Ultramarathons are footraces longer than standard marathons, ranging from 50km to over 2000km. They can be point-to-point races, out-and-backs, or loops. Ultra runners include those aiming to cover fixed distances or maximize distance in set times, as well as journey runners traversing continents on foot. Notable ultrarunners have completed hundreds of marathons and ultras. The Western New York Ultra Series aims to promote local ultras through a points system for finishing various races.

5. WHO DOES IT?

6. Objective The purpose of the Western New York Ultra Series is to build interest and participation in the various trail and road ultras in Western New York. Race Entry and Rules Each race in the series is a separate and independent event. Each race director determines their own entry fees, race date, number of entries allowed, cut-off times, and other policies. Series Entry Entry in any series event automatically registers the runner in the Western NY Ultra Series. There is no additional fee. A minimum of two series events must be finished to be eligible for awards. Categories Men: Open, Masters (40-49), Veterans (50 & Over) Women: Open, Masters (40-49), Veterans (50 & Over) Age for the series will be age on day of the last race run in the series.

31. WHO’S READY?? QUESTIONS?