Observed arrival · 2026-10-23
The Gauntlet: an ultra dealt by the card
An 18-hour trail ultra in Piketberg where one card sets the distance for the whole field each hour.
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✦Pretty
●Pro
◎Niche
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- Trail runners curious about an ultra
- Worth noticing
- The first ten laps use only 4s, 5s and 6s; the final lap is a straight race for separate men’s and women’s podiums.
Field notes
The first ten hours use only 4, 5 and 6 kilometre draws; the full 4–8 km deck comes into play later. The final lap starts at 11:00 Sunday and is a straight race for separate men’s and women’s podiums. Camping beside the start line is included, but participants supply their own food and drinks, and must bring a headlamp.
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○OpenPublic substance visible
$PaidCommerce or pricing visible
✦PrettyNotable craft visible
●ProPolished or operationally mature
◎NicheUnusually specific use
One card from the complete issue