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Trail Laxe dos Bolos
Sunday, 14 March 2027estimated date
Trail 43K
43km D+ 2300m
Trail 20K
20km D+ 1050m
Trail 8K
8km D+ 400m
Your checklist for Trail Laxe dos Bolos
What you need, category by category, with our #1 pick for this race. Tick what you already have.
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GPS watch
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Garmin Forerunner 570
Full-color topo maps, a first for the Forerunner line
Downside: Shorter battery life than a Forerunner 965 with maps on
Gear
Grippy trail shoes: the terrain mixes trail, rock and mud
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Nike Ultrafly
ZoomX foam: exceptional energy return inherited from the Vaporfly
Downside: High price (190 EUR)
Nutrition
The 43K has aid stations along the course
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Maurten Gel 100
Hydrogel technology: excellent gastric tolerance
Downside: High price compared to other gels
Sun Protection
SPF 50 sunscreen on face and neck even if overcast
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)ISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
Vaseline on friction zones: feet, thighs, armpits
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)After Bite Xtra Gel
Immediate relief from processionary caterpillar irritation
Downside: Strong ammonia smell
Car Rental
Also available at Vigo or Pontevedra train stations
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)DRIVALIA 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 Laxe dos Bolos: 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 KitRace data
Terrain
Mountain
Difficulty
Intermediate
Distance
3 modalities
Trail 43K
- Distance
- 43 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2300m
- Max Time
- -
Trail 20K
- Distance
- 20 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1050m
- Max Time
- -
Trail 8K
- Distance
- 8 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 400m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 43K | 43 km | D+ 2300m | - |
| Trail 20K | 20 km | D+ 1050m | - |
| Trail 8K | 8 km | D+ 400m | - |
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Best Neck Gaiter (Buff) for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
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Historical weather
What to wear at 10 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
7°C – 16°C
Average 11°C
Rain
33%
5.2 mm avg
Wind
21 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
9h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (33% 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
Ultralight Gore-Tex Shakedry waterproof jacket (110 g). Full waterproofing without an inner membrane, highly breathable. The benchmark for mountain runners.
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
Ultralight waterproof windproof jacket (135 g). Taped seams, adjustable hood and back ventilation. Packs into its own pocket.
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.
Shokz
Shokz OpenRun
Open-ear bone conduction headphones with IP67 rating: they take rain, mud and a rinse under the tap. Up to 8 h of battery and quick charge (10 min for 1.5 h). The most rugged pick of the range for training in bad weather.
TRIWONDER
TRIWONDER Waterproof Trail Gaiters
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 7°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
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 Thermal Neck Gaiter
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
Long-sleeve thermal base layer made from recycled fabric with anti-odour treatment. Active thermal regulation, ideal as a base layer in the mountains.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Women's Longsleeve
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 Thermal Windproof Balaclava
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
Long trail tights with stretchy, breathable fabric. Adjustable waist, zipped back pocket. Protection from cold and vegetation.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Thermal running gloves with a non-slip palm and touchscreen fingertips. Light, warm and compatible with poles.
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 (Men's)
Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.
Forecast for 14 March
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
Trail Laxe dos Bolos is a mountain race starting from Caldas de Reis (Pontevedra) that crosses the Xiabre and Santa María ranges in the heart of Galicia’s Rías Baixas. In its 3rd edition, the 43 km distance hosts the 2026 Spanish Short Trail Championship, with World Athletics certification.
The course
Three distances sharing the spirit of the territory: waterfalls, rivers, traditional watermills and mountain trails through native forests.
- Trail 43K — 2300 m of elevation gain crossing the Xiabre and Santa María mountains. Spanish Short Trail Championship with U23, open and masters categories. Four timed segments with prizes for fastest male/female.
- Trail 20K — 1050 m D+ through the Segade and Santa María mountains. Sharing the final kilometres with the 43K, it’s a fun and demanding race scoring in the Galician ranking.
- Trail 8K — 400 m D+ through the most iconic areas: watermills, tunnel and Segade waterfall with a new technical section. Open to U20, U18 and U16 categories.
Laxe dos Bolos
The race takes its name from a megalithic sanctuary discovered in the 20th century but operational for over 5000 years. A stone formation with ritual significance that connects runners with the deep history of the Galician landscape. Find the right shoes for Galicia’s wet, technical terrain in our best trail running shoes for 2026 guide.
