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About event

On May 7-8, 2027, we'll host a new, unique race, in keeping with our tradition and featuring the signature style of the Running Heroes Russia team. The Baskunchak Ultra Discovery will never be repeated.

This time, we'll head to the legendary Lake Baskunchak, one of the largest salt lakes in Europe.
This incredible place in the Astrakhan region, whose landscapes stun the imagination of even seasoned travelers – Martian views with characteristic craters, gullies, and blind ravines that alternate with lunar and man-made landscapes.

The rich flora and fauna of these wild places also adds to the racing atmosphere – steppe tulips and carnations, geckos, which are a symbol of this region, ground squirrels, steppe eagles, and this is just a small part of the list.

Distances Races: S70, S50, S30, S15
Number of participants: 1000

The race will be held only once.
It's a dream that stretches into the distance!

Registration
Dear athletes!
Registration for the Baskunchak Ultra Discovery closed after reaching the participant limit!
Welcome to the Astrakhan region!

For any questions, please contact us by email: info@goldenultra.ru
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Information

Event Date: May 7-8, 2027

May 7, 2027

16:00 - Start for participants in the 3K warm-up race

17:00 - Start for participants in the Gekko Race 3K

17:30 - Start for participants in the Gopher Fun Race

 

May 8, 2027

08:00 - Start for participants in the S70 race

08:00 - Start for participants in the S50 race

08:00 - Start for participants in the S30

08:00 - Start for participants of the S15 distance

 

Venue

Start and finish for participants of the S70, S50, S30, S15 distances: 48.20934 46.83184 (Astrakhan Region, Akhtubinsky District, Nizhny Baskunchak workers' settlement).

 

Distances

S70 - 71.5 km, 359 m ascent;

S50 - 54.8 km, 354 m ascent;

S30 - 32.5 km, 307 m ascent;

S15 - 16.8 km, 65 m climb;

Warm-up run 3K - 3 km;

Gekko Race 3K - 3 km;

Gopher Fun Race - 1 km.

 

Distance limit

S70 - 11 hours

S50 - 9 hours

S30 - 5 hours

S15 - 3 hours

Participation in the event is open to the following participants:

  • S70, S50, S30 - 18 years and older;
  • S15 and 3K warm-up races - 15 years and older;
  • Gecko Race (3K) - 11 to 14 years old;
  • Gopher Fun Race - 0 to 10 years old - independently. 0 to 4 years old - independently or accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Participant age is determined on the actual date of the event -

May 7-8, 2027.

07.04.2027

11:00 - 20:00

Expo Operation. Distribution of starter packs to registered participants

11:00 - 15:00

Distribution of starter packs for warm-up race participants 3K

11:00 - 16:00

Starter pack distribution for participants in the Gekko Race 3K and Gopher Fun Race.

11:00 - 18:00

Young Trail Runners' Headquarters open.

15:00 - 18:00

Changing room and storage lockers open for participants in the 3K Warm-up Race and Gekko Race. (Gekko Race 3K), Gopher Fun Race

16:00

Start for participants in the 3K warm-up race

17:00

Start for participants in the Gekko Race (Gekko Race 3K)

17:30

Start for participants in the Gopher Fun Race (Gopher Fun Race)

18:00

Award ceremony for the winners of the 3K Warm-up Run, Gekko Race (Gekko Race 3K), and Gopher Fun Race (Gopher Fun Race)

19:00

Briefing for participants of all distances

08.04.2027

06:00 - 19:00

Start/Finish Area, Changing Rooms, and Storage Locker Opening Hours

08:00

Start for participants in the S70, S50, S30, and S15 distances

08:00 -19:00

Stand Opening Hours Engravings

09:30

Award ceremony for the winners of the S15 distance

11:00

Closing of the finish line for participants of the S15 distance

10:45

Award ceremony for the winners of the S30 distance

13:00

Closing Finish line for S30 distance participants

13:30

Award ceremony for S50 distance winners

17:00

Closing of finish line for S50 distance participants

15:00

Award ceremony for S70 distance winners

19:00

Closing of finish line for S70 distances

 

Participants can register online at https://my.goldenultra.ru/ in their personal account from 12:00 PM on April 24, 2026, until 12:00 PM on February 21, 2027.

The registration fee is:

S70 - 11,000 rubles.

S50 - 9,000 rubles.

S30 - 7,000 rubles.

S15 - 6,000 rubles.

Warm-up run 3K - 3,000 rubles.

Gekko Race 3K - 3,000 rubles.

Race Gopher Fun Race - 3,000 rubles.


When registering for the Event Expo (May 7, 2027), the cost will be*:

S70 - 12,000 rubles.

S50 - 10,000 rubles.

S30 - 8,000 rubles.

S15 - 7,000 rubles.

Warm-up Run 3K - 3,500 rubles.

Gecko Race 3K - 3,500 rubles.

Gopher Fun Race - 3,500 rubles.

