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Race Instructions

Preliminary Race Instructions – Updated During September

Repovesi Trail 2025 – Race Guide
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Location: Repovesi National Park, Kouvola
Race Center: Saarijärvi Parking Area, Kuismantie 990, 47910 Kouvola
Parking: Woikoski Feeling, Vehnävuorentie 88, 52960 Mäntyharju

Event Overview

Repovesi Trail is one of the most significant trail running events in the Kouvola region, bringing together both experienced trail runners and new enthusiasts.

The 2025 event takes place on Saturday, September 27, in the breathtaking landscapes of Repovesi National Park. The routes mainly follow existing trails and hiking paths and include steep climbs, rocky sections, technical forest trails, and lakeside views.

There are three distances:

  • 12 km – suitable for beginners and those who enjoy a fast-paced run.

  • 21 km – a half-marathon classic, combining faster trails with technical sections.

  • 36 km – a demanding, all-day experience that tests endurance and technical skills.

Categories: Men & Women
Participant limit: max. 100 runners per distance (total 300 participants).

Schedule

Race starts:

  • 10:00 – 36 km

  • 11:15 – 21 km

  • 12:30 – 12 km

Bus transfers from Woikoski to the race center (included in entry fee):

  • 09:00 – Buses 1 & 2 → 36 km runners

  • 10:15 – Buses 1 & 2 → 21 km runners

  • 11:30 – Buses 1 & 2 → 12 km runners

Return buses: Continuous shuttle service from race center back to Woikoski. Buses depart when full and operate until all participants have returned to the parking area.

Finish line closes: 16:30
Post-race meal: served in stages at Woikoski Feeling facilities.

Parking & Transport

  • Parking only at Woikoski Feeling, Vehnävuorentie 88, 52960 Mäntyharju.

  • No direct driving access to the race center.

  • Bus transfer to the race center is mandatory (approx. 25 min each way).

  • Bus departs from: Vehnävuorentie 36, 52960 Mäntyharju.

  • Walking distance from parking to bus departure point: ~500 m along the cycle path beside Vehnävuorentie.

  • Toilets available near the bus stop.

Race Materials

Pick-up at race office, Vehnävuorentie 36, 52960 Mäntyharju.

  • Office open 08:00–11:30, after which services move to race center.

  • Includes race bib (bring your own safety pins).

  • Bib also serves as ticket for buffet meal.

  • Special diets must be specified during registration.

  • Supporters'/spectators' bus tickets available at race office.

Equipment

Mandatory: own cup/mug (all hydration at aid stations via personal cup).
Recommended:

  • Trail running shoes (regular running shoes are possible, but trails may be slippery in autumn).

  • For 21 km & 36 km: hydration vest and energy supplements.

  • Mobile phone with organizer's number saved.

  • Printed route map or GPX route loaded to sports watch.

Toilets

  • At race center: a few permanent dry toilets + 4 portable toilets.

  • At parking and bus stop: 3 toilets.

Bag Storage

  • Covered storage available at race center.

Routes & Markings

  • Routes follow established trails in Repovesi National Park.

  • Markings: red and orange flags + clear directional signs at junctions.

  • Aid stations provide water, sports drink, and snacks (number depends on distance).

First Aid & Withdrawals

  • First aid point at finish, next to info.

  • Runners must assist others in need.

  • Organizer does not insure participants → each runner is responsible for personal insurance.

  • Withdrawing runners must report at finish → prevents unnecessary searches.

Prizes

  • Top three men and women awarded with partner-donated prizes.

  • Additional prizes raffled among all participants.

  • Prize ceremonies held at race center immediately after top three finishers in each category.

  • Raffle prizes displayed at race office before start and collected from there.

Washing Facilities

  • No separate showers due to event location.

  • Open water areas near race center and parking available for washing (no chemicals allowed).

After the Race

At finish: Baba Foods smoothies, Maxim sports drink, candy, chips, bananas, raisins.
At race café: snacks and drinks.
Continuous bus transfers back to parking, where meal is also served.

Buffet meal includes: starter salads, hot main dish, dessert.

Meal Service

At Restaurant Prinssi, right next to the bus stop.
Buffet menu:

  • Chicken sauce (GF, LF)

  • Pasta (LF) and rice (GF, LF)

  • Seasonal vegetables & tofu (GF, Vegan)

Photos & Media

  • Photos and videos will be produced and shared on event social media.

  • Participants may share their own photos.

  • Use hashtags #repovesitrail and #repovesitrail25.

Trail Running Etiquette & Rules

  • No littering.

  • Respect fellow runners, officials, spectators, and nature.

  • Follow "Everyman's Rights" and clean sport rules (Finnish Anti-Doping Agency).

  • Natural water sources may be used at own risk.

  • Runners must have their own cup for aid stations.

  • Recommended to carry: whistle, space blanket, elastic bandage, fully charged phone.

  • Poles allowed but must be carried for entire route.

  • Withdrawals primarily at aid stations.

  • Organizer may stop participants for medical reasons.

  • Shortcutting or deviating from course for advantage is forbidden.

👉 More info: Trailrunning.fi race rules – https://www.trailrunning.fi/bttf-tapahtumien-kilpailusaannot/

Information & Contacts

Latest updates: event website & Instagram @repovesitrail

Contacts:

  • Samu Heiska – 📞 +358 40 763 6714 – 📧 samu.heiska@gmail.com