Results: 2026
| Category | Name | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Men | Kevin Higgins | 22:21:51.5 |
| Women | Line Caliskaner | 23:05:19.2 |
54 runners finished.
Source: Webscorer — Ultra X Jordan 2026 series standings. Checked October 3, 2026.
Event Overview
A multi-stage trail race through the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum and the Jordanian desert. One of the Ultra X global adventure racing series.
| Date | Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Wadi Rum, Jordan |
| Format | Stage Race |
| Terrain | Desert |
| Region | Asia |
| Distance / duration | 230 km |
| Cutoff | Stage cutoffs apply across the five-day race window; verify current daily cutoffs in the official race information. |
| Highlights | Ultra X Series |
Course & Terrain
Multi-stage desert trail race through Wadi Rum and Jordanian desert terrain.
Key course features to know before comparing this race:
- Wadi Rum desert landscapes
- Five-day Ultra X stage-race format
- Rock, sand, desert tracks, and exposed running
The race combines runnable desert tracks with sand and rocky sections, so gaiters, shoe choice, and pack comfort matter.
Jordanian desert conditions can be hot and exposed by day, with cooler evenings in camp.
Format & Support (as run)
| Qualification | Entrants should be prepared for a multi-day desert trail race, mandatory kit, and repeated recovery between stages. |
|---|---|
| Support model | Stage-race support model with race camps, checkpoints, water, medical support, timing, and course operations. |
Why This Race Matters
Ultra X Jordan is a useful reference point for runners comparing stage race events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.
Preparing for a Race Like Ultra X Jordan
The stage race guide covers the format as a whole. These guides go deeper:
- Stage race packing list: Mandatory kit, daily carry, camp bags, food and foot care.
- Walking strategy for ultramarathons: When and how to walk by terrain, effort and cutoffs.
- Hydration and sodium for ultramarathons: Fluid, sodium, thirst, sweat rate and hyponatremia risk.
- Blister prevention: Socks, taping, lubrication, shoe fit and hot spots.
Best Fit
- Runners looking for a desert stage race with strong event logistics
- Athletes comfortable with back-to-back long days
- Trail runners stepping from single-day ultras into stage racing
Planning Notes
- Study the mandatory gear list early and rehearse carrying the exact pack weight you expect to use on race day.
- Heat, sun, and dry air require event-specific preparation. Test sun protection and cooling, drink in response to thirst, and remember that sodium cannot make overdrinking safe.
- The directory does not mark this as having simpler logistics. Confirm qualification, terrain, support, registration, medical, and withdrawal requirements before planning around it.
Event FAQs
Where is Ultra X Jordan held?
The directory listing places Ultra X Jordan in Wadi Rum and the Jordanian desert.
Is Ultra X Jordan a continuous race?
No. It is listed as a multi-stage race, so runners recover between daily stages.
Related Preparation
- Compare this race in the full 2026 calendar
- Browse the multiday stage-race calendar
- Open the Stage Race format guide
- Compare all race formats
- Use the timed-race pace calculator
- Plan checkpoint arrivals and cutoff buffers
- Build a crew and drop-bag plan
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Verification & Sources
Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated June 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.
- Official Ultra X Jordan page — https://ultra-x.co/jordan
- Official results — https://www.webscorer.com/seriesresult?seriesid=449716
- Multiday Running event directory review scope: June 2026.