Ultra Running Hub La Palma, Spain · Date TBA
50 mi
Transvulcania
73 km Distance
4,400 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 60 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 73 km of mountain with 4,400 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes60 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition73 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles4,400 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 73 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
About
A volcanic ultra on La Palma in the Canary Islands, from sea level to 2426m.
Highlights
- Sea to summit
- Volcanic terrain
- Canary Islands