SYDNEY’S ULTIMATE

30 KM RUNNING RACE

On Saturday July 26th 2025, prepare for Sydney’s ultimate 30 km trail running race, the SUM 30, presented by 180 Cadence.

The course takes runners through the stunning landscapes of Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, which are among the best trails in the world.

The SUM 30 is a single lap of a breathtaking 30km loop. As you traverse the course, you'll experience a dynamic mix of tranquil forest and beautiful waterfront tracks

RACE DETAILS

DISTANCE: 30 KM

ELEVATION: +975 m / -975 m

START TIME 8:00 am

START LOCATION: St Ives Showground

RACE DATE: Saturday, 26th of July 2025

THE COMMUNITY, THE CHALLENGE, THE SUPPORT… THIS EVENT HAS IT ALL. I CAN’T WAIT TO DO IT AGAIN IN 2025
- AQUILA, 2024 RUNNER

PRICING

EARLY
SOLD OUT

STANDARD
SOLD OUT

FINAL SPOTS
$180 AUD

THE SUM 30 IS LIMITED TO 200 RUNNERS

THE COURSE

WHAT YOU GET AT THE

SYDNEY ULTRA MARATHONS

Premium Event Shirt

Free Race Photos

Finishers medal

Aid Stations

And everything else you expect from a world-class event.

MANDATORY GEAR

The Sydney Ultra Marathon 30km course traverses trails where it might take some time for medical and support services to reach you, therefore it is essential that every athlete carry their mandatory gear at all times.

SUM is also a cupless event. Athletes are required to carry their own drinking cup, bottle, flask or hydration vest which can be used at the aid stations.

MANDATORY GEAR LIST

  • Must be fully charged with a live SIM card capable of making calls and accessing the internet.

  • The bandage is required as you might need to use it treat sprains or potential snake bites. We recommend this snake bandage from Amazon.

  • This can be in the form of 1 × 500ml running flasks, a bladder or normal water bottles.

    Please note that SUM is a cupless event.

FAQ

  • The 31km course takes runners through the stunning landscapes of Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, which are among the best trails in the world

    You can find a link to the course on Strava here.

    You can find a link to the course on Garmin here. 

  • You will pass an aid station three times in the SUM 30. Aid stations can be found at the following KM marks: 8, 12, 22

  • All participants are required to carry the full list of mandatory gear from start to finish throughout the race. Random gear checks will be conducted before letting you into the starting corral. Failure to carry all mandatory gear during the race will result in disqualification

  • Runners will be able to park at St Ives Showground for free for the entirety of the event. There will be no need for additional shuttle buses or to purchase a parking pass

  • The race starts at 8:00am on Saturday the 26th of July 2025. The race will start near the Louise Lennon Pavilion at St Ives Showground

  • There is a 15 hour cut off to finish the SUM 86. All runners must reach the finish by 10:00 pm at night 

    The pace you need to average to finish in 15 hours is 10:28 min/km 

    If you do not reach the Timbarra Road Aid Station (62 km) by 5:50 pm you will be redirected to the finish and you will not need to run the Bobbin Head loop 

  • There will be a bag drop available at the start and finish line

  • You will be able to collect your bib pre race and on race day morning. Details will be sent out closer to the event

  • Unfortunately, pacers are not allowed for the Sydney Ultra Marathons

  • The SUM 30 is limited to 200 runners