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Saturday, July 25, 2026 Balkastadir, ISL
Trail 50k

Posthlaupid

43 days away
50km Distance
560m Elevation
3.3 Grit Score
Challenging Level
Vertical Intensity 11 D+/km
Flat Hilly Mtn

This course is relatively flat and fast. Ideal for PB attempts.

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⛰️ terrain

This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.

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👟 gear

With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

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Course Notes

Pósthlaupid (Iceland Post Trail Run) is a 50 km off-road race that starts at a Monument to Rural Postmen in Hrútafjördur in the west of Iceland. It is an old mailmen's route over Haukadalskard, along Haukadalur.