Questions and Answers (Q&A)

Welcome to the Sognefjord Trail Run Q&A page! Here, you'll find answers to common questions about the STR event, including important times, mandatory equipment, course details, and more. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to us. Happy running and see you at the start line!

  • Do you have issues or questions regarding registration via Racedays? Report your problem using the link below, and your problem will be resolved as soon as possible: Link: https://racedays.notion.site/1c4e64a94cfe801baa17ecfcb10e4e76

  • You can get to the start by bus or car.

    Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee you a parking space at Kaupanger Idrettspark, as there are limited parking spots available, but there will also be other parking options in Kaupanger centrum.

    • Friday, August 29, 2025 (Quality Hotel Sogndal)

      • Check-in and bib distribution:15.00 - 21.00

      • Race Brief Quiz, prize draws & entertainment: 19.00-20.00

    • Saturday, August 30, 2025 (Kaupanger Idrettspark)

      • Marathon start: 08.00

      • Half Marathon start: 10.00

      • 12k start: 11.00

      • Kids Race start: 11.30

  • Mandatory equipment varies by distance, including warm clothes and GPS device.

    • Full list of mandatory equipment is listed in the Race Manual here.

  • We have not set any specific requirements for the rating of wind and waterproofing for jackets/pants. The most important thing is to have good products that provide good protection in the high mountains for changing weather and conditions, as well as wind and water. The longer the distance, the more important it is to have a high degree of wind and waterproofing on jackets/pants. As a participant, you are responsible for making sensible choices here.

  • All participants can have friends pick up their bib number and any ordered STR gear on Friday or collect them themselves on Saturday morning from 07:30 at Kaupanger Idrettspark.

    • The check-in and bib distribution will be held at Meieriet in Sogndal city center.

    • Google Maps link.

    • Timings:

      • Friday, August 29, 2025: 15:00 - 20:00

      For those who are unable to check in and pick up their bib number on Friday, we have an arrangement for this at Kaupanger Idrettspark on Saturday morning starting at 08:30.

    • All trails except for Marathon are marked with orange flags.

    • The Marathon distance require the use of a GPS device with the downloaded GPX file. Here is the link to the GPX files.

  • Yes, there will be food and drink stations:

    • For Marathon: Food and drink station after ca. 19 km at Kaupanger centrum.

    • For Half Marathon: Food and drink station after ca. 12 km.

    • For Skyrace: No drink station.

    • For all distances: Simple refreshments at the finish line at Kaupanger Idrettspark.

  • A ticket to STR 2025 includes, among other things, free access to the gathering and entertainment on Friday evening in Sogndal, all race activities at Kaupanger on Saturday, and the STR after-run celebration in Sogndal on Saturday evening.

    The prices are available upon registration.

    The prices for STR 2025 reflect costs, market rates and demand. These prices ensure that we can maintain high quality and provide the best possible experience for you as a participant.

    Welcome to the Ultimate Trail Run Experience!

    • If you need to withdraw, contact the local emergency number: 911 46 724

    • Prize draws during the Race Brief on Friday, August 29.

    • All finishers receive a STR finisher medal.

    • Prizes for the top three men and women in each distance. The prize ceremony will take place continuously after finishing.

  • STR-Items ordered during registration will be distributed at check-in and bib number pickup at Sogndal on Friday. Alternatively, you can pick them up on Saturday morning at Kaupanger Idrettspark if you are unable to do so on Friday.

    NB. You are responsible for picking up the products you ordered. Products that are not picked up will not be shipped after the event.

  • Yes, as long as there are available spots/products, this is possible.
    See the instructions for ordering a STR t-shirt/headband here

  • Since this is Sognefjord Trail Run´s first year we have no time limits to the different routes. It is only your mind and will that stops you from completing the race.

  • If the organizer has STR-products available for sale after registration, information about this will be sent out via email

    There will also probably be some extra STR-products available for sale at check-in/bib pickup on Friday at Meieriet. In that case, you should arrive early.

  • This is possible.

    To sell your ticket, follow the instructions from this link: https://www.racedays.run/account/my-registrations