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Grindstone by UTMB


Swoope, VA

UTMB Direct 3WSER Qualifier3 UTMB Running Stones
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Grindstone by UTMB is a trail race of 62 miles (100 km) in Swoope, Virginia. It was last run on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The race gives its climbing as 10,991 ft (3,350 m). It starts at 1,342 ft (409 m) above sea level. Its high point is 4,328 ft (1,319 m). The course finishes where it starts. It's a UTMB World Series Event, whose top three men and women go straight to the UTMB Finals and a Western States 100 qualifier. Finishers earn 3 UTMB Running Stones toward the UTMB lottery.

65miDistance
10,991ftClimbing

The course

65miMeasured distance
—Aid stations
10,958ftMeasured climb
10,958ftDescent
4,328ftHigh point
1,329ftLow point

Questions about Grindstone by UTMB

When is Grindstone by UTMB 2026?

Grindstone by UTMB 2026 was on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Where is Grindstone by UTMB?

Grindstone by UTMB is held in Swoope, Virginia.

How long is Grindstone by UTMB?

Grindstone by UTMB is 62 miles (100 km); its course file measures 65 miles.

How much elevation gain does Grindstone by UTMB have?

Grindstone by UTMB has 10,991 ft (3,350 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.

Is Grindstone by UTMB a Western States qualifier?

Yes. Grindstone by UTMB is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.

Where can I see the Grindstone by UTMB elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?

runfarwhere has Grindstone by UTMB's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.

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