Event Date: October 1–3, 2027

October 1, 2027

12:00 - Olympus Race

16:30 - Sunset Highway to Rio

October 2, 2027

13:00 - Wedding Race

13:40 - Raccoon 3K (ages 11–14)

14:05 - SUN FUN RUN (ages 8–10)

14:20 - SUN FUN RUN (ages 5–7)

14:40 - SUN FUN RUN (ages 0–4)

16:00 - L120

October 3, 2027 

05:00 - M70

06:00 - E50

07:00 - S30

09:00 - C15

Venue: 

• EXPO - 44.567784,38.075766 Primorye GrandResortHotel Congress Center (23 Mira Street, Gelendzhik, Krasnodar Krai);
• Start and finish for participants in the L120, M70, E50, S30, Wedding Race, Raccoon 3K, and SUN FUN RUN distances - 44.56115 38.07652 Central Square (Gelendzhik);
• Start for participants in the C15 distance - 44.52070 38.13471 (Persikovaya Street, Divnomorskoye village, Gelendzhik). Finish - 44.56115 38.07652 Central Square (Gelendzhik);
• Start for participants in the Sunset Highway to Rio distance - 44.64417 37.96722 (Gelendzhik, Krasnodar Krai). Finish - 44.61993 37.91502 (Krasnodar Krai, Gelendzhik);
• Start and finish for Olympus Race participants - 44.57563 38.09481 (Krasnodar Krai, Gelendzhik).

Distances:

L120 - 120.5 km. Elevation gain: 5,695 m;

M70 - 74.3 km. Elevation gain: 3,303 m;

E50 - 56.3 km. Elevation gain: 2,616 m;

S30 - 29.3 km. Elevation gain: 1,200 m;

C15 - 17.5 km. Elevation gain: 473 m;

Sunset Highway to Rio - 16 km. Elevation gain: 656 m;

Olympus Race - 4.2 km. Elevation gain: 462 m;

Wedding Race – 2 km;

Raccoon 3K – 3 km;

SUN FUN RUN – 1 km.

Course time limits

L120 – 30 hours;

M70 – 17 hours;

E50 – 14 hours;

S30 – 8 hours;

C15 – 5 hours;

Sunset Highway to Rio – 4 hours;

Olympus Race – 1.5 hours;

Eligibility requirements:

• L120, M70, E50, S30, C15, Sunset Highway to Rio, and Wedding Race: 18 years and older;
• Olympus Race: 15 years and older;
• Raccoon 3K: 11 to 14 years (unaccompanied);
• SUN FUN RUN: 5 to 10 years (unaccompanied); 0 to 4 years (unaccompanied or accompanied by a parent or guardian/legal representative);

Participant age is determined based on the event date: October 1–3, 2027.

Online registration for participants is available at www.goldenultra.ru from

12:00 on October 1, 2026, to 12:00 on August 20, 2027.

Registration fees are as follows:

• L120 - 14,000 RUB
• M70 - 12,000 RUB
• E50 - 11,000 RUB
• S30 - 9,000 RUB
• C15 - 8,000 RUB
• Sunset Highway to Rio - 7,000 RUB
• Olympus Race - 4,000 RUB
• Wedding Race - 4,000 RUB
• Raccoon 3K - 3,500 RUB
• SUN FUN RUN - 3,500 RUB

Registration at the Event Expo (October 1–2, 2027) costs:

• L120 - 15,000 RUB
• M70 - 13,000 RUB
• E50 - 12,000 RUB
• S30 - 10,000 RUB

Subject to availability of race bibs! The registration fee for legal entities and individual entrepreneurs is:

• L120 – 16,800 RUB
• M70 – 14,400 RUB
• E50 – 13,200 RUB
• S30 – 10,800 RUB
• C15 – 9,600 RUB
• Sunset Highway to Rio – 8,400 RUB
• Olympus Race – 4,800 RUB
• Wedding Race – 4,800 RUB
• Raccoon 3K – 4,200 RUB
• SUN FUN RUN – 4,200 RUB

Participation requests from legal entities are accepted at corp@goldenultra.ru

For overall winners at the "White Bride Ultra Gelendzhik" event A 100% discount is available for elite-category athletes with an ITRA Performance Index (PI) of at least 700 for men and 575 for women (based on the 2024–2025 period). To claim this, please email info@goldenultra.ru with a link to your ITRA profile.

A 50% discount is available for pensioners, large families, Honorary Donors of Russia, persons with disabilities, and combat veterans. To claim this, you must:

• Register in your personal account on the goldenultra.ru website;
• Upload documents confirming your eligibility for the discount;
• Indicate your eligibility for the discount when registering for the race.

