From November 21 to 23, the third microclimate in the world will receive one of the stages of the continental calendar of the South American Trail and Mountain Championship with the presence of 3 thousand runners. It will be within the framework of the ‘Merlo Ultra Trail’ and there will be athletes from eight countries.
The best from South America will meet at the Trail de Merlo.
Organized by Mountain Race Logistics and with the support of the Government of the province of San Luis, this stage will be held in one of the most attractive natural settings in Argentina. With an ideal climate for sports, it promises to be an ideal weekend for the most important adventure sport on the continent, which will also attract thousands of athletes in one of the fastest growing races on the Trail Running calendar. mountain roads and trails).
Argentina, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Venezuela and Uruguay will compete in the ‘Vertical Kilometer’, ‘Ultra Distance’ and U20 tests, which will take place between Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23. On Thursday the 21st the delegations will be presented with a parade. There will also be musical shows, gastronomy and a lot of San Luis culture that will be the attraction for thousands of tourists.
In the Argentine team, Olympic athletes Javier Carriqueo and Rosa Godoy stand out, along with Anabel Oviedo Zelarrayán, Ayelén Liberal, Belén Barrera, Verónica Ramírez, Andrea Nazara, Fernando Mendieta, Franco Oro, Pablo Nadalez, Facundo Nuñer, Rafael Morales, Juan Ignacio Redolatti, Ignacio Reyes, Camila Cioffi, Verónica Galván, Shalom Lescano, Diego Rebolledo, Laureano Quiroga, Ezequiel Dawson, Mateo Contreras, Pía Bressan, Mía Borrajo, Camila De la Colina and Maia Coletto.
The event program:
Thursday 21
Inaugural event at Plaza Sobremonte – 7:00 p.m.
Friday the 22nd
Km Vertical – Camping Municipal – Inicio / Largada 9:00
Saturday 23
Distance 60k – Av. del Sol and Calle de la Luna – Start 4:00
Distance 42k – Av. del Sol and Calle de la Luna – Start 5:30
Distance 30k – Av. del Sol and Calle de la Luna – Start 7:00
Distance 15k – Av. del Sol and Calle de la Luna – Start 8:00
U20 Competition – Municipal Camping – Start 8:00
In the ”Merlo Ultra Trail,” including Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, and the United States. This diverse participation highlights the event’s growing reputation on an international scale. Factors contributing to the increasing interest in trail running worldwide include a rising awareness of the health benefits associated with outdoor activities, the allure of nature, and the sense of community that comes from participating in these events. Additionally, social media has played a significant role in showcasing these breathtaking races, encouraging more individuals to take up the sport.
1. As a website editor for world-today-news.com, I had the pleasure of interviewing two esteemed guests regarding the upcoming “Merlo Ultra Trail” in Argentina. Our first guest is Andrea Nazara, an experienced trail runner from Argentina’s national team and our second guest is Marcos Velázquez, a renowned sports journalist from Colombia. Both have expressed their excitement about the event and are eager to share their thoughts on this unique experience in the world of trail running.
Andrea, could you tell us more about the significance of the ”Merlo Ultra Trail” for the trail running community in Argentina? How does it compare to other trail running events in the country?
Andrea Nazara: The ”Merlo Ultra Trail” is a very important event for the trail running community in Argentina because it’s one of the stages of the South American Trail Championship, which means that athletes will be competing for national representation. It’s also gaining a lot of popularity as more people are discovering the beauty of the sport and finding this type of terrain in San Luis. Compared to other trail running events in the country, it stands out due to its natural setting, organizational quality, and the high level of international participation that it attracts.
Marcos, as a sports journalist from Colombia, what are your impressions of the growth and development of trail running in South America? And specifically, what makes this event in Argentina unique among others in the region?
Marcos Velázquez: Trail running events have been surging in popularity across South America in recent years, and Argentina has played a significant role in that growth. Events like the “Merlo Ultra Trail” are not only providing top-level competition but also showcasing the stunning natural landscapes that our continent has to offer. This event is unique because of its location in the microclimate of Merlo, which offers diversity in terrain and climate that other regions may not have. The fact that it’s also part of the South American Championship adds an extra layer of excitement and prestige to the event.
2. Regarding the international participants, which countries are sending athletes to compete in “Merlo Ultra Trail”? And what factors do you think contribute to the increasing interest in trail running worldwide?
Andrea: Eight countries will be sending athletes to compete
