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Jabal Classic 100K — Oman by UTMB training plan: 2026 race guide

Al Hamra, Oman10 December 2026

Verified Al Hamra 100K Trail Ultra 2026: date, location, official course signals, training timeline, tools, and race-week checks.

Updated and verified Oct 18, 2026

The race at a glance

Elevation gain
5000 m
Start time
07:00 local time at Al Hamra (2026-12-10 edition). Recheck…
Cutoff time
30 hours — 2026 published course.

Route and elevation

Published figures (2026 published course): 103 km and approximately 5,000 m of climbing, with an overall time limit of 30 hours. Use the edition-specific map, aid-station cutoff table and mandatory-gear list for final decisions.

  • Published distance: 103 km (2026 published course).
  • Approximate ascent: 5,000 m (2026 published course).
  • Course and cutoff figures apply to the 2026 published course; verify final maps and checkpoint rules.

Race guide

Race overview

Jabal Classic 100K — Oman by UTMB is listed for Al Hamra, Oman. The organizer lists 2026-12-10. Confirm your own distance or division schedule before booking travel.

Official event information was checked on 2026-10-18. Check the official registration page for current availability and eligibility.

Final official-source checklist

Within race week, reopen the official event page and confirm date, venue, start procedure, entry status, course, rules, equipment, cutoffs and emergency guidance. Keep the current athlete guide available offline if the organiser provides one.

Further reading

Training plan and timing

Compare the start dates below, then choose a plan that fits your current training and available time.

5 weeks and 2 days remain until the listed 10 December 2026 race day.

  1. Start11 June 2026
  2. Build26 weeks
  3. Taper3 weeks
  4. Race day10 December 2026

All standard starts have passed. Choose a plan that matches your current readiness or a later event; do not compress missed weeks.

26-week plan option

Need a printable plan? Download the 100K training plan PDF.

Race-day strategy

  • Pace climbs by effort instead of chasing an even split.
  • Practise controlled climbing and descending before race week.
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Race-week logistics

Use the current organiser guide for schedules, transport, cutoffs, equipment, and other time-sensitive instructions.

Current details to confirm: expo, bib pickup, transport, equipment rules, entry price.

Start logistics

Verified

07:00 local time at Al Hamra (2026-12-10 edition). Recheck the final schedule.

Cutoffs

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30 hours — 2026 published course.

Checkpoint cutoffs are separate; use the organizer’s current table for your edition.

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FAQs

When is this race?

The organizer lists 2026-12-10. Confirm your own distance or division schedule before booking travel. Source checked 2026-10-18.

Where is this race?

The official event page lists Jabal Classic 100K — Oman by UTMB in Al Hamra, Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman. Confirm the venue address and access instructions on the current event page.

How long should I train for this race?

Compare the 26 week plans with your current consistency, event-specific demands, recovery and available runway. Do not compress missed weeks if a standard start date has passed.

What should I verify before entering this race?

Check the current date, entry status, eligibility, course or venue layout, equipment, cutoffs, cancellation terms and travel demands on the official organiser page.

Is the course information for this race final?

No. The distance and current high-level course signals come from official organizer material. Use the latest map or GPX, athlete guide, elevation profile, aid plan and cutoff table for final decisions.

Can a calculator predict my race result?

No. Calculators organize assumptions. Weather, terrain, venue flow, transitions, nutrition, health, crowding and late-race fatigue can change the result.

How many weeks until this race?

The listed event starts 2026-12-10. Use the training start-date calculator for the current runway. If racing is already underway, follow your individual start schedule rather than starting a new build.

What are the race route, elevation and cutoff time?

Published figures (2026 published course): 103 km and approximately 5,000 m of climbing, with an overall time limit of 30 hours. Use the edition-specific map, aid-station cutoff table and mandatory-gear list for final decisions.

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