V3000
For trail-loving ultra runners
For trail-loving ultra runners
The Loop of Delight!
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Owing to the demanding nature this course all entrants must pre-qualify by earning a Warrant of Wildness
What to expect
While not as daunting as the V5000 course, the V3000 still represents an epic challenge that takes you into glorious Otago backcountry. It is particularly suited to those who prefer fast, flowing trail over steep mountainous terrain. That's not to say there isn't a good smattering of the latter - hey, this is The WILD after all, but if you're an ultra runner that likes to really stretch their legs then this could be the one for you.
Aid Stations
Food, water and Tailwind will be available at the following points:
You're on your own for this one!
- Heidi's Hut, Coronet Peak, 18k
- Skippers Rd, 28k (Drop Bag available)
- Eight Mile Hut, 48k
Key Info
Start: 7am Saturday, Butlers Green.
Time to complete the course: 13 hours
Course Record, Men: 7hrs 6mins (Vajin Armstrong)
Course Record, Women: 8hrs 18mins (Louise Murray)
Median Time 2023, Men: 10hrs 32 mins
Median Time 2023, Women: 10hrs 25 mins
No pacers allowed.
There will be a cut-off operating at the Skippers Rd Aid Station (28K). Runners taking part in the V3000 must LEAVE here within 7.5 hours of the race start (2.30pm) or they will be removed from the course and recorded as a DNF.
Minimum age: 18 years on race day