Subject to availability of start numbers!

*Including When changing the distance at the Expo Event.

 

The registration fee for legal entities and sole proprietors is:

S70 - 13,200 rubles.

S50 - 10,800 rubles.

S30 - 8,400 rubles.

S15 - 7,200 rubles.

Warm-up run 3K - 3,600 rubles.

Gecko Race (3K) - 3,600 rubles.

Gopher Fun Race - 3,600 rubles.

Applications for participation from legal entities are accepted at corp@goldenultra.ru

 

Pensioners, large families, honorary donors of Russia, disabled people, veterans, and combat veterans receive a 50% discount. To do this, you need to:

  • Register in your participant's personal account on the goldenultra.ru website;
  • Upload documents confirming the discount;
  • When registering for the race, indicate the availability of the discount to apply.

The discount does not apply to the following distances: Warm-up Run 3K, Gekko Race 3K, and Gopher Fun Race*.

*Except for families with disabled children.

Elite athletes with a PI of at least 700 for men and 575 for women, according to the ITRA index, are entitled to a 100% discount. To do this, please send a request to info@goldenultra.ru with a link to your ITRA profile.

 

Re-registration

Electronic re-registration and course changes are available in the participant's personal account by 12:00 PM on February 21, 2027. The cost is 1000 rubles.

If the distance is changed at the Expo Event (May 7, 2027), the cost will be 1000 rubles.

To qualify for the Elite Cluster and Cluster A, the athlete or their representative must upload supporting documents corresponding to the qualification in the participant's personal account on the goldenultra.ru website.

(Results of competitions held after January 1, 2024 are taken into account).
Qualification requirements for the Elite Cluster:

  • PI minimum 700 for men and 575 for women, in accordance with the ITRA index;
  • Prize-winners and top 5 of major Russian and international running competitions;
  • Absolute winners of all RHR starts.
    Qualification requirements for the Cluster A*:
  • PI minimum 600 for men and 525 for women, according to the ITRA index;
  • Any Running Heroes Russia event - Top 30 men, Top 30 women;
  • Any trail event* (more than 100 participants) - Top 10 men in the overall standings, Top 10 women;
  • Road distances* - a result of at least category III (according to the 2022-2025 European Running Championships).

*The distance used for qualification must be no more and no less than twice the distance for which the athlete is applying.

The participant's starter pack includes:

The participant's starter pack includes:

  • a starter number with a timing chip;
  • a sticker for the storage locker;
  • gifts from the organizing committee and event partners.

Participant starter packs will be distributed at the EXPO Events
May 7, 2027, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Attention! Starter packs will not be issued after 8:00 PM!

 

Conditions for receiving a starter pack

To receive a starter pack, participants aged 18 and over are required to provide the following:

  • original identification document;
  • original medical certificate;
  • insurance policy*.

* Insurance is not required for the 3K Warm-up Run.

To receive a starter pack, participants aged 15 to 17 are required to provide the following:

  • original identification document;
  • original parental permission to participate in the race and the personal presence of one of the parents upon receiving the starter pack;
  • original medical certificate Certificates.

When receiving a starter pack for a participant aged 0 to 14, a parent must provide:

  • the parent's original ID;
  • a copy of the child's birth certificate or proof of relationship in the parent's passport;
  • the original parental permission to participate in the race and the personal presence of one of the parents upon receiving the starter pack;
  • the original medical certificate.

Athletes are allowed to participate in the competition with an accident and illness insurance policy. Insurance Terms:

  • insurance amount of at least 300,000 rubles;
  • applies to the date(s) of the race;
  • suitable for running/trail running;
  • suitable for running/trail running competitions.

 

Medical Certificate:

  • issued by an institution licensed to carry out medical activities;
  • contains the seal of the medical institution, the signature and seal of the physician, the date of issue, and the full name participant;
  • contains a conclusion that the participant is admitted to running/trail running events of the same or greater distance;
  • must be completed using the form in Appendix No. 2 to Order No. 1144n of the Russian Ministry of Health dated October 23, 2020 (as amended on September 26, 2023) or confirm that the participant has health groups 1 or 2;
    ● valid on the day of the race. The certificate is valid for the period specified therein, but no more than 1 year from the date of issue;
  • the provided certificate will not be returned upon receipt of the start number. A photocopy of the medical certificate will only be accepted upon presentation of the original.
Transfers are provided along the Volgograd-Nizhny Baskunchak-Volgograd route. Information will be provided three months prior to the start.
Mandatory Equipment

1. Each food package must be labeled with the participant's number.

2. The track may be updated the day before the start; information about the track update will be posted on the official race information channels.

3. The organizers' phone number is in the contact list (+7 926 680 31 69).

4. Mandatory first aid kit contents:

  • A bandage at least 10 cm x 5 m (>= 1 pc);
  • A self-adhesive bandage (>= 400 cm);
  • Adhesive plaster Roll (>=300 cm);
  • Hemostatic sponge 50x50 mm (>=2 pcs);
  • Sterile wipes at least 75x75 mm (>=5 pcs);
  • Personal medications (if necessary).

