The MTC Oxford Ultra
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The MTC Oxford Ultra
The MTC Oxford Ultra is a point-to-point ultra running event over a distance of 49 miles with total ascent of 293 m and descent of 328 m. The route begins at Travelodge, Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4XG and finishes at The Catherine Wheel, 7-15 Hart St, Henley-on-Thames RG9 2AR. Competitors follow the Thames Path shortly after the start, passing Sandford Weir, Culham, Cholsey, Moulsford, Streatley, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Purley Park, Tilehurst and Reading en route to Henley-on-Thames.
The event operates three staffed checkpoints that provide water and a range of nutritional items. Example foods include malt loaf, cakes, sandwiches, dried fruit, sweets, squash, cola and water. Organisers endeavour to cater for Gluten Free, Vegan and Vegetarian diets; other specific dietary needs must be supplied by the competitor. Drop bags may be left at checkpoints.
Competitors must register and present kit for inspection on request and are responsible for their own travel to the start and from the finish. Mandatory kit includes a GPX device or downloaded route and a mobile phone. Entrants must be at least 20 years old and maintain an average minimum speed of 4.0 miles per hour; those who fall below this requirement will be removed from the race. All finishers receive a bespoke Oxford Ultra medal and a choice of technical t-shirt, mug or hat. A Hall of Fame records top finish times for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
