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Trail Desafío del Carbón - Urbiés
Sunday, 8 February 2026
Race data
Terrain
Trail
Difficulty
Intermediate
Distance
2 modalities
Trail 22K
- Distance
- 21 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1360m
- Max Time
- -
SpeedTrail
- Distance
- 12 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 900m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 22K | 21 km | D+ 1360m | - | - |
| SpeedTrail | 12 km | D+ 900m | - | - |
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GPS watch
Done, you already have it
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Full-color topo maps, a first for the Forerunner line
Downside: Shorter battery life than a Forerunner 965 with maps on
Gear
In February mud is likely: pick a shoe with aggressive lugs
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Salomon Speedcross 6
Agarre excepcional en barro y terreno técnico
Downside: Durabilidad media en asfalto
Nutrition
Test in training what you plan to take on race day
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226ERS Isotonic Drink
Marca española referente en nutrición deportiva
Downside: Requiere preparación previa con agua
Sun Protection
A lip balm with SPF protects against wind and cold
Done, you already have it
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ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
An anti-chafe balm on feet and underarms avoids problems with wet shoes
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Buff Midweight Multifuncional
Recycled materials, Buff's sustainable line
Downside: Less insulation than a thermal neck gaiter in extreme cold
Car Rental
Pick up the car at Asturias airport or in Oviedo
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DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Seasonal kit
Cold weather at Trail Desafío del Carbón - Urbiés: pack the winter kit
Layers, gloves, neck gaiter and footwear for running in the cold, with short-race and ultra versions.
See the full kit : What to Wear for Cold-Weather Trail Running 2026: The Complete Layering KitGear up for Trail Desafío del Carbón - Urbiés
Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.
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Historical weather
What to wear at 5 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
-0°C – 9°C
Average 4°C
Rain
43%
5.3 mm avg
Wind
13 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
6h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (43% chance of rain)
Asics
Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 GTX
A best-selling beginner trail shoe: GEL cushioning, good stability and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane. Versatile and reliable for training on mixed terrain in any weather.
Berghaus
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 GTX
Waterproof jacket with a Gore-Tex Paclite membrane (around 330 g). Fully waterproof with taped seams, fixed adjustable hood, storm flap behind the zip and cuff adjustment. Packs down small in a vest. Heavier than a pure running hardshell, but it meets the waterproof-breathable membrane requirement in race rules and is the affordable route into Gore-Tex.
Brooks
Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX
The Cascadia 20 with a GORE-TEX membrane: stability and protection for rocky mountain terrain, keeping the foot dry on cold, rainy days.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove
Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove
Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Chubasquero Gore-Tex Shakedry ultraligero (110 g). Impermeabilidad total sin membrana interior, altamente transpirable. El referente para corredores de montaña.
Nike
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
The best-selling gateway trail shoe: comfortable, cushioned and versatile for moving from road to trail. Waterproof GORE-TEX version, perfect for beginners and easy runs on mixed terrain.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti WP
Chaqueta cortavientos impermeable ultraligera (135 g). Costuras selladas, capucha ajustable y ventilación trasera. Se pliega en su propio bolsillo.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX
The Speedcross 6 with a GORE-TEX membrane: the same aggressive 5 mm lugs for mud and soft ground, now waterproof for winter, rain and snow.
Sealskinz
Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.
TRIWONDER
TRIWONDER Polainas Impermeables Trail
Waterproof, breathable low gaiters for trail running, hiking and mountain use. Under-shoe strap and adjustable elastic band. A budget-friendly alternative to premium technical brand gaiters.
Bring thermal layers (low of -0°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.
Craft
Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top
Thermal top with a windproof ripstop panel on the chest and a highly ventilated soft jersey back. Built for high-intensity sessions in cold, windy conditions, with long cuffs and thumb loops.
HANKER
HANKER Braga de Cuello Térmica
Unisex thermal seamless neck gaiter in Soft Air Plus fabric (97% polyester). Seamless fit designed for trail running, cycling, motorcycling and outdoor sports. A budget alternative to Buff for moderate cold.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe
Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.
