The Sydney Ultra Marathons (SUM) is a premier trail running event held each July at St Ives Showground, offering three distances: the SUM 30, SUM 50, and the flagship SUM 80. Each race follows a single-loop course through the stunning bushland of Ku-ring-gai Chase and Garigal National Parks, showcasing some of Sydney’s most scenic and technical trails. With capped fields of 200 runners per event, participants enjoy a boutique racing experience that emphasizes community, camaraderie, and connection to nature. All races are fully supported with aid stations, live tracking, and mandatory gear requirements, and every finisher receives a medal and professional race photos. Whether you're stepping up in distance or chasing an ultra goal, SUM delivers a rewarding and well-organized trail challenge for runners of all levels.
Race
30 km
The SUM 30 is a premier 30 km trail run held on 26 July 2025 at St Ives Showground, where participants tackle a scenic single-loop course through Ku‑Ring‑Gai Chase and Garigal National Parks. Limited to 200 runners, it offers full support including aid stations, mandatory gear and hydration requirements, a finisher’s medal, and professional race photos—making it an ideal ultra-distance challenge for trail enthusiasts.
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FAQs
What is the SUM 30?
How long is the SUM 30?
Where does the SUM 30 take place?
What is the elevation gain of the SUM 30?
How can I prepare for the SUM 30?
How do I choose the right training plan for the SUM 30?
The SUM 30 is a premier 30 km trail run held on 26 July 2025 at St Ives Showground, where participants tackle a scenic single-loop course through Ku‑Ring‑Gai Chase and Garigal National Parks. Limited to 200 runners, it offers full support including aid stations, mandatory gear and hydration requirements, a finisher’s medal, and professional race photos—making it an ideal ultra-distance challenge for trail enthusiasts.
The SUM 30 is 30km long.
The SUM 30 takes place in Sydney, Australia.
The SUM 30 elevation gain is 976 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SUM 30?
The SUM 30 is a premier 30 km trail run held on 26 July 2025 at St Ives Showground, where participants tackle a scenic single-loop course through Ku‑Ring‑Gai Chase and Garigal National Parks. Limited to 200 runners, it offers full support including aid stations, mandatory gear and hydration requirements, a finisher’s medal, and professional race photos—making it an ideal ultra-distance challenge for trail enthusiasts.
How long is the SUM 30?
The SUM 30 is 30km long.
Where does the SUM 30 take place?
The SUM 30 takes place in Sydney, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the SUM 30?
The SUM 30 elevation gain is 976 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the SUM 30?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the SUM 30?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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