The discount does not apply to the following races: Olympus Race, Wedding Race, Raccoon 3K, and SUN FUN RUN.*

*With the exception of families with children with disabilities.

Re-registration

Re-registration and changing race distances can be done via the participant's personal account for a fee until 12:00 PM on August 20, 2027. The cost is 1,000 RUB.

If changing the race distance at the Event Expo (October 1–2, 2027), the fee will be 1,000 RUB.

Changing distances is permitted only between main race distances, excluding the L120 distance. Changes to "satellite" (shorter/supporting) races are not permitted.
 

To qualify for the Elite Cluster or Cluster A, the athlete or their representative must upload the relevant qualifying documents to their personal participant account on the goldenultra.ru website.

(Only results from competitions held after January 1, 2025, are considered).
 Qualification requirements for the Elite Cluster:

• Minimum PI of 700 for men and 575 for women, according to the ITRA index;
• Podium finishers and top 5 finishers in major Russian and international running competitions;
• Overall winners of any RHR race.

Qualification requirements for Cluster A*:

• Minimum PI of 550 for men and 500 for women, according to the ITRA index;
• Any RunningHeroesRussia race: Top 30 men, Top 30 women;
• Any trail race (with over 100 participants): Top 10 men (overall), Top 10 women;
• Road races: Result meeting at least the 3rd-class standard (according to the 2026–2029 EVSK classification).

*The race distance used for qualification must differ by no more and no less than a factor of two from the one for which the athlete is entered.

The participant's race pack includes:

• race bib with a timing chip;
• baggage check sticker;
• gifts from the organizing committee and event partners.

Race packs will be distributed at the EXPO (44.567784, 38.075766) at the Primorye Grand Resort Hotel Congress Center (23 Mira Street, Gelendzhik, Krasnodar Krai):

• October 1, 2027, from 09:00 to 20:00
• October 2, 2027, from 10:00 to 20:00

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

Race pack collection requirements

For participants aged 18 and older, the following are required to collect the race pack:

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

* An insurance policy is not required for the Wedding Race distance.

If collecting the race pack via proxy, the authorized representative must provide*:

• original ID document;
• copy of the participant's ID document;
• original medical certificate of the participant;
• original power of attorney issued to the representative;
• insurance policy.

*Race bibs for the L120 distance cannot be collected via proxy.

*It is not possible to change the race distance when collecting the race pack via proxy.

 For participants aged 15 to 17, the following are required to collect the race pack:

• original ID document;
• original parental consent for participation in the race and the personal presence of one parent during... collecting the race pack;
• original medical certificate.

When collecting the race pack for a participant aged 0 to 14, the parent must provide:

• original parent's ID document;
• copy of the child's birth certificate or proof of relationship in the parent's passport;
• original parental consent for participation in the race and the personal presence of one parent when collecting the race pack;
• original medical certificate.

Athletes are permitted to participate in the competition upon presentation of an accident and illness insurance policy. Insurance requirements:

• insured amount of at least 300,000 rubles;
• covers the date(s) of the race;
• suitable for running / trail running activities;
• suitable for participation in running / trail running competitions.

Medical certificate:

• issued by a facility licensed to provide medical services;
• includes the medical facility's stamp, the physician's signature and stamp, the date of issue, and the participant's full name;
• contains a statement confirming the participant is cleared for running/trail running events covering the race distance or greater;
• confirms the participant is in health group 1 or 2, or is issued using the form in Appendix No. 2 to Order No. 484n of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation dated May 19, 2026;
• valid on the day of the race. The certificate is valid for the period specified therein, but for no more than 1 year from the date of issue;
• the submitted certificate will not be returned upon collection of the race bib. A photocopy of the medical certificate is accepted only upon presentation of the original.

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

• L120

1st place - 400,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 200,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 100,000 rubles and gifts.

• M70

1st place - 70,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 50,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 40,000 rubles. and gifts.

• E50

1st place - 50,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 40,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 30,000 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.

• C15, Sunset Highway to Rio, Olympus Race, Wedding Race, Raccoon 3K, SUN FUN RUN

Top-place finishers will be awarded valuable prizes and gifts.

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

• 18-29 years old;
• 30-39 years old;
• 40-49 years old;
• 50-59 years old;
• 60-69 years old;
• 70 and older;
  *Does not apply to the Sunset Highway to Rio, Olympus Race, and Wedding Race.

