Ishavskraft OF700 - one of the hardest MTB races in the world
Extreme challenge - exhausting - Euphoric
Prizes
Ishavskraft is today Northern Norway's largest power supplier. Our identity will always be characterized by the region we come from. We belong in magnificent scenery, which is particularly vulnerable to major environmental impacts and climate change. Therefore, we feel a responsibility to be part of the solution. For this reason, we offer 100% natural power to all our customers.
700 kilometers in Europe's last wilderness
- The hardest MTB race in the world
Ishavskraft Offroad Finnmark 700 is considered by many as the world's toughest mountain bike race. The 700 kilometer long race is a continuously hard effort from start to finish.
The trails go through remote areas in Europe's last wilderness. Endless expanses, marshes, rivers and altitudes that you don't think exist in Finnmark. The route runs through five municipalities and is within 10-12 checkpoints. At two of the checkpoints there is a mandatory 4.5 hour break. The rest of the trail each team decides their own rest.
In order to carry out such an effort, all cyclists must get enough nutrition and rest. We put great emphasis on nutrition in Offroad Finnmark. Therefore, we have arranged all checkpoints with hot and cold food, drinks and lodging. Our 200 volunteers are ready to give you care and love you cannot find anywhere else. They ensure that our participants receive a unique offer like technical service, bicycle wash and anything else you may need of help or assistance. The only thing our volunteers think about is to make sure our cyclists get the best possible experience. You can't help being touched by their care.
Information about Ishavskraft OF700
"Offroad Finnmark 700 can be described as cycling half the distance of Norway. - It's just that you're cycling in the ditch".
Magnar Slåtto
Prizes
But, Ladies, Mix
| Prizes | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1st prize |
NOK 24,000 + trophy Solo: NOK 12,000 |
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| 2nd prize | NOK 12,000 | Solo: NOK 6,500 |
| 3rd prize | NOK 5,000 | Solo: NOK 2,500 |
ALL CLASSES
Great prizes await the Riders in SmartDok OF300
- 1/3 prizes – Glass art from Arctic Glasstudio, Berlevåg
- Finish jersey
- Two Polaris ATV ACE 570 SP to the best men and women in all classes the races 2016-2018 combined. Prizes delivered by Polaris Norge AS
PREREQUISITE FOR PRIZES
Cash prizes require a minimum of three starting teams in the class. If there are less than three starting teams, the first prize is the Offroad Finnmark trophy. 3 starting teams trigger cash prizes to the 1st place. 4-6 starting teams trigger cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place. 7 or more starting teams trigger cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. To get the finisher jersey you must reach the finish line within the deadline. To compete for cash prizes in NCF requires participants to resolve extended full-year license (EXT). One-time license is not accepted.
Equipment
OBLIGATORY FOR ALL RIDERS:
- Effective mosquito and weather protection
- Mosquito repellent
- Mosquito hat with protection net
- Wind and waterproof clothing
- Not body tight
- Warm clothing
- A layer of dry lingerie (super or wool)
- Food in sufficient amounts
- Matches/lighter (in a waterproof bag)
- GPS + extra power bank
- Must be able to load maps and tracks, as well as display maps on screen
- Compass and map in case of GPS breakdown
- Maps can be bought in our race office or you can print it yourself
- Mobile phone
- For emergencies
- Helmet
- Approved helmet in accordance with NCF/UCI regulations
- Bike
- One should ride a full-stroke or a very good MTB bike. Hardtail with cane creek seated dipstick can be an option
OBLIGATORY FOR ALL TEAMS
(AT LEAST ONE TEAM MEMBER):
- First aid equipment:
- tape, strips, bandages, small scissors or knife and rescue film
- Cell phone
- with a fully charged battery and external battery with minimum of 4000mA (emergency phone)
- GPS with map, tracks and extra batteries
- we recommend stem mounted GPS
- Maps and a compass
- maps must be printed by the team before the race starts
RECOMMENDED TEAM EQUIPMENT
- 1-2 tires
- 3 tubes
- Chain cutter + spare chain (spare chain links)
- Small tools: Pliers/multi-tool, umbracos, screwdrivers, duct tape, strong wire, strong rope
- Air pump / air cartridge
- Common spare parts such as brake rubber/brake pads, brake wire, gear wire)
- Shout/string for pulling teammate.
- Gear dropout (+ spare rear gear)
Equipment for checkpoint bag
TEAM BAG FOR CHECKPOINT MASI
- All riders pack three bags. In the form below you will find the out witch bag you meet where. Bag number 3 is the main bag, and you will find it at the checkpoint with mandatory long rest.
