Hunderace

Hunderace is a term used to describe a long-distance endurance race that typically covers about 100 kilometers. The event is commonly run on trails and mixed surfaces, and competitors may race individually or in small teams depending on local rules. Hunderace events emphasize pacing, navigation, nutrition, and resilience, with routes marked and support at aid stations, and timing often tracked with GPS.

The name combines elements suggesting a distance of around a hundred, and the term is used across ultramarathon communities. There is no single global governing body specific to hunderace; many races adopt standard ultrarunning rules and align with established ultramarathon organizations, while some branding emphasizes the distance rather than a uniform format.

Format and rules for hunderace events vary by organizer but commonly include mandatory equipment lists, safety requirements, and cutoffs that limit completion times. Navigation is often a component of the challenge, requiring contestants to follow course markers or routes with minimal external direction. Aid stations provide food, water, and basic medical support, and some events are self-supported, requiring racers to carry essential gear and supplies.

Variants and culture around hunderace include regional differences such as trail-focused courses, road-assisted formats, or entirely self-supported versions. The concept has grown in ultrarunning discourse and online communities as a benchmark for endurance over speed, with safety protocols, weather contingencies, and course design being central to event planning.