BigSky Trails (AIR)

Event overview

BigSky Trails (AIR) is the final event in the Classic Element Trail Series, held at Hyde Common, Frogham, near Fordingbridge in the New Forest National Park. The event starts from a high viewpoint at Hyde Common and uses trails across open plains and winding forest paths. It is fully marked and marshalled and finishes with a run along Hampton Ridge back to Hyde Common. Car parking is provided at Harry’s Field Campsite, Abbots Well Road, Frogham, SP6 2JA. Canicross entries are not accepted. The event is open to entrants aged 18 and over.

Race details

Distances and entry prices:

• 18 Miles - £44
• Marathon - £52
• 50 km Ultramarathon - £62

Aid stations and support:

• The 18 mile route has 2 aid stations, the marathon has 3, and the 50 km has 4, with additional water stations between them.
• Aid stations will offer sweet and savoury snacks, vegan options, water and flat coke. The event operates as a cupless event.
• Precision Fuel & Hydration supplies PH 1000 on course; this drink delivers 1,000 mg of sodium per litre, is served pre-mixed, and has a mild citrus flavour.

Other information: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Runners must carry at least 500 ml of fluid. Weather-appropriate clothing is advised.
• A bag drop tent will be available. Organisers recommend downloading the GPX file of the route.
• Cut-off times: 18 mile - 4.5 hours; Marathon - 7 hours; 50 km - 8.5 hours.
• Event t-shirts are available by pre-order only. Runners can opt to have a tree planted instead of a finishers medal.