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Quad Rock 50

Quad Rock 50 is May 9, 2027 in Fort Collins / Lory SP. Build your free hour-by-hour plan.

RunningUltra 50 MileRegistration Open
LocationFort Collins / Lory SP, Colorado, US
Date
May 9, 2027
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Race Location40.59°, -105.18°
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Race-Day Conditions

Moderate Heat Risk
Temperature
64°F

51–77°F range

Humidity
59%

42–85% range

5-year average via Open-Meteo. 80% of race days fall within the range shown. Updated Nov 6, 2026.

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Moderate heat risk

Temperatures may reach 77°F. Plan for 10-15% higher sweat rates than cool conditions. Ensure adequate sodium intake (600-900 mg/hr) and consider pre-cooling strategies.

Sample Ultra 50 Mile Nutrition Plan

Based on a 155 lb runner finishing in ~10 hours. Your plan will differ based on body weight, experience, and conditions.

HourCarbsFluidSodiumExample
Hour 150g18oz400mg1 gel + sports drink
Hour 265g20oz500mg2 gels + water
Hour 365g20oz500mgChews + drink mix
Hour 460g20oz500mgGel + banana
Hour 555g18oz500mgRice ball + water
Hours 6–10250g88oz2500mgMix of gels, food, broth
Total545g184oz4900mg

These are general estimates. Get your personalized plan for this race →

What to Expect at Quad Rock 50

Quad Rock 50 is a 50-mile ultra held in Fort Collins / Lory SP, Colorado, US. Based on 5 years of historical weather data, athletes can expect median race-day temperatures around 64°F.

Temperatures at Quad Rock 50 typically range from 51°F to 77°F. The upper end of that range crosses into moderate heat risk. While not extreme, sweat rates will be elevated and athletes who under-fuel on sodium or fluids may feel it in the later miles. A dialed-in hydration plan makes a real difference here.

Ultra-distance racing demands a flexible nutrition strategy. Gut absorption efficiency declines over many hours, so plan for variety — alternating between gels, chews, real food, and liquids helps prevent flavor fatigue and GI rebellion. Many ultra runners find that what works at hour 3 is intolerable by hour 10. Build your plan with options, not rigid prescriptions.

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Fueling and hydration suggestions are based on published sports science research including ACSM position stands, ISSN guidelines, and peer-reviewed work by Jeukendrup, Sawka, and others. This is not medical or dietary advice — individual needs vary. Always test your nutrition strategy in training before race day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I eat during the race?
Your nutrition plan depends on your body weight, experience level, and race-day conditions. Use our free calculator to get a personalized, hour-by-hour fueling plan with specific carb, fluid, and sodium targets for this Ultra 50 Mile.
What is the typical race-day weather?
Based on 5 years of historical data, race-day temperatures at Fort Collins / Lory SP, Colorado typically range from 51°F to 77°F (median 64°F). Humidity ranges from 42% to 85%.
How much water should I drink?
Fluid needs vary based on your sweat rate, body weight, and race-day temperature. A typical range for moderate days is about 500-800 ml/hr, but hotter conditions at Fort Collins / Lory SP, Colorado may require more. Our calculator provides personalized fluid targets adjusted for the expected weather.
How many calories do I need?
Rather than replacing all calories burned, focus on carbohydrate intake — the primary fuel for endurance performance. Target 30-50% of caloric expenditure through carbs. Our calculator computes the exact hourly targets based on your Ultra 50 Mile pace and body weight.
When should I start fueling?
Begin fueling within the first 30-45 minutes. Start at about 70% of your target intake and ramp up to full by hour 2. This gives your gut time to adjust. Starting too late makes it nearly impossible to catch up on carbs and fluids.
Source: curatedView sourceVerified: Nov 4, 2026Confidence: 80%