. Bibs will only be handed to the registered participant. \n\nOn Race Day\n\nHot breakfast or lunch provided to all participants at the start area\nAid stations and water points positioned across the course\nBaggage facility available at the start/50 km mark for 100 KM runners\nPhysical course markers take precedence over GPX files\n\n\nQualifications — Important Rules\n\nQualification proof must be submitted as an online link to official event results only\nPDFs\, screenshots\, and self-supported run records are not accepted\nDeadline for submission: 7 November 2026 via email to run@malnadultra.com\nEntries without qualification proof by the deadline will be cancelled with no refund\nNot sure if you qualify? Email the team before registering for confirmation\n\n\nAffiliations & Recognition\nThe Malnad Ultra is a proud member of the South India Trail Grail — a six-event trail series across the Western and Eastern Ghats. Complete four 50 KM+ distances across these events between 2025–2027 to earn a special badge of recognition. \nThe event is also listed on the ITRA Race Calendar and UTMB Index\, and the 100 KM category qualifies runners for the Western States Endurance Run (WSER) 2028 lottery. \n\nRegister for The Malnad Ultra 2026\nRegistrations open 1 August 2026. The 30 KM and 50 KM categories have entry caps and will fill up — register early. \nrun@malnadultra.com \nOrganised by GIREM | Title Sponsor: Tekion\n\n \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/the-malnad-ultra-2026/
LOCATION:Chikkamagaluru
CATEGORIES:Competition,Endurance,Running,Trail Running
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SUMMARY:Summit Run - Lurntsu Circuit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summit Run – Lurntsu Circuit (SRLC) is the third race in the Summit Run Series\, following Indrahar and Sethan–Hamta. Set deep in the forested trails of the Tehri–Garhwal Himalayas\, the race offers runners a raw\, immersive mountain running experience across ridgelines\, meadows\, and remote high-altitude terrain. \nWhat makes SRLC truly unique is that it is the only trail race that includes an overnight camping experience. Participants arrive a day early and stay at a forest campsite near Deolsari\, creating a rare blend of trail running and mountain camping. The race is not just about race day performance\, but about slowing down\, acclimatising\, connecting with the mountains\, and sharing the trail-running spirit around a campfire before the start. \nDesigned for both seasoned trail runners and those stepping up to longer mountain distances\, SRLC offers multiple race categories while staying rooted in the ethos of mountain endurance\, community\, and responsible trail running. \nEvent date & Location\nDate: 5 December 2026 (Saturday)\n Start & Finish: Deolsari Forest Rest House\, Uttarakhand\, India\n Race Start: Early morning (typically around 4:00 AM – 5:00 AM local)\n Organiser: Boots & Crampons Pvt. Ltd: Adventure and outdoor sports event company \nRace Categories & Distances\n16 Km Trail \n\n Starts from Deolsari Forest Rest House\nMoves toward and around the Lurntsu Peak ridgeline before returning to Deolsari\nGreat entry-level trail for mountain runners with moderate distance and elevation gain\n\n30 Km Trail \n\n Designed as an intermediate distance between the 16 km and marathon\nIncludes sections toward Nag Tibba Top via scenic ridgelines\nApproximate elevation gain 2000 M\n\n42 Km Trail Marathon \n\n Classic full-mountain marathon on rugged trail terrain\nRoute heads toward Nag Tibba Top via Ontor Village\, then to Ghodiappa Meadows and on to Lurntsu Peak before descending back to Deolsari\nOffers the longest distance and technical challenge in the event\n\n \nTime Limits & Cut-offs\n\n\n\nCategory\nTime Limit\n\n\n16 Km Trail\n5 hours\n\n\n30 Km Trail\n11 hours\n\n\n42 Km Marathon\n14 hours\n\n\n\nTerrain & Experience\n\n The course traverses mountain forest trails\, ridgelines\, and open terrain near Nag Tibba and Lurntsu.\nCompared with Indrahar and Sethan races\, this route has more forest trail and less scree but remains technically demanding.\n\nParticipation Details & Features\nInclusions (Registration): \n\nHydration support along the course\nMedical first-aid and rescue teams on standby\nProfessional safety marshals\nOfficial race BIB and finishers medal\nEnergy food items at selected aid stations\nDigital finisher/participant e-certificate\nAdventure sports insurance (for Indian nationals only)\n\nExclusions: \n\nTravel to/from the start point\nAccommodation before/after the race\nPersonal trail gear such as hydration bottles and packs\n\nRunners must sign a waiver acknowledging fitness\, trail risks\, terrain dangers and race terms before final entry acceptance. \nSummit Slam 2026\nThree Races. One Challenge. One Crown. \nThe Summit Slam brings together three