About This Race
The 77K represents the premier endurance challenge at Quito Trail, demanding exceptional fitness and mental resilience as runners navigate the full spectrum of Ecuador's demanding terrain over an extended distance that tests high-altitude acclimatization and sustained energy management. This distance attracts experienced ultra runners seeking a serious qualification opportunity within the UTMB World Series while experiencing one of South America's most challenging mountain environments. The extended time on course allows for deeper immersion in Ecuador's diverse ecosystems, but requires careful pacing strategy to manage the cumulative effects of altitude and technical terrain over what becomes a multi-hour mountain journey.
Practical Info
UIO - Mariscal Sucre International Airport
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Notable Features
The event's unique selling point lies in its incredible diversity of ecosystems within a single race series, taking runners from tropical jungle environments through high-altitude Andean terrain to finish in one of South America's best-preserved colonial city centers, offering an unmatched combination of natural beauty and cultural immersion.