Caldas de Reis and the Rías Baixas
Caldas de Reis is a thermal spa town in the province of Pontevedra, a stop on the Portuguese Way to Santiago. Hot springs, Galician cuisine and the proximity to the Rías Baixas make it a destination worth a few extra days before or after the race.
Use our pace calculator to plan your splits for the 43K, and explore more trail races in Galicia.
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Trail Laxe dos Bolos 2026 Registration
Registration3rd edition of Trail Laxe dos Bolos. The 43K hosts the 2026 Spanish Short Trail Championship.
Tips
- •Registration at carreirasgalegas.com until March 10
- •Three pricing tiers: super reduced (until Nov 15), mid (until Jan 15) and standard
- •Registration includes bib, personalised JOMA shirt and backpack
- •The 43K counts for the Spanish Short Trail Championship
Where to stay in Caldas de Reis
AccommodationCaldas de Reis is a thermal spa town with good accommodation options in the heart of the Rías Baixas.
Tips
- •Torre do Río: featured accommodation by the Umia river
- •Caldas de Reis has hotels, rural houses and holiday apartments
- •Vilagarcía de Arousa is 10 minutes away with more options
- •Motorhome parking available in the town centre
Gear for Trail Laxe dos Bolos
GearGalician mountains in March: technical terrain with rivers, waterfalls and muddy sections. Rain likely.
Tips
- •Grippy trail shoes: the terrain mixes trail, rock and mud
- •Waterproof jacket essential: March in Galicia is unpredictable
- •Headlamp for the 43K starting at 8:30 in March — may still be dark
- •Poles optional but useful for the 2300 m D+ on the long distance
- •Gaiters recommended due to river and stream crossings
Which shoes for Trail Laxe dos Bolos?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Trail Laxe dos Bolos?
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 Trail Laxe dos Bolos
NutritionMountain race with aid stations on course. The 43K requires supplementary nutrition autonomy.
Tips
- •The 43K has aid stations along the course
- •Carry solid food for the long distance: bars, nuts, sandwich
- •Soft flask or hydration pack essential
- •Electrolytes to prevent cramps in the final kilometres
How to get to Caldas de Reis
TransportCaldas de Reis is in the Rías Baixas, well connected by train and road.
Tips
- •By train: Vilagarcía de Arousa station, the nearest
- •Santiago de Compostela airport (SCQ) about 30 minutes away
- •Via AP-9 motorway from Vigo (40 min) or Santiago (35 min)
- •Motorhome parking in the town centre
Car rental for Trail Laxe dos Bolos
Car RentalGood transport links, but a car gives flexibility to explore the Rías Baixas.
Tips
- •Also available at Vigo or Pontevedra train stations
- •Caldas de Reis is right off the AP-9 motorway, easy access
Sports insurance for mountain trail
InsuranceMountain race with technical sections. Sports insurance mandatory to participate.
Tips
- •Federation licence or day insurance mandatory
- •Mountain rescue coverage recommended for the 43K
- •Galician mountain federation or private trail running insurance
Body care for mountain trail
Body CareTechnical terrain with water, mud and potential chafing. Skin protection and recovery.
Tips
- •Vaseline on friction zones: feet, thighs, armpits
- •Water crossings soak your feet — spare socks and anti-chafe cream
- •Protect nipples with tape or specific plasters
Sun protection for trail in March
Sun ProtectionMarch in Galicia: intermittent sun but UV radiation at altitude.
Tips
- •SPF 50 sunscreen on face and neck even if overcast
- •SPF lip balm for hours of mountain exposure
- •UV radiation is higher at altitude even when temperatures are low
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Trail Laxe dos Bolos 2026?
- March 15, 2026. The 43K starts at 8:30, the 20K at 10:00 and the 8K at 10:15.
- What distances are available?
- Three competitive distances: Trail 43K (2300 m D+), Trail 20K (1050 m D+) and Trail 8K (400 m D+). There's also a 12 km walking route.
- Where does the course go?
- The course crosses the Xiabre and Santa María mountains, passing Segade waterfall, traditional watermills, rivers and the megalithic sanctuary of Laxe dos Bolos.
- How to get to Caldas de Reis?
- By train to Vilagarcía de Arousa (nearest station). By plane, Santiago de Compostela airport is about 30 minutes away. Motorhome parking available in the town centre.
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