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The UTAX AXtrail\u00ae2027 is a trail running event taking place from October 15 to October 17, 2027, in Castanheira de Pera, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including 103 km (UTAX), 54 km (TSL), 33 km (TX), 16 km (MTX), and additional shorter social and kids events.<\/p>\n

The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longest distances, with younger age categories allowed for shorter races, requiring parental authorization for minors. The TSL race also serves as the European Final of the ITRA National League, attracting elite competitors under specific eligibility rules.<\/p>\n

The races offer challenging mountain terrain with significant elevation gains, demanding semi-autonomy and preparedness for adverse weather and physical conditions. The event includes competitive races, social walks, and kids’ activities, creating a diverse and inclusive atmosphere.<\/p>\n","organizer_description":"

Regulation link \u2197<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Age categories\/divisions:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 UTAX and TSL: minimum 18 years
\n\u2022 Trail do Xisto (TX): minimum 16 years
\n\u2022 Mini Trail do Xisto (MTX): minimum 13 years
\n\u2022 Age groups for UTAX\/TSL\/TX\/MTX: Sub23 (20-22), Sen (23-34), M35\/F35 (35-39), M40\/F40 (40-44), M45\/F45 (45-49), M50\/F50 (50-54), M55\/F55 (55-59), M60\/F60 (60-64), M65\/F65 (65+), M70\/F70 (70+)<\/p>\n

Start\/finish locations:<\/strong> Pra\u00e7a da Notabilidade, Castanheira de Pera<\/p>\n

Start times per category\/distance:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 October 15, 22:00 – UTAX (103 km)
\n\u2022 October 16, 08:30 – ITRA National League Final (54 km)
\n\u2022 October 16, 09:00 – TSL (54 km)
\n\u2022 October 17, 09:00 – TX (33 km)
\n\u2022 October 17, 09:15 – AXtrail Kids
\n\u2022 October 17, 10:00 – Mini Trail do Xisto (16 km)
\n\u2022 October 17, 10:15 – Caminho do Xisto (8 km bus start)<\/p>\n

Cut-off times:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 UTAX: 28 hours
\n\u2022 TSL: 17 hours
\n\u2022 TX: 8 hours
\n\u2022 MTX: 4 hours<\/p>\n

Bib pick-up time and location:<\/strong> Secretariado opening hours as per event schedule; location at C\u00e2mara Municipal<\/p>\n

Surface types:<\/strong> Hard ground<\/p>\n

Course format:<\/strong> Trail running with marked routes using tapes, signs, and reflectors; no shortcuts allowed<\/p>\n

Race routes:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 UTAX: 103 km, 6140 m elevation gain
\n\u2022 TSL: 54 km, 3200 m elevation gain
\n\u2022 TX: 33 km, 1600 m elevation gain
\n\u2022 MTX: 16 km, 700 m elevation gain
\n\u2022 Caminho do Xisto: 7.5 km, 125 m elevation gain<\/p>\n

Timing method:<\/strong> Electronic chip timing on bib<\/p>\n

Toilets and aid station placement:<\/strong> Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies at control points; water available for refilling containers; main aid station allows drop bags for UTAX<\/p>\n

Drop bag policy:<\/strong> UTAX participants may submit a drop bag at start for mid-race aid station; bags returned at finish upon bib presentation<\/p>\n

Prizes:<\/strong> Top 3 per age group and overall male\/female winners receive trophies; overall winners also receive free entry to AXtrail\u00ae 2028; team prizes for UTAX, TSL, and TX; finisher souvenirs awarded<\/p>\n

Cancellation & refund policy:<\/strong> Refunds are available up to July 31 with 50% return, 25% refund until September 15, and no refunds thereafter. Registration transfers to another athlete are allowed with a fee until October 1. No refunds are given for race cancellations due to weather or organizational changes.<\/p>\n","race_benefits":"

\ud83c\udfbd Athlete kit: personalized bib
\n\ud83c\udfc5 Finisher prize: finisher souvenir
\n\u23f1\ufe0f Timing + live results by category via electronic chip timing
\n\ud83d\udedf Safety support: emergency and rescue teams available; contact info printed on bib
\n\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
\n\ud83e\udd64 Aid stations: solid and liquid supplies at control points; water for refilling
\n\ud83d\udebf Showers available
\n\ud83e\uddf3 Drop-bag transport for UTAX participants
\n\ud83c\udfc6 Trophies for top 3 per category and overall winners; team awards<\/p>\n","event_faq_headline":"FAQ","event_faq_items":[{"item_title":"Can children participate?","item_description":"Yes, children aged 13 and above can participate in the Mini Trail do Xisto (MTX). Participants under 18 require parental authorization."},{"item_title":"How do I register?","item_description":"Registration is done online through the official event website. Changes or transfers of registration are allowed with a fee until October 1."},{"item_title":"What mandatory equipment is required?","item_description":"Participants must carry mandatory gear including a backpack, windbreaker or waterproof jacket, thermal blanket, headlamp with spare batteries, water container (minimum 1 liter), cup (minimum 15cl), reserve food, operational mobile phone, whistle, red rear light, and pins or bib holder."},{"item_title":"What are the cut-off times?","item_description":"Cut-off times are 28 hours for UTAX, 17 hours for TSL, 8 hours for TX, and 4 hours for MTX."},{"item_title":"How is the course marked?","item_description":"The course is marked with tapes, signs, reflectors, and other appropriate markers. Participants must follow the marked route and avoid shortcuts."}],"event_date_start":"20271015","event_date_end":"20271017","event_start_time":"","event_ticket_url":"https:\/\/stopandgo.net\/events\/utax-axtrail2027","event_latitude":"40.0071","event_longitude":"-8.2104","event_rating":"","is_hot_event":false,"event_participants_count":"0","organizer_website":{"title":"","url":"","target":"","0":""},"organizer_avatar":false,"event_gallery":false,"purchasing_all_variations_through_woocommerce":false,"optional_extras":false,"checkout_team_field_show":true,"checkout_team_field_required_individual":false,"checkout_tshirt_field_show":true,"checkout_tshirt_field_required":true,"checkout_medical_section_show":true,"checkout_billing_section_show":true,"checkout_medical_section_required":true,"checkout_billing_section_required":true,"checkout_bib_name_field_show":true,"checkout_bib_name_field_required":true,"checkout_bib_number_field_show":false,"checkout_bib_number_field_required":false,"checkout_tshirt_field_sizes":["XS","S","M","L","XL","2XL","3XL"],"event_text_badge_official_show":false,"event_text_chip_lowest_price_show":true,"event_text_chip_secure_payment_show":true,"event_text_chip_direct_registration_show":false,"event_text_cta_registered_directly_show":false,"event_text_why_lowest_price_show":true,"event_text_why_secure_payments_show":true,"event_text_why_registered_directly_show":true},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/87097","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=87097"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/87097\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":87098,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/87097\/revisions\/87098"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/87631"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=87097"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=87097"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=87097"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=87097"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}