Recommended Equipment

Trail shoes

Trail running shoes (tread) non-aggressive)

Lightweight running windbreaker

all distances

Watch or phone with a recorded track

S15

Thermal blanket

S15

Sunglasses

all distances

Anti-chafing cream

all distances

Blister patch

all distances

Gaiters

all distances

Reflective element on clothing (front and (back)

all distances

Charging cables and adapters for mandatory devices

all distances

Power bank

all distances

** Refusal, ignoring inspection, failure to follow the referee's instructions, or unsportsmanlike behavior will result in disqualification!

Please note: items included in the mandatory equipment list are This is basic clothing that every trail runner should select according to their skills. This ensures better safety and efficiency.

At the finish line, the overall leaders may undergo a re-check of their mandatory equipment.

A participant may be disqualified

  • failure to comply with the route conditions (lack of a track or deviation from the route markings by more than 100 m, resulting in a shortening of the route by 1 km or more);
  • lack of mandatory equipment (except water and food);
  • failure to comply with the judge's orders;
  • unsportsmanlike behavior;
  • in the event of disqualification of one of the overall leaders due to lack of Mandatory equipment, leadership passes to the next finisher, who also undergoes mandatory equipment inspection;
  • if a participant hands over all or part of the mandatory equipment to another participant (the decision to disqualify is considered by the commission on a case-by-case basis).

Mandatory equipment must be present throughout the entire distance. A check for the athlete's mandatory equipment, appropriate for the distance, may be conducted on the course.

Distance S70. Start 08.05 at 08:00

number PP

km

closing time

supplies

assistance

support

evacuation

PP No. 1

(Caves)

13.5

10:00

fruit, dried fruit, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency medical care

no

yes

PP No. 2 

(Bitter)

31.8

13:00

fruit, dried fruit, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency care

no

yes

PP No. 3

(Camel)

52.3

16:00

fruit, dried fruit, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency medical care

no

Yes

Finish

71.5

19:00

Hot food, hot tea, water

First aid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Distance S50. Start 08.05 at 08:00

number PP

km

closing time

supplies

help

support

evacuation

PP No. 1

(Cordon)

13

10:10

fruits, dried fruits, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency care

no

yes

PP No. 2 

(Camel)

35

13:45

fruits, dried fruits, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency medical care

no

yes

Finish

54.8

17:00

Hot food, hot tea, water

First aid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Distance S30. Start 08.05 at 08:00

number PP

km

closing time

supplies

help

support

evacuation

PP No. 2 

(Cordon)

13

10:00

fruit, dried fruit, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency care

no

yes

Finish

32.5

13:00

hot food, hot tea, water

ambulance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Distance S15. Start 08.05 at 08:00

number PP

km

closing time

supply

help

support

evacuation

PP No. 1 

(Cordon)

10.5

09:55

fruits, dried fruits, nuts, lard, crackers, chocolate spread, water, cola, isotonic drink

emergency care

no

yes

Finish

16.8

11:00

hot food, hot tea, water

ambulance

 

 

 

Awards are given to 1st through 3rd place men and women in the absolute championship at each distance.

  • S70

1st place - 60,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 45,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 30,000 rubles and gifts;

  • S50

1st place - 40,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 30,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 20,000 rubles and gifts;

  • S30

1st place - 20,000 rubles and Gifts;

2nd place - 15,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 10,000 rubles and gifts;

  • S15, Warm-up Run 3K, Gekko Race (3K), Gopher Fun Race (Gopher Fun Race)

Participants who take prizes will be awarded valuable prizes and gifts.

 

Athletes who take 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in their age groups* will also receive valuable prizes:

  • 18-29 years old;
  • 30-39 years old;
  • 40-49 years old;
  • 50-59 years;
  • 60-69 years;
  • 70 and older;

*Except for the 3K Warm-up Run distance

 

Each finisher of the S70, S50, S30, and S15 distances receives official ITRA points.

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We are confident that the Running Heroes Russia team's competitions can provide unforgettable emotions and an incredible boost of energy, even if you don't run any of the distances.

Anyone who has ever volunteered at our events and supported the athletes on the track and in the start/finish town will confirm the truth of this statement.

We invite you to join our team and experience the festive atmosphere from the inside!

If you want to stay up to date with our news and be the first to know about the start of recruitment for volunteers for one of our events, then subscribe to our Telegram channel https://t.me/rhrvolunteers and stay tuned for updates. The link to the application form for those wishing to join the team will be open 1.5-2 months before the event. Start.

For any questions about volunteering with our team, please email us at volunteer@goldenultra.ru. We are available weekdays! We'd be delighted to welcome you to our ranks. See you soon at the start!

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