Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Northburn100
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Trail in New Zealand, Central Otago
Distances
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Running
5km and 10km Night Races
10 km
About
Ultra Mountain Run — where suffering is the prize and everyone’s a winner; qualifier for Hardrock and UTMB.
Catering & aid stations
Aid stations offer nutrition and electrolyte supplements; water and electrolyte replacement provided at start/finish (pass twice). Bring own snacks, gels, energy bars. Hot food available at finish (sausage for half marathon).
Pacers
Pacers are allowed. See the pre-race briefing for target times per start wave and pacer-flag guidance.
Results
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Sign up nowWhat's included in entry
- Online registration via webscorer
- Race bib with timing chip
- Event T-shirt
- Race-day insurance
- On-course food and drink at aid stations
- Entry for supporters/family (no timing chip)
- Sausage at finish line (half marathon)
- Reflective vest for night runs
FAQ
What are the cut-off times?
50 km – 12 hours; 100 km – 30 hours; 160 km – 48 hours. These are official cut-offs; the race director may allow finishes outside these depending on remaining distance, condition, and other factors.
Do you allow pacers?
Yes — pacers are allowed. See the pre-race briefing for details on pacers, start waves, and target times.
Is there minimum gear I need to take?
Yes. Small day backpack; seam-sealed waterproof rain jacket; Merino/thermal long sleeve top; extra fleece/midweight wool or synthetic puffer; long thermal tights or trousers (compression leggings not acceptable); lightweight waterproof over-trousers acceptable; warm beanie/headband; polyprop/thermal/gloves; survival bag; own snacks/gels/energy bars; water bottles/bladders for 2L capacity; headlamp with backup batteries; reflective stripes/vest/back flashing light for night running. Carry all items on your person or in your pack at all times.
What is the refund policy?
50% refund for withdrawal before 8pm on 4 March 2027 (2 weeks before the event), with 50% credited toward any future Northburn100 event. No refunds after this date, but entries are transferable to the next year’s event.
Are there age categories or medal awards?
Awards and age categories vary by distance; please see the event pages for specifics for the 5km, 10km, half marathon, 50km, 100km, and 161km.
Last updated: Jun 4, 2026, 06:57:45 PM
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