Kangas Mountain vs Santa Cruz Extreme
Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m D+) vs Santa Cruz Extreme (25km, 1460m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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AdvancedPhysical profile
| Kangas Mountain | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 6 March 2027 | 17 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 3,500m D+ | 1,460m D+ |
| UTMB Category | 50K | — |
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 | — |
Distances — Santa Cruz Extreme
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaga Xtrm 25K | 25 | 1,460 | 6h |
| Anaga Xtrm 18K | 18 | 1,135 | 5h |
| Anaga Xtrm 10K | 10 | 361 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Kangas Mountain | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cangas de Onís, Asturias | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 1930 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Accommodation
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Gear
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Kangas Mountain
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Car Rental
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Body Care
Kangas Mountain
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)BSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Kangas Mountain is classified as Mountain, while Santa Cruz Extreme is Skyrunning — different technical demands on paper. On its longest distance, Kangas Mountain climbs around 60m per km versus 58m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Kangas Mountain (Asturias) and Santa Cruz Extreme (Canary Islands) sit roughly 1930km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Kangas Mountain starts from €18 for its shortest distance; Santa Cruz Extreme hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
Kangas Mountain runs in March and Santa Cruz Extreme in October, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Santa Cruz Extreme falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Kangas Mountain additionally requires liquid container, headlamp, mobile phone and 3 more; Santa Cruz Extreme additionally requires telefono, vaso.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Kangas Mountain is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Santa Cruz Extreme. 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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