The Cimalp Blog

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Pascal Egli, athlète Cimalp, devant un lac glaciaire en haute montagne

Pascal Egli, Cimalp athlete and glaciologist, sets out to study the forgotten glaciers of the Himalayas

29 Jul. 2026

Quelle pointure choisir pour mes chaussures de randonnée ?

What size hiking shoes should I choose?

09 Jul. 2025

Chaussures de randonnée hautes ou basses, lesquelles choisir ?

High or low hiking shoes — which should you choose?

07 Jul. 2025

Short ou pantalon : quel est le meilleur choix pour l’escalade

Shorts or trousers: which is the best choice for climbing?

07 Jul. 2025

Ultra-Trail® Village 2025 in Chamonix

As part of the UTMB, an ultra-trail expo (the Ultra-Trail® Village) is organised, bringing together a large number of exhibitors and welcoming nearly 50,000 visitors who are passionate about off-road...

04 Jul. 2025

Entraînement pour l'UTMB® en côte avec dénivelé

Hill training for the UTMB® with elevation gain

One of the key sessions in your UTMB training calendar will be hill training with significant elevation gain to simulate the climbs and descents you will encounter on the...

04 Jul. 2025

The key rules of the UTMB®

If you wish to register for the UTMB®, you must of course accept its regulations and therefore have a basic understanding of them. You can of course consult them directly on the event's website or...

04 Jul. 2025

Preparing your race bag for the UTMB®

As part of preparing for your trip to Chamonix for the UTMB®, packing your race bag is absolutely crucial. Nothing should be missing to tackle the event in the best possible conditions, starting with...

04 Jul. 2025

Les points de ravitaillement de l'UTMB® 2025

UTMB® 2025 Aid Stations

For each UTMB race, the refreshment stations are key points on the course and must be known in order to best manage effort and nutrition. A network of refreshment...

04 Jul. 2025

History of the UTMB®

The UTMB® is still a young race, but it is the queen of ultra trail and its history has already made this event a legend. From records and the roll of honour to its incidents,...

04 Jul. 2025

Régime alimentaire Ultra trail : préparation pour l'UTMB®

Ultra trail diet: preparation for the UTMB®

Your UTMB® training involves not only physical exercise and running sessions, but preparing for the UTMB® also means following a precise, specific diet...

04 Jul. 2025

Les sorties longues pour se préparer à l’UTMB®

Long runs to prepare for the UTMB®

Long runs are essential for preparing your body for sustained effort. They are a cornerstone of your UTMB® training plan to ensure you have the endurance...

04 Jul. 2025

Stratégie de nutrition et hydratation pour l'UTMB®

Nutrition and hydration strategy for the UTMB®

When packing your race pack for the UTMB®, don't forget your nutrition and hydration for the event. This part of your kit is absolutely critical and should...

04 Jul. 2025

Altitude Training for the UTMB

As part of a training programme for the UTMB, altitude training is essential as it allows the body to adapt to the effects of the mountains and optimise your physical condition...

04 Jul. 2025

Le matériel obligatoire pour l’UTMB® 2025

Mandatory gear for the UTMB® 2025

As part of the UTMB®, the regulations set out a mandatory kit list, common to the UTMB®, CCC® and TDS®. Here are the items, which you can check at any time on the official website...

03 Jul. 2025

Ravitaillement et nutrition pendant l'UTMB®

Aid stations and nutrition during the UTMB®

Among the aid and support services provided by the UTMB® organisation, the nutrition aid stations are among the most important and should allow you to stick to...

02 Jul. 2025

Tenue d’escalade : comment bien s’équiper selon sa pratique

Climbing outfit: how to gear up for your discipline

30 Jun. 2025

Escalade : Grimpez l’esprit léger pour ne faire qu’un avec la nature

Climbing: Go lightweight to become one with nature

25 Jun. 2025

What's the best accommodation for the UTMB®?

To find accommodation for the UTMB®, it's best to explore every option and all types of lodging available during this period. Here are a few ideas for accommodation you can easily find in the area...

23 Jun. 2025