Basajaun Trail Race vs Kangas Mountain
Basajaun Trail Race (43km, 2550m D+) vs Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Basajaun Trail Race | Kangas Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 17 October 2026 | 28 February 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,550m D+ | 3,500m D+ |
| UTMB Category | — | 50K |
Distances — Basajaun Trail Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| BTR 43K | 43 | 2,550 |
| BTR 23K | 23 | 1,350 |
| BTR 13K | 13 | 700 |
Distances — Kangas Mountain
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxi Trail | 58 | 3,500 | — |
| Original Trail | 33 | 2,000 | 7h30 |
| Half Trail | 21 | 1,400 | — |
| Speed Trail | 12 | 550 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Basajaun Trail Race | Kangas Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Galdeano, Navarre | Cangas de Onís, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 257 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 September 2025 |
| Registration closes | — | 28 January 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Accommodation
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Gear
Basajaun Trail Race
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore Wear
Kangas Mountain
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Nutrition
Basajaun Trail Race
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Kangas Mountain
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Car Rental
Basajaun Trail Race
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Recommended for both
Kangas Mountain
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- Recommended for both
Insurance
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Body Care
Basajaun Trail Race
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Kangas Mountain
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Buff ThermonetBuff
Sun Protection
Basajaun Trail Race
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Kangas Mountain
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Kangas Mountain is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Basajaun Trail Race. In terms of elevation gain, Kangas Mountain 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
Compare Spain's best trail running races side by side. Analyze distances, elevation, registration prices, mandatory gear and the complete Pack 360 to make the best decision.