Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge
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Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge
The event takes place on the Isle of Wight from 1 to 2 May 2027 with Chale as the main basecamp. Routes follow the coastal path past the Needles, visit Cowes and Ventnor on the full island route, and return to Chale for the finish after the 106 km course. There are multiple route formats and start options including a solo start, an Ultra March option, and Trailblazerz option.
Available distances and formats:
- 106 km full island route
- ~50 km option
- 25 km option
- 10 mile Cowes Medina Estuary option
- 53 km half challenge option
Route support and logistics include covered rest stops approximately every 12.5 km with major rest stops every ~25 km. Rest stops have marquees, medical and welfare tents, catering, seating, changing rooms, and toilets. The route is signed with pink arrows and glow sticks at night. A mobile app provides Google route maps and GPS tracking, and a timing system scans participants at rest stops with progress monitored by a control room.
Catering provides snacks and drinks every 12.5 km, main meals every 25 km, options for different dietary needs, lighter options for runners, and a finishers meal. Medical provision includes doctors, paramedics, first aid, podiatrists, massage teams, blister supplies, and mobile emergency medical teams. Camping packages are available at Chale and a Cowes midpoint site. Shuttle services from Cowes ferry port and parking for vehicles are provided. Finishers receive a medal, T shirt, glass of fizz, and an official challenge certificate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
