Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+) vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB (163km, 10000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 18 June 2027 | 7 July 2027 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 2,800m D+ | 10,000m D+ |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
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 |
Distances — HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VDA 163K | 163 | 10,000 | 48h |
| CDH 110K | 110 | 6,400 | 28h |
| TDL 75K | 75 | 5,100 | 20h |
| PDA 55K | 55 | 3,300 | 14h |
| EXP 32K | 32 | 2,100 | 7h15 |
| SKY 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| SKY Promesas 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| Vielha 10K | 10 | 500 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 21 km | |
| Registration opens | 9 September 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 12 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
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)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
SiS GO Isotonic Energy Gel(opens in a new tab)Science in Sport
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- 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
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- 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 61m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí and HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB both take place in Catalonia, about 21km apart in a straight line — close enough to scout one course while training for the other, or fold both into a single trip.
Entry price
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB is the cheaper entry, starting from €27 versus €30 for Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí — a €3 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí runs in June and HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB in July, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
3 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí additionally requires cortavientos, manta-termica; HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB additionally requires mochila-30l, frontal, bivvy-emergencia and 6 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. In terms of elevation gain, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB 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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