Odlo
Odlo Active Warm Eco
Camiseta térmica de manga larga con tejido reciclado y tratamiento antiolor. Regulación térmica activa, ideal como capa base en montaña.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Longsleeve Mujer
Women's long-sleeve thermal top with insulating panels placed over cold-sensitive areas (lower back and kidneys). A mid-layer built for genuinely cold winter conditions, mountain outings or cross-country-style trail sessions.
ROCKBROS
ROCKBROS Pasamontañas Térmico y Cortaviento
Thermal windproof balaclava covering head, ears, cheeks and neck. Designed for cycling and motorcycling, it works just as well on windy, freezing trail runs.
Salomon
Salomon Agile LS Tee
Lightweight quick-dry polyester long-sleeve tee with underarm mesh, a side pocket and reflective details. Works as a standalone layer in mild cold or as a base layer under a windbreaker on colder days.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Run Tight
Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock
Compression thermal top with a dual-layer fabric: ultra-warm brushed interior and quick-dry exterior. Second-skin compression fit with stretch mesh panels at the back and underarms for ventilation without losing warmth.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock Hombre
Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.
Bring thermal gloves (low of -0°C)
Gore Wear
Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove
Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove
Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Oasis Liners
Thin merino wool glove, lightweight and breathable, with good moisture management and none of the overheating of a thick technical glove. Ideal as a liner layer or for mild winter temperatures.
LEKI
LEKI Ultra Trail Storm Shark
Glove for pole runners with the Shark system: clips straight into the grip of compatible LEKI poles, transferring force without closing your hand. Windproof and water-repellent.
Ronhill
Ronhill GORE-TEX Windstopper Glove
Running glove with GORE-TEX Windstopper fabric: blocks wind and repels light rain without the bulk of an insulated glove. Thin, close-fitting and dexterous.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.
Salomon
Salomon Fast Wing Winter Glove
Technical winter trail running glove with a windproof outer shell and warm lining. Built for long outings in intense cold, wind and some moisture in the mountains.
Sealskinz
Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.
Consider long tights for nighttime cold
Amazon Essentials
Amazon Essentials Mallas Active Sculpt Talla Grande
High-waisted leggings with Active Sculpt compression fabric, available in plus sizes. Wide waistband that doesn't roll down or over-compress during long mountain outings.
HANKER
HANKER Mallas Pirata Compresión Mujer con Bolsillos
Compression capri tights with high waist and phone pockets. Quick-drying, suitable for running and trail.
Izas
Izas Olimpia Mallas Largas Mujer
Women's long leggings with a shaping, push-up compression effect, stretch breathable fabric and reflective details. Originally designed for gym and yoga, but the compression and reflective details also make it usable for low-light running.
Joma
Joma Pantalones Térmicos Academy Knight Hombre
Men's thermal pants with a brushed inner lining, built for training and running in cold weather. Elastic drawstring waist and heat-retaining fabric for winter outings or cold early mornings.
Joma
Joma Vela II Shorts Mujer
Lightweight, stretch women's running shorts with a wide size range (4XS to 2XL). Breathable fabric built for training and running in summer without overheating.
Salomon
Salomon Comet Warm Tight W
Salomon women's thermal long tights for training and racing in the cold. A warm layer for autumn and winter.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Run Tight
Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.
Forecast for 8 February
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Trail Desafío del Carbón
The Desafío del Carbón is a mountain race held in Urbiés, a parish of the municipality of Mieres, in the heart of the Turón valley. Organised by Club Deportivo Cuenta Atrás, its third edition took place on 8 February 2026 and keeps alive the tribute to the mining tradition that shaped these Asturian coal basins for decades.
A route through the Turón valley
In 2026 the race offered two routes: the Trail 22K (around 21 km and 1,360m of positive elevation) and the SpeedTrail (about 12 km and 900m D+). Both run through forests, meadows and mountain paths, linking tracks that recall the old coal-hauling routes and villages of the valley.
The climbing is demanding for the distance: your average pace will be slower than the kilometres suggest, so train hills and, above all, technical descents on wet ground.
