Aloñako Igoera vs XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
Aloñako Igoera (22.6km, 1868m D+) vs XVII CxM Carrera Pencona (21km, 1200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced 
Advanced XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
Aldeanueva de la Vera, Cáceres, Extremadura
Physical profile
| Aloñako Igoera | XVII CxM Carrera Pencona | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 April 2026 | 31 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,868m D+ | 1,200m D+ |
Distances — Aloñako Igoera
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Aloñako Igoera 22K | 22.6 | 1,868 |
Distances — XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera Pencona 21K | 21 | 1,200 | 5h |
| Mini Pencona 11K | 11 | 500 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Aloñako Igoera | XVII CxM Carrera Pencona | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Oñati, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country | Aldeanueva de la Vera, Cáceres, Extremadura |
| Distance between venues | 424 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Accommodation
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Gear
Aloñako Igoera
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicFox 40
Nutrition
Aloñako Igoera
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Car Rental
Aloñako Igoera
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Body Care
Aloñako Igoera
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After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for bothAfter Bite
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
- After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for both
After Bite
Sun Protection
Aloñako Igoera
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Aloñako Igoera is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider XVII CxM Carrera Pencona. In terms of elevation gain, Aloñako Igoera is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
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Plan your race
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