Rules 

The event must follow the instructions drawn up by the organizer. The rules and instructions are based on Trail runner etiquette with the following additions and exceptions. The event takes place partly in nature reserves, so movement will only take place on paths and routes marked by the organizer.

1. The competitor's performance can be rejected if he deviates or corrects from the marked route, without returning back to the point where the correction took place.
2. If you want to pass a runner ahead, state your intentions and ask for space. If a faster runner comes from behind, give the runner the space to pass if the runner asking for it. Also when passing, it is essential to stay on the marked path or route (e.g. along the roadsides in nature reserves).
3. Garbage must be thrown into the garbage bags connected to the service or drinking stations. Intentional littering will result in the runner's performance being automatically disqualified.
4. The event is partially self-maintained – Semi-Autonomy. The competitor may only accept maintenance assistance from the race organizer or external service providers during the race at official service points. 
5. Age limit: The age limit for 42 km and 63 km is 18 years. Younger people are also free to participate in shorter distances.

ITRA scores

21 km of the competition's distances are ITRA (International Trail Running Association) 1 point race, and 42 and 63 km are 2 points These points will be awarded to all competitors who complete the distance within the time limit, if they have also provided the organizer with their date of birth.

UTMB index

The 21 km, 42 km and 63 km distances of the race generate UTMB index points. The 21 km distance is in the UTMB 20 km category. The 42 km and 63 km races are in the UTMB 50 km category.

Departures and schedule 

Gathering at the start takes place 5 minutes before the departure of your own series. The departure times of the different series are listed below. The departure takes place according to the instructions in the announcement. 

• 6:00 event info opens
• 7:00 63 km start
• 8:30 42 km start
• 9:00 16 km start
• 10:00 8 km start
• 10:30 21 km start
• 12:30 Kids 1.6 km start
• 13:00 12 km start
• 19:00 The finish line closes

Cut-offs 42 and 63 km

63 km race, time limit 12 hours, start 7:00 AM – finish 7:00 PM.

• 14:40 – 42.5 km, 2nd pass of the Event Center
• 15:50 – 46.8 km, Tiirismaa 1st service point
• 16:55 – 53.2 km, Soisalmi service point
• 17:55 – 58.8 km, Tiirismaa 2nd service point
• 19:00 – 63.8 km, Finish

42 km race, time limit 10 hours 30 minutes. start at 8:30 AM – finish at 7:00 PM.

• 14:40 – 21.2 km, 2nd pass of the Event Center
• 15:50 – 25.5 km, Tiirismaa 1st service point
• 16:55 – 31.9 km, Soisalmi service point
• 17:55 – 37.5 km, Tiirismaa 2nd service point
• 19:00 – 42.5 km, Finish

Free Trails special instructions

Free Trails offers the opportunity to tour the marked routes of the event at your own pace during the event. You can set off on the route at a time that suits you, as long as you take into account the opening hours of the routes and service points (see below). If you plan to use the routes and service points on the Tapanila side, we recommend setting off in the morning. The routes are always traveled in the marked direction. Traveling in the wrong direction is not allowed.
Departures for the Tapanila side trails (8, 16, 42 and 63 km) between 7:00 and 10:00. Start on the route between 8:00 and 13:00 if you want to leave in the Tiirismaa direction (12, 21, 42 (final leg) and 63 km (final leg)). Free Trails participants have access to all event service points during their opening hours. You can see the service point opening hours below and check the location. from the route map.

• Maintenance 1, Rautakankare, 7:00 – 11:00
• Maintenance 2, Likolampi, 7:30 – 11:30
• Maintenance 3, Tiirismaa 1 and 2, 8:30 – 16:00
• Maintenance 4, Soisalmensuo, 9:15 – 15:30

Each participant will receive a Free Trails pass before departure. The pass must be returned to the finish line officials upon arrival. This way we ensure that all participants have returned safely from the terrain. Saunas are available between 11:30 and 20:00 at Messilä Hotel and meals are available between 11:30 and 20:00 at Markkinaratvinto.

Route marking  

The route marking is being coordinated by combining three different marking methods, which would ensure the clearest possible route for running.

1. The route is marked with 60 cm long signs. with wooden sticks, which have an 8 x 8 cm Tiirismaa Trail flag on the end and some of the sticks also have an approx. 5 x 5 cm orange flag in addition to the previous one. In increasingly unclear points and when approaching the intersection, slightly larger (10 x 10 cm) red and white Tiirismaa Trail flags have also been used, the purpose of which is to attract the runner's attention. In more unclear points, the flags have been placed more frequently and on clearer tracks, the flags are sparse.
2. It is at the worst intersections uniform blue HOKA-a plastic strip that closes the wrong forks in the path.
3. The route is also in the most important places arrow signs indicating the correct direction for the turn, and confirming the correct turn. After different intersections, there is also a confirming "you are on the route" sign with appropriate route codes. Be careful, especially when starting a new round, that you select the correct route either for the new round or to the finish.

Service points 

There are a total of 5 different service points on the race route: Rautakankare (Service 1), Likolampi (Service 2), Tiirismaa 1 and 2 (Service 3) and Soisalmen suo (Service 4). In addition, for 42 km and 63 km runners, one drinking point is located in the finish area (Service 5) – when starting a new round. There is a service point at the finish for all distances (Service 6). You can check the locations of the service points from the route map. 

The number of service and drink points for different journeys is as follows:

At service stations, water and sports drinks are served as drinks. Aonach Ultra Fuel 40 (40 g HH/l; 1:0.8 Glucose-fructose ratio, 500 mg Na/l). Energy-rich snacks such as bananas, chips and loose candies are available at the finish line and service stations. 

At the service points, the drink is ready in mugs, and you can also refill your own bottles from the faucet of the drinking fountains. Your own gels and disposable cups must be placed in the trash reserved by the organizers at the service points. To minimize waste, only 1 mug is reserved per runner/drinking station. If you drink more than a cup, ask the attendants for a refill in the same cup. We recommend using your own drinking bottle or mug. Stewards will fill the bottles and mugs for you.  

It is possible to perform maintenance outside of the competitors only in connection with the service stations and in connection with the start and the finish. Otherwise, the competitor must take care of his own maintenance along the route.  

First aid  

The first aid for the race is located at the finish line. The telephone numbers of the race management and first aid can be found on the participants' bib number. If you need help during the race, call the race management number (bottom of the bib number). Also tell them and be prepared to ask for help if you experience/see an injury. We all have a duty to help when we encounter someone in need. If you are unable to move yourself and possibly need transportation off the terrain, you can call the race management telephone number. Transportation can be provided at the service points and also along the larger ruts on the route. In non-urgent situations, be prepared to wait for transportation.

Cessation 

It is important that competitors who have stopped also register at the finish line. The organizer makes sure that all competitors who start the journey also arrive at the finish line. By registering at the finish line, we avoid possible unnecessary terrain searches.  

Finish line  

The finish will be closed on Saturday 1.8. at 19:00. Note! Even competitors who have stopped will be able to register at the finish line! At the finish line, you can moisten your throat with Aonach Ultra Fuel and water. Energy-rich food such as bananas, chips, candies and chocolate will also be available. To minimize waste, one cup per runner will be reserved at the finish line. If you drink more than a cup, ask the officials for a refill in the same cup.