The Traka 300

Extreme
Date
2027-05-01
Location
Girona, Catalonia, Spain
Distance
300 km
Elevation
N/A
Category
Gravel
Region
Europe
Organizer
Klassmark
Terrain
Gravel, Farm Roads, Singletrack
About

New flagship endurance race introduced for 2027, replacing the long-running Traka 360 and Traka 560. Held on the Saturday of the Traka weekend on Girona's mixed gravel, farm roads and singletrack, it is the only race for the pro categories in 2027 as Klassmark consolidates the event into a more selective competitive field.

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▌ RIDER INTEL DOSSIER
65
GR SCORE
/ 100
TIER 3
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New flagship endurance race introduced for 2027, replacing the long-running Traka 360 and Traka 560

Europe gravel event organized by Klassmark

EFFORT26/50
EXPER.44/70

12 SCORING DIMENSIONS

THE TRAKA 300
LENGTH9/10CLIMBING2/10DURABILITY6/10TECHNICALITY5/10RACE PRESSURE4/10ADVENTURE7/10SCENERY6/10ORGANIZATION7/10VALUE8/10COMMUNITY6/10ACCESSIBILITY2/10FIELD DEPTH8/10

EFFORT MATRIX

LENGTH09/10
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300 km — ultra-distance commitment
CLIMBING02/10
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Elevation not confirmed
DURABILITY06/10
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Plan for 14+ hours in the saddle
TECHNICALITY05/10
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Gravel / Farm Roads / Singletrack
RACE PRESSURE04/10
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Standard race-day intensity

EXPERIENCE MATRIX

ADVENTURE07/10
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Long-distance day = real adventure
SCENERY06/10
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Gravel, Farm Roads
ORGANIZATION07/10
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Community-sourced details
VALUE08/10
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Reasonable cost-per-km
COMMUNITY06/10
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Grassroots gravel scene around the event
ACCESSIBILITY02/10
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Reasonable to enter
FIELD DEPTH08/10
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Mixed field — pros + adventure riders

GREEN FLAGS

  • [+]300 km of extreme gravel through Girona, Catalonia
  • [+]Organized by Klassmark
  • [+]Varied terrain: Gravel, Farm Roads, Singletrack
  • [+]European gravel-festival culture (post-ride food / beer scene)

RED FLAGS

  • [!]Ultra distance — needs serious training base
  • [!]Extreme rating — only attempt with prior ultra experience
  • [!]Details not yet verified — confirm via official site
  • [!]Elevation profile not confirmed — assume the worst

RIDER FIT

Endurance MuleGOOD · 7/10

Built for hours in the saddle — your distance

ClimberAVOID · 2/10

Limited use for pure climbers

Adventure TouristPRIME · 9/10

Ultra format = guided adventure with timing chips

BikepackerPRIME · 9/10

Self-supported format suits bikepacking instincts

SpeedsterGOOD · 6.5/10

Smoother surfaces let raw speed talk

Crit RacerAVOID · 2/10

Single-day pace suits crit-style riders less here

⚡ SIGNATURE CHALLENGE
A long day decided in the final third

Distance like this rewards patience. The riders who win the last 30% are the ones who saved matches in the first 60%.

TIRE INTEL

WIDTH
40-42 mm
PRESSURE
28-34 psi
PATTERN
File tread w/ side knobs

Mixed gravel with no extreme demands — go for rolling speed.

▶ TOP PICKS
1.Continental Terra Trail[40mm]Durable casing, balanced grip
2.Schwalbe G-One Bite[40mm]Excellent loose-surface bite
3.Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H[40mm]Hard-pack speed

WEATHER PLAYBOOK

Girona, Catalonia in spring (May): expect mild conditions — pack for variable weather. Always check 7-day forecast race week and pack a packable shell.

PACING PLAYBOOK

01
Sector 1 — Opening Effort~75 km

Sit in. Let the start sort itself out. Pace by feel, not by rivals.

02
Sector 2 — Mid-Race Crux~180 km

Where the field shatters. Stick to your power numbers, not the surge.

03
Sector 3 — The Finishing Stretch300 km

Save one match. The last 20% is where placement is decided.

WHAT TO FEAR

  • [!01]Mental low point on the long, lonely middle section

INSIDER INTEL

▌ INCOMING TRANSMISSION

European gravel has a different rhythm — the long lunch stops, the espresso at km 60, the post-race beer that lasts hours. The Traka 300 captures that perfectly.

Regional cycling forum · Europe gravel scene

RACE LOGISTICS

AID STATIONSStandard food + drink refuel points.

Standard aid stations every 30-50 km with food, water, and basic mechanical help.

▶ FEED ZONES · 6 AID STATIONS
Aid 1~43 km
waterfood
Aid 2~86 km
waterfood
Aid 3~129 km
waterfood
Aid 4~171 km
waterfood
Aid 5~214 km
waterfood
Aid 6~257 km
waterfood
✓ INCLUDED WITH ENTRY
  • +Timing chip + bib
  • +Course markings + GPX
  • +Aid station nutrition + water
✕ BRING YOUR OWN
  • -Spare tubes / tubeless plugs
  • -Lodging
  • -Drop bag transport (unless specified)
MECHANICS
At Aid
MEDICAL
At Aid
DROP BAGS
Yes
BAG TRANSPORT
No
▶ ACCOMMODATION · 3 OPTIONS
Hotels in Girona
0-10 km from start

Book 6+ months ahead for big events. Check the race partner-hotel list for discounts.

Airbnb / Vrbo
Varies

Often the best value for groups. Search the wider race region, not just the start town.

Camping
Often at venue

Many gravel events offer on-site camping for a small fee. Check race FAQ.

▶ GOOD TO KNOW
  • Carry at least one tube + plug kit even with tubeless. Mechanical bad luck is the #1 DNF cause.

TRAVEL OPS

AIRPORTMAD / BCN depending on region
LODGINGBook early in Girona — gravel events fill local accommodation fast
FOODCarry your own ride nutrition. Local options usually plentiful before/after.
PACKET PICKUPDay-before-event pickup is standard. Confirm via official site.
PARKINGEvent parking varies — check race FAQ
▌ BOTTOM LINE

The Traka 300 is a quality europe event — great if you're nearby or want to explore the region.