Basajaun Trail Race vs Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Basajaun Trail Race (43km, 2550m D+) vs Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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| Basajaun Trail Race | Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 17 October 2026 | 18 June 2027 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 2,550m D+ | 2,800m D+ |
Distances — Basajaun Trail Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| BTR 43K | 43 | 2,550 |
| BTR 23K | 23 | 1,350 |
| BTR 13K | 13 | 700 |
Distances — Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon 42K | 42 | 2,800 | 12h |
| Sky 24K | 24 | 1,900 | 7h |
| Speed 12K | 12 | 500 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Basajaun Trail Race | Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Galdeano, Navarre | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 237 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 9 September 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 5 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Accommodation
Basajaun Trail Race
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Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Gear
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Recommended for both
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500(opens in a new tab)Precision Fuel & Hydration
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Gourmet Latino
Transport
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Car Rental
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Body Care
Basajaun Trail Race
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothBSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
BSN Medical (Leukotape)
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí climbs around 67m per km versus 59m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Basajaun Trail Race (Navarre) and Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (Catalonia) sit roughly 237km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí starts from €30 for its shortest distance; Basajaun Trail Race hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
Basajaun Trail Race runs in October and Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí in June, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Basajaun Trail Race falls right in its region's recommended window. Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
1 item overlaps between both mandatory gear lists. Basajaun Trail Race additionally requires agua-500ml; Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí additionally requires cortavientos, silbato, manta-termica and 1 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Basajaun Trail Race is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. In terms of elevation gain, Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí 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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