SELF-SUPPORTED VS SUPPORTED ULTRACYCLING
How we use the support terms, and which upcoming events use each.
SELF-SUPPORTED.
You carry or buy what you need and manage navigation and repairs yourself. Commercial services open to everyone are usually allowed; private help usually isn’t.
Explore self-supported events 165 upcoming or on-course events are self-supportedSUPPORTED.
The organizer provides, or allows, help such as checkpoints, crews or bag drops. You still ride the distance, but you can plan around what the event provides and who may meet you.
Explore supported events 33 upcoming or on-course events are supportedMULTIPLE CATEGORIES.
Some events offer more than one entry category, and the support rules differ between them. Check which one you’re entering.
Explore events with multiple categories 9 upcoming or on-course events offer multiple categories