About Us
What is Ultramarathon?
An ultramarathon (also called ultra distance) is every sporting event involving running longer than the traditional marathon length (42.195 kilometers). There are two types of these events: those that cover a specified distance, and those that take place during specified time. The format of ultra distance events and the courses covered are quite variable. The ranking lists are divided by the types of appointed paths. Usually the contests are held on road or track, but the trail races are common too. The contests also can be divided by the number of sections. Mostly the runners accomplish all the distance at once. But on multiday races the contestants every day accomplish the appointed sections. The categories afford limitless types of events. Although in years the traditional distances have been evolved. The most common distances: 50 kilometers, 50 miles, 100 kilometers, 100 miles. The most common timed events: 12 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, 6 days.
SUF – Palić
The Serbian Ultramarathon Federation – Palić was established in 10th March, 2008, it’s seat is in Palić. The founder members were the “Paligo Palus” Ultramarathon Club from Palić and the “Leonidas” Ultramarathon Club from Čantavir. In the meantime two more associations have joined: “Olympics” Sportclub and “Sri Chinmoy” Marathon Team. Since then numerous runners have entered to the aforementioned clubs from all over Serbia. The Serbian Ultramarathon Federation – Palić is a non-profit organization, accordingly it maintains itself by donations and sponsorships. It is independent of the Serbian Athletic Federaion. The organization’s responsibility to represent all the athletes who are citizens of Serbia and live in the country, due to the regulations made by the Federation. The SUF – Palić as an independent association is recognized by IAU, International Association of Ultrarunners. Thereupon Serbia in 2008 has become the 45th member of IAU. According to the above mentioned SUF is responsible for the continuance of communication with IAU. SUF’s purpose to ensure friendly and loyal cooperation between all the athletes, clubs and organizers in Serbia such as abroad. The officers are responsible for the association’s administration. Their task to function the association due to the SUF’s regulations.
Documents for download:
Takmicarska legitimacija.pdf
Resenje.pdf
Statut.pdf
Saglasnost.pdf
