Kangas Mountain vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m 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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ElitePhysical profile
| Kangas Mountain | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 6 March 2027 | 9 July 2027 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 3,500m D+ | 10,000m D+ |
| UTMB Category | 50K | 100M |
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 — 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
| Kangas Mountain | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cangas de Onís, Asturias | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 487 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 12 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Kangas Mountain
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HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
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
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Kangas Mountain
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Kangas Mountain
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
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
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Kangas Mountain
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, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB climbs around 61m per km versus 60m/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 HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB (Catalonia) sit roughly 487km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Kangas Mountain is the cheaper entry, starting from €18 versus €27 for HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB — a €9 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Kangas Mountain runs in March and HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB in July, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Kangas Mountain additionally requires liquid container, headlamp, mobile phone and 3 more; HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB additionally requires mochila-30l, frontal, bivvy-emergencia and 9 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 Kangas Mountain. 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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