Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Uka Pain

Trail Running covering 28 km to 160 km with up to 3,810 m D+ in Älvdalen (Dalarna County, Sweden)

LocationÄlvdalen, Dalarnas län, SwedenShow on map(61.2273° N, 14.0420° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,810 m

Uka Pain is an endurance sporting event in Älvdalen, Dalarnas län, SE focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +3,810 m D+), Trail 100 km (100 km, +2,410 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,210 m D+), and Trail 28 km (28 km, +650 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ukapain.se).

Official website
Uka Pain in Älvdalen (Work: "Sakrisøy village and mountains Lofoten Norway", Photo: Smtunli, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Sakrisøy village and mountains Lofoten Norway" · Photo: Smtunli · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 160 kmTrail Running160 km+3,810 m1,150 m - 2,750 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 100 kmTrail Running100 km+2,410 m1,153 m - 2,165 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+1,210 m1,156 m - 1,664 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 28 kmTrail Running28 km+650 m1,159 m - 1,432 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160 km
Elevation gain
+3,810 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,810 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,750 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.8 % / 8.6 %
Course format
Loop course
160 km+3,810 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS61.2273° N, 14.0420° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,750 m above sea level (+3,810 m D+, -3,810 m D-)

Peak: 2,750 m·at 86.4 km·Ø 4.8 %
1,150 m1,683 m2,217 m2,750 m0 km32 km64 km96 km128 km160 km2,750 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Uka Pain take place?

Uka Pain takes place in Älvdalen, Dalarnas län, SE (start area at coordinates 61.2273° N, 14.042° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Uka Pain?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +3,810 m D+), Trail 100 km (100 km, +2,410 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,210 m D+), and Trail 28 km (28 km, +650 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Uka Pain?

The main competition (Trail 160 km over 160 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,810 m of elevation gain and -3,810 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,750 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Uka Pain?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ukapain.se).