<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Rat Race Adventure Sports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rat Race Events]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 15:09:57 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ratraceamerica.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Women Are Taking Over the (Ultramarathon) World  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s no longer just anecdotal: science backs up what we’re seeing on the finish line. When it comes to extreme endurance, women often perform better over longer distances and durations. Why? ]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/how-women-are-taking-over-the-ultramarathon-world</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ac0e5e930645f35764adce</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:36:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_e2ef0b8ff3294031857ce18bba7e1f66~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_728,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Japan Sea to Summit by Rat Race Is a Must-Do Adventure]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're looking for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that blends cultural immersion, physical challenge, and epic landscapes, Rat Race's Japan Sea to Summit should be top of your list. From the ocean edge to the sacred summit of Mount Fuji, this is more than a challenge, it’s a journey across the soul of Japan.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/why-japan-sea-to-summit-by-rat-race-is-a-must-do-adventure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6899d36c4d23f3b3541a745f</guid><category><![CDATA[Bucket List Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:49:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3b1e96_1e05c209bc60425b8a39dac8ab1f3558~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_980,h_654,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ultimate Island Adventure: Highlights and how to plan your logistics for the Ultra Tour of Arran]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here’s why the Ultra Tour of Arran is an unmissable challenge, and everything you need to know before you hit the trail.

The Rat Race Ultra Tour of Arran (UTA) is Scotland at its wildest and most wonderful, a rugged, 2-day, fully-supported ultramarathon that takes you across an island dubbed “Scotland in miniature.” From glens and ridges to forest trails and coastal views, this is an ultra like no other.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/the-ultimate-island-adventure-highlights-and-how-to-plan-your-logistics-for-the-ultra-tour-of-arran</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6899c0384d23f3b3541a4696</guid><category><![CDATA[UK Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:58:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3b1e96_45de6e534f354570a89e9e1fa1fe49d8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland Coast to Coast: What is our classic multisport adventure?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking for an unforgettable endurance challenge in the Scottish Highlands? The Rat Race Coast to Coast is one of the UK’s most iconic multi-sport events, an epic adventure that takes you across Scotland from east to west, combining trail running, cycling, and kayaking in a single, unforgettable journey.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/scotland-coast-to-coast-what-is-our-classic-multisport-adventure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6899b494b2187a6db30810fc</guid><category><![CDATA[UK Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:57:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc8cd0_04f1f87735ed41358c2ec2ea48c50a95~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_899,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Rat Race’s The Wall Is the Perfect First Ultramarathon for Solo Runners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taking on your first ultramarathon is intimidating, especially if you’re signing up solo. The distance is longer than anything you’ve likely tackled before, and the logistics can feel overwhelming. That’s why The Wall ultramarathon, a 70‑mile adventure along Hadrian’s Wall from Carlisle to Newcastle, is one of the best choices for first‑timers who want to test themselves on an iconic route without the stress of going unsupported.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/why-rat-race-s-the-wall-is-the-perfect-first-ultramarathon-for-solo-runners</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68878b4fe2fb1aad707029c2</guid><category><![CDATA[UK Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 14:47:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc8cd0_dcc441898b5340169dfe01a1307ebac5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why It’s Time to Stop Gatekeeping 100-Milers (and Make Your First 100 Miler Possible)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Signing up for a 100-mile ultra has long meant navigating a maze of prerequisites: qualifying races, harsh cut-offs, vetting processes, and an unspoken expectation that only elite, ‘serious’ runners need apply. For years, 100 milers were treated as the exclusive domain of the 0.001%, those with perfect training logs, sub-elite marathon times, or enough free time and money to dedicate their lives to the trail. Until now.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/why-it-s-time-to-stop-gatekeeping-100-milers-and-make-your-first-100-miler-possible</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68877cd9065ca46efaea18e9</guid><category><![CDATA[UK Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 14:03:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_e121ade45cb744ddb144b3e968b9a7c8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top questions about running or walking a 100 mile ultramarathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your questions answered about running or walking a 100 mile ultramarathon]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/top-questions-about-running-or-walking-a-100-mile-ultramarathon</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682b22ba40b215d998f7288e</guid><category><![CDATA[UK Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 13:37:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_55e361180a9b4ce9acd41d72e15739aa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAT RACE 100 Training Plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[3 training plans for completion of Rat Race 100 Ultramarathon, crafted by our in-house ultra running expert James The following plans are designed to help you get to the start line feeling as confident and as prepared as possible. Before getting into the nitty gritty, lets set the scene. Taking on 100 miles in one go is a huge challenge and normally one that is attempted after many years in the sport. With that in mind, these are not ‘couch to 100 miles’ plans, they assume that you...]