Ultra X 125 Azores
Ultra X 125 Azores
Ultra X 125 Azores
Distance/Time
125KM/2DAYS
Elevation
5,494M
Technicality
4/5
Temperature
17-24°C
Airport
PDL
Date
24-25 Apr 2021
As per current guidelines, we will be introducing a number of procedures to mitigate against the risk of Covid-19 transmission and ensure our events are safe for participants, crew members, and the local population. For more details, see our Covid-19 Transmission Mitigation Policy.
ultra x 125 azores
Ultra X 125 Azores takes place on the island of São Miguel, nicknamed “the Green Island”, one of nine volcanic islands based out in the mid-Atlantic that form the Azores archipelago.
Governed by Portugal, this wild and remote archipelago is characterised by dramatic landscapes, fishing villages, mountain trails, lagoons, and luscious green pastures. Due to the marine influence, the climate of the Azores is very mild for such a northern location and temperatures remain around 20°C all year round.
Ultra X 50 Azores (50km race) takes place on the second day (Sunday) of Ultra X 125 Azores.
Itinerary
Friday
Participants arrive into Ponta Delgada airport on Friday and transfer to their accommodation. Race welcome and safety briefings will take place virtually and mandatory kit inspections will be conducted as spot checks throughout the weekend.
Saturday
The race starts at 06:00 on Saturday morning and covers 75km of spectacular mountain trails. Before the starting gun fires, runners will deposit their race holdall which will be available when they reach camp that afternoon/evening.
Sunday
The final stage of the race is 50km and starts at 08:00. Runners will again deposit their race holdall, which will be available at the finish line, where prize giving will take place. All competitors are then transferred back to Ponta Delgada.
Prize Money
The prize pot for Ultra X 125 Azores is £3,000 and will be split equally between genders. Prize money will be awarded to the overall podium finishers, individual stage winners, and the overall masters age category (50+) podium finishers.
Overall Podium (Men and Women)
1st – £550
2nd – £350
3rd – £150
Overall Stage Winners (Men and Women)
Stage 1 Winner – £150 (long stage)
Stage 2 Winner – £100
Overall Masters 50+ (Men and Women)
1st – £100
2nd – £60
3rd – £40
Medal Ribbons
All finishers will receive a race medal. Different medal ribbons will be awarded based upon the finishing times outlined below.
As part of our Sustainability Policy, the Green Ribbon will be awarded to the competitor that displays the highest commitment to reducing their environmental impact both in preparation for and during the race (as determined by the organisers).
Black Ribbon
Under 14 hours
White Ribbon
Under 16 hours
Blue Ribbon
Over 16 hours
Green Ribbon
Environmental award
included:
1. Race entry
2. Accommodation during the race (24 April)
3. Transfers from the finish line to Ponta Delgada
4. Medical staff on course and at campsite
5. Osteopathy staff on course and at campsite
6. Drinking water at checkpoints on course and hot water
for preparing food at the campsites
7. Ground assistance and full safety support
8. Digital copies of all images from event photographer
9. Individual/team rankings and ITRA points
10. Finisher’s medal
not included:
1. Flights
2. Accommodation before or after the race
3. Personal food, kit and equipment (see kit list below)
4. Comprehensive insurance (to cover cancellations, loss of items, injury etc)
5. Training costs
6. Spending money
7. Transport home for runners who are
disqualified or withdraw early
Experience The Azores
We understand that competitors may wish to travel to the Azores with family or friends. Should they wish to enjoy the islands while you race, we highly recommend visiting the following sights. Alternatively, you can visit them together after the event.
If one of your party would like to volunteer at the race while you take part, they can complete the Volunteer Application Form and we will do our best to accommodate them.
Pico
The second largest Azores island is known for its 2,350m volcano, lava shores, and iconic landscape of stone wall vineyards.
Sete Cidades
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal, Sete Cidades is a twin lake situated in the crater of a dormant volcano.
Whale Watching
Sperm whales, common dolphins, and bottlenose dolphins can be spotted in the Azores archipelago year-round.
What others say
Thank you to our partners
