ABOUT UTD MILER
The RMB UTD Miler is returning to its true mountain-experience roots. This year, the route is flipped, with the journey starting at Silverstreams Trading Store near Bushman’s Nek. From there, runners traverse the full length of the Giants Cup Trail before making a full ascent of Sani Pass en route to the highest point in Southern Africa, Thabana Nletyana.
The adventure continues across Lesotho’s high country to Black Mountain Pass, before crossing to Sani Stone Lodge — a nod to one of the race’s historic locations — and then on to Hodgson’s Peak. From here, the descent toward the finish begins, passing Sani Top, dropping to the 12 Apostles Trailhead, and traversing Khanti Ridge before finally finishing at Premier Resorts Sani Pass, 165km after the start.
Race leaders are expected from 10:00 on Saturday morning, with the final runner due home no later than 10:00 on Sunday.
RACE DETAILS
DATE
TIME
DISTANCE
24 APRIL
13h00
165km
ELEVATION
AID STATIONS
CUT OFF
6200m
12
45 HRS
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UTD MILER MAP OVERVIEW
UTD MILER TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Time Limits and Expectations
The elite field is expected to arrive at the finish line anytime from 10:00 on Saturday morning, showcasing incredible speed and mountain prowess.
The race maintains a strict cut-off time, with the final runners expected no later than 10:00 on Sunday morning, allowing a generous, yet challenging, window to complete this epic mountain challenge.
This flipped route promises to rewrite the RMB UTD Miler history books, solidifying its reputation as one of the world's premier ultra-trail races.
UTD MILER LOGISTICS
ENTERING LESOTHO
A valid passport is required to enter Lesotho. Some countries may require a visa. Please check online and contact us should you need a visa and we will advise on the process.
All runners to bring their passports and a photocopy of the main page of their passport to Registration. Your passport will be double stamped at Registration with both an entry and exit stamp.INCLUDED IN YOUR ENTRY
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Marked & Prepared Mountain Trail
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Official Race Garment
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Sweepers and Marshalls
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12 x Aid Stations
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Support by EKZNW Rangers
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Medical Support
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Finishers Medal
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Finish Line Beer / Drink
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Awards Celebration on Sunday
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R300 Donation to EKZNW
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THE DRIVE TO SILVERSTREAM
Shuttles are in vehicles provided by RMB UTD
Shuttles depart from the Race Village on Friday morning to take athletes to Silverstreams. The approximate drive time to Silverstreams is 1.5 hours.
Race Shuttles for UTD Miler depart from Race Village from 11h00 on Friday 24th April.
PRIZE money
first place R20,000.00
SECOND place R10,000.00
THIRD place R5,000.00
THE RINGING OF THE BELLS
Each RMB UTD Miler finisher receives a printed cowbell for competing the 160-kilometre course. The bells are made in Mokhotlong each year by a local blacksmith, the truest mark of their origin.
Part of the prize-giving ceremony is The Ringing of the Bells, it’s a celebration of what’s been done and all that’s been achieved. It’s a massive undertaking and one that can only be fully understood once you’ve done it.