major races of the Summit Run Series: \n\nSethan\nIndrahar\nLurntsu Circuit\n\nParticipants who complete all three events within 2026 earn special recognition. \nSummit Slam Finisher \nComplete all three races across any distance or category and secure your place on the Summit Slam Finishers Board\, celebrating commitment over competition. \nThe Vertical Crown \nAwarded to the top 3 men and women based on: \n\nHighest cumulative elevation gain\nFastest combined race time\n\nReady to Run to the Summit? \nJoin the Lurntsu Circuit 2026 and experience one of India’s most demanding and rewarding mountain races. \nRegister now and become part of Himalayan trail running history. \nTerms Of The Waiver To Be Signed During Registration  \nI declare\, confirm and agree as follows: \n(I) The information given by me in this entry form is true and I am solely responsible for the accuracy of this information; \n(ii) Have fully understood the risk and responsibility of participating in the event and will be participating entirely at my own risk and responsibility; \n(iii) Understand the risk of participating on a course with vehicular traffic\, even if the course may be Regulated / policed; \n(iv) Understand that l must be of\, and must train to\, an appropriate level of fitness to participate in such a physically demanding event and l have obtained a medical clearance from a registered medical practitioner\, allowing me to participate in the event/s; \n(v) For myself/ourselves and our legal representatives\, waive all claims of whatsoever nature against any and all Sponsors of the event\, Dharamshala government\, all political entities\, authorities and officials\, all contractors and construction firms working on or near the course\, all Summit Run Indrahar officials and volunteers\, Boots and Crampons Pvt. Limited and all other persons and entities associated with the event and the directors\, employees\, agents and representatives of all or any of the aforementioned including\, but not limited to\, any claims that might result from me participating in the event and whether on account of illness\, injury\, death or otherwise; \n(vi) Agree that if I am injured or taken ill or otherwise suffer any detriment whatsoever\, I hereby Irrevocably authorize the event officials and organizers to\, at my own risk and cost\, transport me to a medical facility and/or to administer emergency medical treatment and l waive all claims that might result from such transport and/or treatment or delay or deficiency therein. I shall pay or reimburse to you my medical and emergency expenses not covered by the insurance cover and l hereby authorize/s you to incur the same; \n(vii) Shall provide to race officials such medical data relating to me as they may request. I agree that nothing herein shall oblige the event officials or organizers or any other person to incur any expense or to provide any transport or treatment; \n(viii) In case of any illness or injury caused to me or death suffered by me or my due to any force majeure event including but not limited to fire\, riots or other civil disturbances\, earthquakes\, storms\, typhoons or any terrorist act\, none of the sponsors of the event or any political entity or authorities and officials or any contractor or construction firms working on or near the course\, or any of the Summit Run Indrahar officials or volunteers of Boots and Crampons Pvt. Limited or any persons or entities associated with the event or the directors\, employees\, agents or representatives of all or any of the aforementioned shall be held liable by me or my representatives; \n(ix) Understand\, agree and irrevocably permit Boots and Crampons Pvt. Ltd. to share the information given by me in this application\, with all/any entities associated with this event\, at its own discretion; \n(x) Understand\, agree and irrevocably permit Boots and Crampons Pvt. Ltd. to my photograph and record (on film\, tape\, hard drive\, or any other method) my performance\, appearance\, name and/or voice and the results in perpetuity for the purpose of promoting the Event\, at its own discretion. I further authorise Boots and Crampons Pvt. Ltd. to edit the same at discretion and to include it with performance of other and with sound effects\, special effects\, music etc. in any manner or media whatsoever\, including without limitation\, unrestricted use for purpose of publicity\, advertising and sales promotion; and to use my name. Boots and Crampons Pvt. Ltd. owns all rights to the results and proceeds of my services in connection herewith; \n(xii) I agree to the entry terms and guidelines.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/summit-run-lurntsu-circuit-2026/
LOCATION:Uttarakhand\, Kumaon\, Uttarakhand\, India
CATEGORIES:Endurance,Race,Running,Trail Running
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