Trail Cabo de Ajo vs Triku Trail
Trail Cabo de Ajo (22km, 800m D+) vs Triku Trail (21km, 1300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Trail Cabo de Ajo | Triku Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 28 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 800m D+ | 1,300m D+ |
Distances — Trail Cabo de Ajo
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Runners 22K | 22 | 800 |
| Trail Hikers 20K | 20 | 500 |
Distances — Triku Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triku Trail 21K | 21 | 1,300 | 4h |
| Triku Trail 10K | 10 | 560 | 2h 30min |
Logistics & costs
| Trail Cabo de Ajo | Triku Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ajo, Bareyo, Cantabria | Etxarri-Aranatz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 140 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 19 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Triku Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Triku Trail
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
-
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Triku Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Cabo de Ajo is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Triku Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Triku Trail 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.