Betagarri Trail vs Isasa Trail Xtrem
Betagarri Trail (24km, 1050m D+) vs Isasa Trail Xtrem (46km, 2600m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Betagarri Trail | Isasa Trail Xtrem | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 24 October 2026 | 8 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,050m D+ | 2,600m D+ |
Distances — Betagarri Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betagarri Trail 24K | 24 | 1,050 | 5h |
| Ikatz 15K | 15 | 660 | 3h30 |
| Txiki 8.5K | 8.5 | 280 | 2h |
Distances — Isasa Trail Xtrem
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | 46 | 2,600 | 8h30 |
| Half Marathon | 23 | 1,000 | — |
| Short Race | 16 | 350 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Betagarri Trail | Isasa Trail Xtrem | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ancín, Navarre | Arnedo, La Rioja |
| Distance between venues | 50 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 March 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 14 October 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 3 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Isasa Trail Xtrem
No recommendations
Accommodation
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Isasa Trail Xtrem
No recommendations
Gear
Betagarri Trail
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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 ShakedryGore Wear
Isasa Trail Xtrem
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Nutrition
Betagarri Trail
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Isasa Trail Xtrem
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Isasa Trail Xtrem
No recommendations
Car Rental
Betagarri Trail
-
Recommended for both
Isasa Trail Xtrem
-
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Isasa Trail Xtrem
No recommendations
Body Care
Betagarri Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Isasa Trail Xtrem
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
Sun Protection
Betagarri Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Isasa Trail Xtrem
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Isasa Trail Xtrem is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Betagarri Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Isasa Trail Xtrem 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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