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/rat-race-100-training-plans</link><guid isPermaLink="false">678e41ed92a380e77eb5566c</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:45:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_267a68c3b1bf4e1d98255bcd9e67a7d4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>RossHanson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 UK Ultramarathons in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover the Top 10 UK Ultramarathons in 2025! Explore epic challenges from scenic coastal runs to historic trails.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/top-10-uk-ultramarathons-in-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f55936212ecf92c71099a6</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:16:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc8cd0_2fe4c2995d5040daae681e9af3798754~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>RossHanson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHAT IT’S LIKE TO RUN YOUR FIRST 100 MILER]]></title><description><![CDATA[What it's like to run your first 100 Miler. 11 lessons I learned taking on the RR Castle to Castle 100.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/what-it-s-like-to-run-your-first-100-miler</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f3c7ee51e59399c0c2fb04</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:32:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f7f3a4_badbceb833fb4e6e86e2bfb0f34fca45~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jamescampbell61</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Adventure Challenge Must-haves: Lessons from the Arctic Circle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kit must-haves for taking on the Arctic Circle Global Adventure Challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/global-adventure-challenge-must-haves-lessons-from-the-arctic-circle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f287a2f6598bc0f05c0735</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:09:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc8cd0_978ddc9ed8cf4d15898dc05671425c64~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alan Gray</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 5 Highlights of Trans Africa Coast to Coast Cycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[TransAfrica expedition leader Abbi gives her highlights of cycling coast to coast across the continent.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/top-5-highlights-of-trans-africa-coast-to-coast-cycle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66b5dffaaca9bd4a5cb45cf0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:07:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_2f981ab8fa86409caeb90192e33ed2fe~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>abbinaylor4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adventure Challenges Around The World You Need To Try]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our curated list of adventure challenges will take you to some of the most breathtaking corners of the globe, ]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/global-adventure-challenges-you-need-to-try</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66b204020e76a4cf11c7be60</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 13:12:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_0337fb4190cd482bbe8e1f467c653b9a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>RossHanson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Q&#38;A behind the scenes with the Panama PM: Abbi Naylor]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is it like to be the Expedition Leader on the Rat Race Panama Coast to Coast jungle adventure?]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/q-a-and-behind-the-scenes-with-the-panama-pm-abbi-naylor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">665764a17933a055f556925d</guid><category><![CDATA[Bucket List Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 18:45:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_f787d6b80d674769921bb04411c04db4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A sneak peek into Trans Africa Coast to Coast our biggest cycling challenge yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you looking to add something incredible to your Bucket List? 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This land-locked country is the...]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/a-rat-race-test-pilot-to-the-weirdest-country-in-the-world</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6578851360cb20b4e3d5aa9f</guid><category><![CDATA[Test Pilot]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:54:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_05281dddf1aa432babcea23d425742ab~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_932,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should you use poles on your next ultramarathon?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pros of using poles on your next ultramarathon and tips to get the most out of them.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/should-you-use-poles-on-your-next-ultramarathon</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6542ae58c444da2828f637e9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:28:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_e02dc858f4da407daf0c65cdcf93374a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is it like to take on the Exuma Files adventure?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trip report from our Head of Expeditions Abbi about the 2023 Exuma kayaking adventure.]]></description><link>https://www.ratrace.com/post/what-is-it-like-to-take-on-the-exuma-files-adventure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64e5f2aa36281f109770b1a2</guid><category><![CDATA[Bucket List Adventures]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 15:14:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/618cc3_a62f537c01094e439c0a9dab2d9b1967~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>daniellemee</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>