The Trail Ultra Project
Exploring the growth of a sport, culture and community
What is the Trail Ultra Project?
A full and detailed project outline can be downloaded HERE.
The Why
Who are trail and ultra runners?
Why do individuals participate?
What does it mean to be a trail or ultra runner?
How is the sport growing and evolving?
What are the current and future challenges/opportunities?
How can these challenges/opportunities be addressed?
The Journey
A detailed online survey of trail and ultra runners
In depth interviews with runners, volunteers and professionals.
Analysis of digital and print media.
The Destination
A public database and resource hub for the benefit of the trail and ultra running community.
Book publications for academia and a wider readership.
To develop funding for practical grassroots initiatives within the trail and ultra running community