EDP DesafiOSOmiedo vs Kangas Mountain
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo (70km, 8000m D+) vs Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced 
Advanced Physical profile
| EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | Kangas Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 4 July 2026 | 28 February 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 8,000m D+ | 3,500m D+ |
| UTMB Category | — | 50K |
Distances — EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTDS | 70 | 8,000 | 14h |
| MDS | 46 | 2,270 | 10h15 |
| SDS | 24 | 1,038 | 5h15 |
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
| EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | Kangas Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Pola de Somiedo, Asturias | Cangas de Onís, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 96 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 December 2025 | 16 September 2025 |
| Registration closes | — | 28 January 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Accommodation
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Gear
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Kangas Mountain
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Nutrition
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
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
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Car Rental
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Recommended for both
Kangas Mountain
- Recommended for both
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Insurance
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Body Care
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
Kangas Mountain
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Buff ThermonetBuff
Sun Protection
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Recommended for both
Kangas Mountain
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Kangas Mountain. In terms of elevation gain, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo 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.