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Top questions about running or walking a 100 mile ultramarathon
Your questions answered about running or walking a 100 mile ultramarathon

daniellemee
May 195 min read
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RAT RACE 100 Training Plans
3 training plans for completion of Rat Race 100 Ultramarathon, crafted by our in-house ultra running expert James The following plans are...

RossHanson
Jan 203 min read
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Top 10 UK Ultramarathons in 2025
Discover the Top 10 UK Ultramarathons in 2025! Explore epic challenges from scenic coastal runs to historic trails.

RossHanson
Sep 26, 20243 min read
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WHAT IT’S LIKE TO RUN YOUR FIRST 100 MILER
What it's like to run your first 100 Miler. 11 lessons I learned taking on the RR Castle to Castle 100.

jamescampbell61
Sep 25, 20247 min read
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Global Adventure Challenge Must-haves: Lessons from the Arctic Circle
Kit must-haves for taking on the Arctic Circle Global Adventure Challenge.

Alan Gray
Sep 24, 20243 min read
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Top 5 Highlights of Trans Africa Coast to Coast Cycle
TransAfrica expedition leader Abbi gives her highlights of cycling coast to coast across the continent.

abbinaylor4
Aug 9, 20243 min read
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Adventure Challenges Around The World You Need To Try
Our curated list of adventure challenges will take you to some of the most breathtaking corners of the globe,

RossHanson
Aug 6, 20244 min read
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Q&A behind the scenes with the Panama PM: Abbi Naylor
What is it like to be the Expedition Leader on the Rat Race Panama Coast to Coast jungle adventure?

daniellemee
May 29, 20248 min read
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A sneak peek into Trans Africa Coast to Coast our biggest cycling challenge yet
Are you looking to add something incredible to your Bucket List? Hot on the heels of our exceptionally popular Trans Andean Coast to...

daniellemee
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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What kit to choose for The Wall Ultramarathon?
A run through the mandatory kit list for The Wall with linked examples and top tips.

daniellemee
Jan 8, 20248 min read
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What kit do you need on the Mongol 100?
When you're planning to run/skate or bike 100 miles you normally don't have to worry about whether your water is frozen or how you're...

daniellemee
Jan 2, 202410 min read
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A Rat Race Test Pilot to the weirdest country in the world
When Jim dreamt up this Test Pilot in Turkmenistan, most of the office had no idea where on earth it was. This land-locked country is the...

daniellemee
Dec 12, 20238 min read
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Should you use poles on your next ultramarathon?
The pros of using poles on your next ultramarathon and tips to get the most out of them.

daniellemee
Nov 7, 20233 min read
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What is it like to take on the Exuma Files adventure?
A trip report from our Head of Expeditions Abbi about the 2023 Exuma kayaking adventure.

daniellemee
Aug 31, 20236 min read
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Our Top 5 cycling adventures for 2024
From crossing the UK to crossing a continent. We have over 17 cycling based adventures to choose from in 2024

daniellemee
Aug 18, 20233 min read
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How does it feel to finish The Wall Ultramarathon?
The Wall is an huge undertaking, but how does it feel when you're tackling this adventure? Our 2023 #ratracers told us in their own words.

daniellemee
Jun 26, 20239 min read
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How do we plan our adventures?
An insight into how we start planning a new international adventure.

daniellemee
Jun 25, 20235 min read
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Top tips for your first ultramarathon
We asked our amazing #ratracer community what their best tips were when it comes to running The Wall and we think you can apply them to...

daniellemee
Jun 11, 20233 min read
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Top 10 reasons why The Wall is the perfect first ultramarathon
Our top 10 reasons that make The Wall ultra the perfect first ultramarathon for those looking to go the distance.

daniellemee
Jun 5, 20235 min read
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Rat Race Forest Facility a brand new group adventure centre
Find our more about the Rat Race Dirty Weekend Legacy Project at Burghley House in Stamford.

daniellemee
May 15, 20232 min read
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