Mon. 9 - Fri. 13 Dec. 2019
Dubai, AE
Event description
Al Marmoom Ultramarathon offers 3 challenging distances; the world’s longest desert ultra-run, a record breaking 300 km over 5 days as well as continuous 110 km and 50 km ultra runs.

All three distances are self- sufficient, with water and tents supplied, and across desert terrain in the breath-taking Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai UAE.

Terrain will change from hard sand tracks to soft moving dunes, and the route will include overnight camping, 5 stages and regular check points.

AMUM 2019 will test physical strength and mental stamina as participants take in the stunning desert landscape and see indigenous and migratory wildlife.

Elite runners from across the globe as well as regionally, will take on the ultimate challenge of the record breaking desert ultra- run whilst the shorter distances are the ideal choices for ultra-runners who want to experience the magic of the

Arabian desert and test their limits of physical and emotional endurance. The Al Marmoom Ultramarathon is for individuals and teams who want to test their limits and take on the ultimate challenge of a lifetime.

AMUM 19 offers the world’s biggest ultramarathon purse in prizes for the ultimate challenge winners.

#AMUM19
Location
Venue
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve
City
Dubai
Country
United Arab Emirates
Races
300KM
Mon. 9 Dec. 2019
07:00
300 km
110KM
Wed. 11 Dec. 2019
07:00
110 km
50KM
Fri. 13 Dec. 2019
07:00
50 km
Registration
Registration open
Fri. 1 Feb. 2019
Late fees apply from
Sat. 31 Aug. 2019
Registration close
Sun. 10 Nov. 2019 or sooner if the event is fully-booked.
Participation
Individual athletes
Included
Bus transfer to and from the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve Accommodation 1/2/6 nights in the camp Main meal night before the race start and after the last race Water throughout the race Technical and medical support Timing chip and race BIB Race tracker Salt tablets Road book Evacuation insurance Race medal T-shirt Post- race presentation and awards
Refund policy
Fees are non-refundable.
Fees are refundable at discretion of the event organizer. Cancellation available until 31st of August 2019. Non-refundable fees apply: 300 KM: USD160 |110 KM: USD 105 | 50 KM: USD55
Insurance
Event Protect
This event is insured through EventProtect.
A 5% insurance premium is applicable.
Practical info
Race pack collection
On Pre-Check days in the Base Camp:
300 KM: Sunday 8th December, 2pm
110 KM: Tuesday 10th December, 2pm
50 KM: Thursday 12th December, 2pm
Transport to start
Bus transfer to the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve.
Transport from finish
Bus transfer from the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve.
Course / track / circuit
Difficulty
Moderate
Support stations
Water station every 8 -10km. Hot meals in the Base Camp night before the first race and after the final race.
Highlights
Participants must follow the route as marked by the organizer, failing which penalties may be applied according to the particular stage. The course will be marked approximately every 250 meters.
Spectators area(s)
In the Base Camp and along the course.
Facilities & services
Medical
Registered Nurse and / or Paramedic present, Physician present.
Parking
Parking will be available for those with cars at the base camp and at the Last Exit in Al Qudra
Toilets
Changing rooms
Showers
Timing & certification
Timing
Automated timing
MyLaps BIBTag by Sports Timing Services
Certificate
No certificates
Medals
Finisher medals
Trophies
All info about prizes: http://ultramarathon.ae/prizes.html
Races

300KM

Distance
  • 300 km
Start date
Mon. 9 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
300 KM - SCHEDULE

SUNDAY 8th
Camp Arrival: 14:00 PM
Pre-checks + Overnight

MONDAY 9th
60 KM
Start: 7:00 AM
Finish time cap: 21:00 PM

TUESDAY 10th
80 KM
Start: 7:00 AM
Finish time cap: 23:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 11th
110 KM
Start: 7.00 AM

THURSDAY 12th
110 KM (continued)
Finish time cap: 19:00 PM

FRIDAY 13TH
50 KM
Start: 7.00 AM
Finish time cap: 19:00 PM

SATURDAY 14th
THE AL MARMOOM ULTRAMARATHON 2019 AWARDS GALA DINNER FOR ALL RACE CATEGORIES

110KM

Distance
  • 110 km
Start date
Wed. 11 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
110 KM – SCHEDULE

TUESDAY 10th
Camp Arrival: 14:00 PM
Pre-checks + Overnight

WEDNESDAY 11TH
110 KM
Start: 7:00 AM

THURSDAY 12th
110 KM (continued)
Finish time cap: 19:00 PM

SATURDAY 14th
THE AL MARMOOM ULTRAMARATHON 2019 AWARDS GALA DINNER FOR ALL RACE CATEGORIES

50KM

Distance
  • 50 km
Start date
Fri. 13 Dec. 2019
Start time
07:00
Start location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Finish location
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai (AE)
Age categories
/ 18-99
Note(s)
50 KM - SCHEDULE

THURSDAY 12th
Camp Arrival: 14:00 PM
Pre-checks + Overnight

FRIDAY 13th
50 KM
Start 7.00 AM
Finish time cap 19:00 PM

SATURDAY 14th
THE AL MARMOOM ULTRAMARATHON 2019 AWARDS GALA DINNER FOR ALL RACE CATEGORIES
Map & accomodation
Organisation
Phone
+971 50 476 0653