Awards will be presented to the top three finishers (men and women) in the overall standings for each distance.

• L120

1st place: 400,000 RUB and gifts;

2nd place: 200,000 RUB and gifts;

3rd place: 100,000 RUB and gifts.

• M70

1st place: 70,000 RUB and gifts;

2nd place: 50,000 RUB and gifts;

3rd place: 40,000 RUB and gifts.

• E50

1st place: 50,000 RUB and gifts;

2nd place: 40,000 RUB and gifts;

3rd place: 30,000 RUB and gifts.

• S30

1st place: 20,000 RUB and gifts;

2nd place: 15,000 RUB and gifts;

3rd place: 10,000 RUB. and gifts.

• C15, Sunset Highway to Rio, Olympus Race, Wedding Race, Raccoon 3K, SUN FUN RUN

Top-finishing participants will be awarded valuable prizes and gifts.

Athletes placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in their respective age groups will receive additional valuable prizes:

• 18–29 years;
• 30–39 years;
• 40–49 years;
• 50–59 years;
• 60–69 years;
• 70 and older;
  *Does not apply to the Sunset Highway to Rio, Olympus Race, and Wedding Race distances.

• Results 2025
• Results 2024
• Results 2023
• Results 2022

   

Shuttle service for "Sunset at Rio" (Sunset & Highway to Rio) participants

October 1, 2027
15:30
Buses depart from 30 Gornaya St., Gelendzhik (44.575756, 38.078558) to the start line (44.64417 37.96722).

October 1, 2027
17:30; 18:30; 19:30; 20:30; 21:00
Buses depart from the village of Kabardinka (44.630798, 37.908011) to 30 Gornaya St., Gelendzhik (44.575756, 38.078558).

Transfer for C15 race participants

October 3, 2027
08:00
Buses depart from 30 Gornaya St., Gelendzhik (44.575756, 38.078558) to the start line (44.52070 38.13471).

Transfers are provided free of charge. Boarding is based on your race bib number.

Lists of participants 2026

• Olympus Race
• Sunset Highway to Rio
• Wedding Race
• Raccoon 3K
• SUN FUN RUN
• L120
• M70
• E50
• S30
• C15

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!

Дата и место проведения Соревнования

Дата проведения Соревнования: 30 сентября - 01 октября 2023 года

30 сентября 2023 года
13:00 – Старт для участников дистанции «Wedding Race»
14:00 - Старт для участников дистанции «Raccoon 3K» от 10 до 15 лет
14:20 - Старт для участников дистанции «SUN FUN RUN» от 5 до 10 лет
14:40 - Старт для участников дистанции «SUN FUN RUN» от 0 до 5 лет
16:00 - Старт для участников дистанции L120

01 октября 2023 года
05:00 - Старт для участников дистанции M70
07:00 - Старт для участников дистанции E50
07:00 - Старт для участников дистанции S30
09:00 - Старт для участников дистанции C15 
13:00 - Закрытие финиша для участников дистанции C15
15:00 - Закрытие финиша для участников дистанции S30
21:00 - Закрытие финиша для участников дистанции E50
22:00 - Закрытие финиша для участников дистанции L120
22:00 - Закрытие финиша для участников дистанции M70

Место проведения:

• Экспо - Веллнесс-центр Приморье (ул. Мира, 21, корп.6, Геленджик);
• Старт и финиш для участников дистанций L120, M70, E50, S30, «Wedding Race», «Raccoon 3K», «SUN FUN RUN» - 44.56104 38.07664 Центральная площадь, скульптура «Белая невесточка» (Ленина ул., 1, Геленджик);
• Старт и финиш для участников дистанции «Wedding Race», «Raccoon 3K» и «SUN FUN RUN» - Маяк-Рассвет (Революционная ул., 48, Геленджик);
• Старт для участников дистанции С15 - 44.52068 38.13466 (Персиковая улица, село Дивноморское, Геленджик). Финиш - 44.56104 38.07664 Центральная площадь, скульптура «Белая невесточка» (Ленина ул., 1, Геленджик);

• Event regulation
• Public offer
• Parental consent
• Power of attorney

Registration of support team members takes place during EXPO operation at the registration desk.

When registering, participants must provide personal information consistent with their identification.

A participant is considered registered if they have completed the registration form and received a special support team badge.

