The VALHALLA Challenge 2026

Distance: 800 meters

Inclination: 45°

Terrain: NATURAL , but must maintain a consistent slop

1- Course Specifications

• Distance Measurement:
• The full 800 m must be measured along the incline, not horizontal projection.
• Incline Consistency: Slope up to target of 45°.
• Surface Type: Snow & Mud | non-slip and safe under expected weather conditions.
• Lanes: 1 lane - 6 meters width
• Markings: Clear markers every 50 meters | Start and finish visible, marked and stable

2. Athlete Eligibility

• Minimum age: 16 years
• Categories: VALHALA Challenge | Age Categories: 16–29 VEGVISIR | 30–39 VALKNUT | 40–49 GUNGNIR | 50+ FENRIR
• Athletes must sign a risk acknowledgment waiver due to the extreme incline

3. Equipment and Attire

• Footwear: Trail-running shoes or spikes | Shoes must not provide mechanical propulsion (no carbon-plate spring devices unless approved).
• Clothing: Lightweight, form-fitting athletic apparel | No loose clothing that could restrict movement.
• Optional Safety Gear: Knee and elbow protection | Gloves for scrambling sections if the terrain requires.
• Prohibited: Poles, grappling aids, or any mechanical assistance

4. Start Procedure

All runners start from a standing start (no crouched starting blocks due to steep incline) | A starter will use the standard commands: On your marks” → “Set” → starting signal | False starts follow track rules: One false start per athlete = disqualification.

5. Race Conduct

• Athletes must remain on the designated course at all times.
• Lane infringements: Stepping outside a lane and impeding another athlete results in disqualification.

Assisting/being assisted: is not allowed | If an athlete falls, they may continue unless they leave the course boundary.

6. Safety Rules

Given the extreme incline:

• Mandatory medical presence at start, mid-course and finish.
• Stopping the race:
• Officials may stop or delay the event for strong winds, heavy rain, or slippery conditions.
• Emergency Exit Points:
• Course must have pre-marked rapid-evacuation paths for medical teams.
• Use of ropes or rails along the side is allowed for safety, but athletes may not use them for propulsion.

7. Timing and Results

• Timing must be manually, with a start timer and finish timing team.
• Results are final once confirmed by the chief judge with each round

1. Disqualification Criteria

• Use of prohibited equipment
• Impeding other competitors
• Leaving the course
• Receiving unauthorized aid
• Unsporting behavior
• Ignoring medical officials’ orders or ushers to stop

1. Awards

• First Male & Female from each category will claim the title if King & Queen of Hilll!
  
• All Participants will get a medal | Winners will get Trophees & Money Prizes + Gifts

Distance: 800 meters

Inclination: 45°

Terrain: NATURAL , but must maintain a consistent slop

1- Course Specifications

• Distance Measurement:
• The full 800 m must be measured along the incline, not horizontal projection.
• Incline Consistency: Slope up to target of 45°.
• Surface Type: Snow & Mud | non-slip and safe under expected weather conditions.
• Lanes: 1 lane - 6 meters width
• Markings: Clear markers every 50 meters | Start and finish visible, marked and stable

2. Athlete Eligibility

• Minimum age: 16 years
• Categories: VALHALA Challenge | Age Categories: 16–29 VEGVISIR | 30–39 VALKNUT | 40–49 GUNGNIR | 50+ FENRIR
• Athletes must sign a risk acknowledgment waiver due to the extreme incline

3. Equipment and Attire

• Footwear: Trail-running shoes or spikes | Shoes must not provide mechanical propulsion (no carbon-plate spring devices unless approved).
• Clothing: Lightweight, form-fitting athletic apparel | No loose clothing that could restrict movement.
• Optional Safety Gear: Knee and elbow protection | Gloves for scrambling sections if the terrain requires.
• Prohibited: Poles, grappling aids, or any mechanical assistance

4. Start Procedure

All runners start from a standing start (no crouched starting blocks due to steep incline) | A starter will use the standard commands: On your marks” → “Set” → starting signal | False starts follow track rules: One false start per athlete = disqualification.

5. Race Conduct

• Athletes must remain on the designated course at all times.
• Lane infringements: Stepping outside a lane and impeding another athlete results in disqualification.

Assisting/being assisted: is not allowed | If an athlete falls, they may continue unless they leave the course boundary.

6. Safety Rules

Given the extreme incline:

• Mandatory medical presence at start, mid-course and finish.
• Stopping the race:
• Officials may stop or delay the event for strong winds, heavy rain, or slippery conditions.
• Emergency Exit Points:
• Course must have pre-marked rapid-evacuation paths for medical teams.
• Use of ropes or rails along the side is allowed for safety, but athletes may not use them for propulsion.

7. Timing and Results

• Timing must be manually, with a start timer and finish timing team.
• Results are final once confirmed by the chief judge with each round

1. Disqualification Criteria

• Use of prohibited equipment
• Impeding other competitors
• Leaving the course
• Receiving unauthorized aid
• Unsporting behavior
• Ignoring medical officials’ orders or ushers to stop

1. Awards

• First Male & Female from each category will claim the title if King & Queen of the Hill!