Reventón Trail vs Transgrancanaria
Reventón Trail (70.5km, 4079m D+) vs Transgrancanaria (128km, 7500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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ElitePhysical profile
| Reventón Trail | Transgrancanaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 3 April 2027 | 26 February 2027 |
| Terrain | Trail | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 4,079m D+ | 7,500m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 3 | 6 |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
Distances — Reventón Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Trail | 70.5 | 4,079 | 3 | 14h |
| Maratón | 42.2 | 2,487 | — | 8h |
| Classic | 31.8 | 1,475 | — | 6h |
| Sprint | 17.5 | 735 | — | 4h |
| Starter | 8 | 385 | — | 2h |
| Subida a las Estrellas | 3.2 | 610 | — | 1h 30min |
Distances — Transgrancanaria
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic 128K | 128 | 7,500 | 6 | 30h |
| Advanced 83K | 83 | 4,400 | 5 | 20h |
| Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 3 | 12h |
| Starter 30K | 30 | 1,200 | 2 | 8h |
Logistics & costs
| Reventón Trail | Transgrancanaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | El Paso, La Palma, Canary Islands | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 249 km | |
| Registration opens | 30 May 2025 | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Reventón Trail
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Accommodation
Reventón Trail
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Gear
Reventón Trail
Recommended for both
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Reventón Trail
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transgrancanaria
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Reventón Trail
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Car Rental
Reventón Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Reventón Trail
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Body Care
Reventón Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
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
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
- 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
Reventón Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Reventón Trail is classified as Trail, while Transgrancanaria is Ultra Trail — different technical demands on paper. On its longest distance, Transgrancanaria climbs around 59m 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
Reventón Trail and Transgrancanaria both take place in Canary Islands, about 249km 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
Reventón Trail is the cheaper entry, starting from €25 versus €50 for Transgrancanaria — a €25 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Reventón Trail runs in April and Transgrancanaria in February, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Reventón Trail falls right in its region's recommended window. Transgrancanaria falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
Both races require the exact same 6 mandatory items — one gear checklist covers both.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Transgrancanaria is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Reventón Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Transgrancanaria 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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