Upon receiving their badge, an officially registered support team member automatically agrees to the following rules:

• Only one badge is issued per support team (1 badge = assistance to 1 athlete);
• Multiple badges are not issued per athlete, and multiple badges are not issued per support team member;
• Only an accredited support team member may provide assistance to an athlete;
• A support team may transfer a badge within its team;
• The support team is familiar with and understands the penalties and liability for Failure to comply with the rules;
• When using their own transport, the team must position it in a manner that does not violate traffic regulations or interfere with the work of the staff or race participants;
• The support team may only be present in authorized support zones (assistance is not available at all aid stations);
• Not all authorized aid stations allow the same level of assistance to be provided to the athlete;
• Assistance from support teams at aid stations prohibited for assistance is strictly prohibited;
• Leaving equipment and food without the supervision of a support team member is prohibited in the authorized zone;
• Small tables are permitted, provided they do not interfere with the participants and event staff;
• The installation of flags and other paraphernalia that pose a risk to the health of athletes or incite hatred is prohibited. Placing identification marks on the table (signs, small flags, etc.) is permitted;
• Assistance from the cheerleading squad is strictly prohibited at the event.

A registered cheerleading squad member automatically agrees to the rules of conduct at the refreshment station and adjacent areas:

• Assistance to any athlete is permitted (in case of violation of the rules, penalties will be applied to the athlete specified during registration);
• Passports for athletes are permitted (only the number indicated on the cheerleading squad member's badge is issued). After use, the drop-off point is returned or retained by the support team, by prior arrangement with the athlete being supported;
• A support team member may use the participant's service only if the athlete is present at the aid station/drop-off point (exception: the drop-off point may be obtained in advance);
• It is permitted to receive information from the judges about changes to the aid station's operations;
• It is permitted to receive information about the location of emergency medical care;
• It is permitted to assist in providing first aid;
• It is permitted to support participants as a fan, where permitted by the rules.

1. Each food package must be marked with the participant's number. If the marking is missing, the participant will receive a penalty in the form of an additional time added to the final result (+30 minutes).

2. There will be NO (!) disposable tableware at the aid stations.

* For the C15 distance, a container for the mandatory water supply may serve as an alternative to a glass.

3. The organizers' phone number is in the contact list (+79266803169).

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

5. The knife must meet the following criteria:

• in a portable must not have an exposed blade;
• the blade must be sharp enough to cut a 10mm thick rope and textile materials.

6. A wind and water resistant jacket must meet the following criteria:

• wind protection: dense fabric (windblocker/windstopper);
• membrane or water-repellent treatment;
• hood.

Recommendations: elongated back, tight cuffs, possibly built-in ventilation zippers.

7. At night, the participant MUST move along the route with a flashlight on (mobile phone with A flashlight is not a replacement for a waterproof headlamp.

8. A GPS tracker is mandatory equipment for athletes competing in the L120 distance. A signed signature is required for the device (responsibility for loss or non-return). The tracker will be issued to the athlete at the start pack distribution in Gelendzhik.

WITHOUT A GPS TRACKER, THE PARTICIPANT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO THE START!

9. The participant is obliged to continue the course after the drop-off with the specified volume of liquid.

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

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

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

Violations of the rules regarding the handling of personal equipment and mandatory equipment may result in a participant not being allowed to start or being disqualified.

• Started without a start number;
• Changed the start number;
• Started under a start number registered to another person or for a different distance;
• Used mechanical means of transportation;
• Received assistance from other persons on the course, outside of refreshment stations;
• Used equipment, gear, or objects that could interfere with or cause harm to other participants (including flags on poles, etc.);
• absence of mandatory equipment along the event route (except for refillable water and food supplies);
• in the event of disqualification of one of the leaders in the overall championship due to lack of mandatory equipment, the leadership passes to the next finisher, who also undergoes mandatory equipment check;
• if a participant has given food, equipment, or part of the mandatory equipment to another athlete in need of assistance, without recording evidence that would allow for the establishment of a causal relationship for subsequent analysis and decision-making (the decision on disqualification is considered by the commission on a case-by-case basis);

Note:

- it is recommended to assess the need for assistance

- record the number of the participant being assisted

- by opportunities to enlist the support of witnesses

- upon arrival at the aid station or an organizer's representative, report the incident and the equipment used

- follow further instructions

• the participant received equipment or an element of equipment outside of officially designated areas or in prohibited areas;
• debris marked with the participant's number was found on the course;
• the participant did not use a headlamp at night or the headlamp was turned off;
• the participant moved along the race routes without wearing running shoes;
• the athlete's number was attached incorrectly (attached to the back, part of the number was hidden, etc.).The number must be clearly visible from the front;

Mandatory equipment must be present throughout the entire distance.