Luggage - Bláfjallakvísl, the midway point
Attention: These bags will be transported straight to Reykjavik after the race and will not be taken to Thorsmork.
(To be handed in at bib pick-up on Thursday or Friday)
Participants may leave a bag at registration. These bags will be transported to the south bank of Bláfjallakvísl. The bag may contain items such as shoes, clothing, and nutrition. No glass or soda cans are allowed. Those planning to change clothes or shoes mid-race are encouraged to use this option.
NOTE: THESE BAGS WILL BE TRANSPORTED DIRECTLY TO REYKJAVÍK AFTER THE RACE AND WILL NOT GO TO ÞÓRSMÖRK.
Maximum weight is 3 kg and size approximately 20 cm x 35 cm. No responsibility is accepted for luggage, so no valuables should be inside. Do not pack a phone, passport, money, or car keys.
To make this transport possible for all participants, everyone must respect the weight and size limits. The maximum weight per bag is 3 kg and approximate size 20 x 35 cm. Bags will be weighed when received at registration.
The bag will be stored outdoors and may get wet due to weather conditions and/or during transport. To avoid receiving wet belongings, it is recommended that bags be waterproof or that contents be packed inside plastic bags. However, loose plastic bags will not be accepted as luggage. No responsibility is accepted for the luggage, and therefore no valuables should be packed.
After the race, the bags will be transported to Reykjavík. Participants are kindly asked to collect them at the skating rink in Laugardalur on Saturday evening when the buses arrive from Húsadal, or on Sunday morning (the day after the race) from 12:00–14:00. On Monday (two days after the race) from 9:00–16:00 it will also be possible to collect bags — this is the final pickup opportunity. Unclaimed luggage will be stored at the ÍBR office during the week, after which it will be discarded.
Bags must be labeled with the luggage tag shown below, which participants receive at registration.
Luggage for Húsadal (Þórsmörk)
Luggage that participants wish to access after finishing the race in Þórsmörk must be brought on the bus departing from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar at 04:30 on race day.
In Landmannalaugar, each participant must place their luggage on the bus traveling to Þórsmörk. It is important to bring warm and dry clothes, indoor shoes or sandals, and a large towel. Please note that you must walk from the changing tent to the shower facilities, which are outdoors. Luggage from Landmannalaugar will be stored in tents at the finish area in Húsadal. Runners are asked to keep luggage to a minimum and label it clearly. No responsibility is taken for valuables.
Bags that runners want access to in Þórsmörk must be labeled with the luggage tag shown below, which is handed out with race numbers at registration.
Recommended Equipment for the Race
The average temperature in July on the Laugavegur trail is around 7–8°C (45–46°F). Weather conditions can vary significantly. Based on past experience in the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon, it is essential to be properly equipped and to follow the race director’s clothing instructions. On a 55 km route in cold and wet conditions, hypothermia can become life-threatening.
Clothing depends on weather conditions on race day. All participants must be prepared at the start to wear or carry extra clothing if required by the race director. This includes a long-sleeved top, wind jacket, long pants, gloves, a hat covering the ears, and neck protection.
Running shoes should have good grip and be well broken-in to avoid blisters. Waterproof shoes are considered good, but note that some models may keep water inside the shoe rather than out. Low gaiters are recommended to prevent snow and gravel from getting into the shoes.
Bags are sorted into five different color groups, same as your start group, and then by participants race numbers as seen in the picture here above. The bags need to be waterproof because of possible rain during transport and when at the location.
Some people choose to change their shoes or other clothes by Blafjallahvisl. Please note that its just a field with no shelter or any service what so ever.
