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SUMMARY:The Buddha Trails 2026
DESCRIPTION:Share the event with your friendsFirst Trap to Hell Trail Runs\nThe Buddha Trails is a distinctive Himalayan trail running experience presented by The Hell Race — a series of some of India’s toughest endurance events. Set in the dramatic mountain terrain around Rimbick\, Darjeeling (West Bengal)\, this race takes runners through steep ridges\, forests and village trails with breathtaking views of the Himalayan giants including Kanchenjunga\, Everest\, Makalu and Lhotse. \nKnown as the “first trap to Hell”\, The Buddha Trails is designed to test strength\, grit and trail skill – making it a bucket-list challenge for serious trail runners. \n\nEvent Details\n\nEvent: The Buddha Trails 2026\nDate: 4 April 2026\nLocation: Rimbick\, Darjeeling\, West Bengal\, India – at the foothills of the Sleeping Buddha ridge overlooking the Himalayas.\nOrganiser: The Hell Race – a series known for offbeat trail races across India.\n\n\nRace Categories & Format\nThe Buddha Trails offers three distinctly challenging categories: \n12 km Trail\n\nDistance: ~ 12 km\nElevation Gain: ~ 640 m D+\nCut-off: 02 hrs\nTerrain: Roads\, trails\, suspension bridge sections\nDescription: A short but intense mountain loop – perfect as an introduction to Himalayan trail running and steel-testing steep paths.\nAid Stations: Multiple support points including Sepi and Srikhola Bridge.\n\n\n30 km Trail\n\nDistance: ~ 30 km\nElevation Gain: ~ 1780 m D+\nCut-off: 07 hrs\nITRA Points: 2\nTerrain: Mountain and technical forest trails\nDescription: Mid-level trail challenge weaving through forests and ridges with variable terrain – suitable for runners ready for climbs and mixed surfaces.\n\n\n65 km Ultra Trail\n\nDistance: ~ 65 km\nElevation Gain: ~ 3310 m D+\nCut-off: 15 hrs\nITRA Points: 3\nTerrain: High-altitude trails\, dense forests\, long ascents/descents\nDescription: A true Himalayan ultra — taking runners up to scenic high points such as Sandakphu and Phalut — a stern test of endurance and elevation management. Intermediate cut-offs help keep runners on pace throughout the course.\n\n\n️ Course & Terrain Highlights\n\nScenic Himalayan Ridge Running: Runners traverse sections of the Sandakphu–Phalut ridge with panoramic mountain views of multiple eight-thousand metre peaks.\nTough\, Technical Trails: Expect a mix of forest paths\, rocky sections and steep climbs that require both fitness and trail technique.\nCultural & Natural Immersion: Trails meander through rustic villages and forested hamlets\, giving runners a taste of local Himalayan life.\n\n\nRace Weekend Schedule\n\nBib Distribution & Expo: 3 April 2026 – Rimbick Bazaar\nRace Briefing: 3 April 2026 (mandatory for all runners)\nRace Day: 4 April 2026 – start times vary by category (pre-dawn starts for longer distances)\n\nNote: Specific start times for 2026 categories are typically announced closer to race day. \n\nWhy Run The Buddha Trails\n\nITRA certified – earn international trail running points at 30 km & 65 km distances.\nEpic Himalayan setting – one of India’s most breathtaking trail running backdrops.\nProgressive categories – suitable from trail novices (12 km) to serious ultra runners (65 km).\nAid & support stations – hydration\, nutrition and medical assistance are placed strategically along the courses.\nTrail community experience – part of The Hell Race series that celebrates endurance and mental grit.**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.\n\nShare the event with your friends
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/the-buddha-trails-2026/
LOCATION:West Bengal
CATEGORIES:Endurance,Running,Trail Running
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SUMMARY:White Sand Ultra 2026
DESCRIPTION:Share the event with your friendsDesert Trail & Endurance Running Event! \nWhite Sand Ultra 2026 is a challenging desert ultramarathon staged in the Rann of Kutch (Dholavira region)\, Gujarat\, India\, organised by The Hell Race — a respected endurance racing brand known for staging unconventional and extreme distance events across India. The race combines vast salt flats\, intense heat and cold conditions\, and ultra-long distances in one of the most remote and evocative landscapes in the country. \n\nEvent Details\n\nEvent: White Sand Ultra 2026\nDates: 21–22 March 2026\nLocation: Dholavira\, Rann of Kutch\, Gujarat\, India\nOrganiser: The Hell Race — major endurance race organisers in India.