This year saw the introduction of our new 85km distance. The idea behind it was to offer participants of our training course a real race experience without having to go 185km or more right of the bat. In addition, it is a distance that requires all the kit and the chance to test equipment and skills during one night out on the trail. Of course, it is also simply a chance for winter ultra fans who do not want to run, bike or ski for 100km or more. Last but not least, it is a possibility to reduce distance for athletes who signed up for the 185 or 500 but due to unforseen circumstances – like a minor sport injury – can’t do what they originally had signed up for. But they are fit and motivated enough to join the 85km.
3 athletes had signed up. Juiko Liao (Ski) from Taiwan had to scratch. Adrian Peralta (Foot) from Argentina won and Belgian athlete Joris Simkens placed 2nd. Congratulations!