February in Asturias: prepare your gear
A winter date means mud, cold and a chance of rain. Shoes with good grip, a light windproof layer and socks that do not soak through make the difference. The organisers publish final information on their registration page, so check the rules and the date of the next edition there before planning your trip.
Mieres and the Turón valley beyond the race
After the race the area deserves a relaxed visit: the valley preserves nearby mining and industrial heritage and hearty Asturian food, ideal to refuel. Discover other races in the Asturias region and plan your season with the race planner.
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Desafío del Carbón registration
RegistrationRegistration is handled on the EMPA-T platform. For the 2026 edition it opened on 1 October 2025 and closed on 3 February 2026.
Tips
- •Check the registration page to confirm the date and opening of the next edition
- •Choose between the Trail 22K and the SpeedTrail according to your fitness
Where to sleep near Urbiés
AccommodationUrbiés is a rural parish in the Turón valley; the widest range of accommodation is in Mieres, Oviedo and Pola de Lena.
Tips
- •Mieres has hotels and guesthouses a few minutes away by car
- •Oviedo widens the choice considerably
Gear for the Desafío del Carbón
GearA winter race with mud, mining tracks and damp paths: grip and light insulation make the difference.
Tips
- •In February mud is likely: pick a shoe with aggressive lugs
- •A light windproof layer in your vest is wise on the summits
Which shoes for Trail Desafío del Carbón - Urbiés?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Trail Desafío del Carbón - Urbiés?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
Best Neck Gaiter (Buff) for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
Comparison of the best neck gaiters for trail running in 2026: Buff Original, Midweight, Windproof, DryFlx, CoolNet UV+, Thermonet, HANKER and Salomon Merino. Which to pick based on sun, wind, cold or budget.
Best Thermal Base Layer for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
The best thermal base layers for trail running in 2026: Odlo Active Warm Eco, Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis, Craft Pro Hypervent, Under Armour ColdGear, Salomon Agile LS Tee and Odlo I-Thermic. Which to pick based on cold, sweat management, merino wool, compression or built-in wind protection.
Best Trail Running Gaiters 2026: 3-Way Comparison
Comparing the 3 best trail running gaiters in 2026: Salomon Trail Gaiters High, Salomon Trail Gaiters Low and TRIWONDER waterproof gaiters. Which to pick by terrain and budget.
Nutrition for the Desafío del Carbón
NutritionWith 21 km and over 1,300m of climbing, plan hydration and gels on top of the aid stations.
Tips
- •Test in training what you plan to take on race day
Getting to Urbiés
TransportUrbiés is in the municipality of Mieres, well connected with Oviedo by the A-66 motorway and the AS-I.
Tips
- •From Oviedo, about 30-40 minutes by car
- •Confirm parking and access in the official race information
Car rental for the Desafío del Carbón
Car RentalA car makes it easy to reach the rural parish of Urbiés from Oviedo, Gijón or Asturias airport.
Tips
- •Pick up the car at Asturias airport or in Oviedo
Sports insurance for the Desafío del Carbón
InsuranceYou need a federation licence or a day insurance to start.
Tips
- •Check on the registration platform what cover the organisers require
Sun protection for the Desafío del Carbón
Sun ProtectionIn winter, summit sun and wind dry out lips and face.
Tips
- •A lip balm with SPF protects against wind and cold
Body care for the Desafío del Carbón
Body CareMud and damp raise the risk of chafing and blisters; recovery afterwards counts too.
Tips
- •An anti-chafe balm on feet and underarms avoids problems with wet shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the latest Desafío del Carbón held?
- The 3rd edition took place on 8 February 2026 in Urbiés, starting at 10:00. The date of the next edition must be confirmed by the organisers.
- What distances does it offer?
- In 2026 there were two routes: Trail 22K (about 21 km and 1,360m of positive elevation) and SpeedTrail (about 12 km and 900m D+).
- Who organises the race?
- Club Deportivo Cuenta Atrás, with registration through the EMPA-T platform.
- Where does it take place?
- In the parish of Urbiés, municipality of Mieres, in the Turón valley (Asturias).
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