\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. \n\nRace Categories & Distances\nThe White Sand Ultra offers multiple ultra distances crossing the stark white salt flats and desert terrain of the Rann: \n50 km Ultra\n\nCut-off time: 8 hours\nIntermediate cut-offs: 28 km in 4 h 30 min\nA powerful long-distance challenge for experienced ultra runners.\n\n100 km Ultra\n\nCut-off time: 16 hours\nIntermediate cut-offs: 28 km in 4 h 30 min\, 50 km in 8 h\nAlternating heat\, night cold and constant horizon make this a severe endurance test.\n\n100 Miles (160 km) Ultra\n\nCut-off time: 28 hours\nIntermediate cut-offs: 28 km\, 50 km\, 100 km checkpoints\nOne of India’s iconic ultra distances\, testing direction\, pacing and grit.\n\n135 Miles (217 km) Ultra\n\nCut-off time: 38 hours\nIntermediate cut-offs: 28 km\, 50 km\, 100 km\, 100 miles checkpoints\nLegendary ultramarathon distance — one of the few 135 mile races in India and a true test of human endurance.\n\n\n Course & Terrain\n\nTerrain: Expansive salt flats and desert floor of the Rann\, with mostly flat running surfaces that are deceptively tough due to surface softness and thermal extremes.\nThe course often includes out-and-back or loop sections over salt plains and flat surfaces\, with consistent exposure and changing temperature from day to night.\nAid Stations: Located approx. every 7 km\, providing water\, electrolytes and quick nutrition support.\nDrop Bag Points: Accessible at major milestones (50 km\, 100 km\, 160 km) to resupply and rotate gear for night segments.\n\n\nRace Support & Logistics\n\nThe race starts from Dholavira’s sunset point — a remote desert town with UNESCO heritage and salt flat landscape.\nAid stations offer hydration\, electrolytes\, quick snacks and shade; runners must carry gear between stations.\nDrop bags at key lead points help athletes manage nutrition and night gear.\nThe Rann environment is known for extreme temperature swings — hot days and cold nights — requiring solid hydration and pacing strategy.\n\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nExperienced ultra runners with prior 50 km+ race experience\nAthletes comfortable with extreme environments and self-paced strategy\nRunners seeking a destination desert ultra experience\nParticipants building for longer international ultra events\n\n\nTravel & Accommodation\n\nNearest Airport: Bhuj Airport (BHJ) — the common access point to Rann of Kutch region.\nBy Road: Dholavira and desert villages accessible by well-connected roads from Bhuj or Ahmedabad.\nStay: Options range from local guesthouses\, homestays\, to nearby small resorts. Details are shared in the race brief.\n\n \nShare the event with your friends
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/white-sand-ultra-2026/
LOCATION:Gujarat\, India
CATEGORIES:Competition,Endurance,Running
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SUMMARY:Solang Sky Ultra '25
DESCRIPTION:Share the event with your friends\n\n\n\nThe whispers of the Solang Valley call not to the weak of will\, but to those who crave a trial of body and soul in the purgatory of Hell. Ladies and Gentlemen\, The Solang SkyUltra – an ego-altering crucible forged in the unforgiving heart of the Himalayas of Solang Valley returns. Mind you\, this is no mere race; it is a chance to transcend your limits\, to be shattered\, remade and reborn. \nEVENT DETAILS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE : 11-12 OCT\, 2025 \nCategories: 100 KM / 60 KM / 30 KM / 14 KM \nITRA Points: 05 / 03 / 01 / 01 \nElevation Gain: 7350 m D+ / 4210 m D+ / 2110 m D+ / 1910 m D+ \nTerrain: Mountain\, Technical trail\, High Altitude\, Glaciers\, and Water streams \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Solang Valley\, Manali\, Himachal Pradesh\, India \nDaytime Temperature: 25°C / 10°C \nEvening/ Night Temperature: 10°C / 0°C \nDaylight Hours: 12 \nAirport: Chandigarh\, KulluEvent Duration: 2 Days \n \n\n\n\n\nShare the event with your friends
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/solang-sky-ultra/
LOCATION:Solang Valley\, Manali\, Himachal Pradesh\, India
CATEGORIES:Running,Trail Running
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SUMMARY:Goa Ultra by The Hell Race
DESCRIPTION:Share the event with your friends\n\nGOA ULTRA 2025 –\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE RACE : Categories\n120KM | 1388 m D+\nCheckpoint Cutoff: 50KM in 8 hours\nFinal Cutoff: 120KM in 20 hours \n60KM | 577 m D+\nCheckpoint Cutoff: 40KM in 6 hours 30 minutes\nFinal Cutoff: 60KM in 10 hours \n30KM | 455 m D+\nFinal Cutoff: 5 hours \n\n\n\nShare the event with your friends
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/goa-ultra-by-the-hell-race/
LOCATION:Goa\, Goa
CATEGORIES:Running,Trail Running
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