- Do you want to sleep – bring sleeping bag or duvet + bed sheet + pillow
- Suggestions for content:
- Clean and dry bike clothes
- Toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, various creams for rodents, Ibux)
- Towels
- Private diet
- Powerbars etc. o Mosquito repellent (oil, milk, spray, napkins)
- 2 – 4 hoses
- 1 – 2 piece tyres
- Brake fluid
- Brake pads / discs
- Extra empty drinking bottles
- Extra dropouts
- Extra shoes
- Extra brakes
- Extra crank
- Extra dropout
PS! All bags must be clearly marked with name, phone number and team number
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The technical support car will be available at some of the official checkpoints. The technical support car offers gear for maintenance work and adjustments. Parts cost standard retail prices and will be charged to the rider on the spot. Credit card for purchase is required.
The technical support car will carry some of the most common spare parts such as chains, tires, tubes, knobs, bolts and wires. There will be tools available at all checkpoints for simple repairs.
PS! We cannot guarantee that a technical car is present at your "checkpoint" at any time!
Checkpoint offers
No  |
Checkpoint | Area | Service car | Mattress | Showers | Hot food | Cold food | Bag | Distance | Estimated time (fastest team) |
Checkpoint opens | Final closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Alta - start | Alta city center | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
| 1 | Alta | Walking street | X | - | - | Salmon wraps | Drinks, nuts and fruits | - | 27 km | 1 hour 5 minutes |
29.07.19 |
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| 2 | Kvænangen | Public cabin | X | X | - | Stroganoff pot | X | 1 | 78 km | 4 hours 52 minutes |
30.07.19 |
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| 3 | Bidjovaggi | Public road | - | - | - |
Hodgepodge |
X | - | 70 km | 4 hours 56 minutes |
30.07.19 |
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| 4 | Kautokeino* | Sports hall | X | X | X |
Chicken with rice |
X | 3 | 47 km | 3 hours 3 minutes |
30.07.19 |
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| 5 | Masi | Public school | X | X | X |
Salmon duck |
X | 2 | 76 km | 3 hours 32 minutes |
30.07.19 |
01.08.19 |
| 6 | Suosshavri | Mountain lodge | X | X | X | Sautéed reindeer | X | 1 | 33 km | 2 hours 25 minutes |
30.07.19 |
01.08.19 |
| 7 | Karasjok* | Public school | X | X | X | Pizza | X | 3 | 82 km | 5 hours 51 minutes |
31.07.19 |
01.08.19 |
| 8 | Forest warden | Public cabin | X | X | - | Stew | X | 2 | 63 km | 6 hours 40 minutes |
31.07.19 |
02.08.19 |
| 9 | Mollis shock | Mountain lodge | - | X | - |
Fish cake / |
X | - | 67 km | 6 hours |
31.07.19 |
02.08.19 |
| 10 | Suossjavri 2 | Mountain lodge | X | X | X | Salmon soup | X | 1 | 32 km | 1 hour 42 minutes |
01.08.19 |
03.08.19 |
| 11 | Jotka | Mountain lodge | X | X | - | Meat soup | X | - | 53 km | 3 hours 59 minutes |
01.08.19 |
03.08.19 |
| 11a** | Tutteberget | Public road | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |||
| 12 | Alta - Finish line | Walking street | - | - | - | Chicken wraps | - | - | 45 km | TBA |
01.08.19 |
03.08.19 |
* 9 hours mandatory rest split between Kautokeino and Karasjok. Minimum 2 hours each.
** No technical support, but possible for private support
Its not allowed with private support on checkpoint Mollisjok and checkpoint Jotka
Red color: Rider will be taken out of the race. Green color: Men elite
Cold food consists of bread with cheese, ham and chocolate toppings
Below you can read more about the lodges we use as a checkpoint;
Trail and map
Maps
Downloads in pdf format
Full map 2021 available 14 days before the race
Detailed map 2021 available 14 days before the race
GPS
Tracks avilable only in GPX format. We have both stages and full track. The full track will be a bit more square in the corners.
program
Monday July 29th 2019
15.00
Registration Ishavskraft OF700
All classes
Place: Race office, Scandic hotel Alta
15.30
Riders meeting Ishavskraft OF700
All classes, extended for Solo
Place: Finnmarksalen, Scandic hotel Alta
20.00 (Race start 21.00)
Start ceremony Ishavskraft OF700
Women, Mix and Tour Men
Place: Alta city centre
22.00
Passing of 1. checkpoint Alta
Place: Alta center
Tuesday July 30th 2019
08.30 (Start 09.00)
Start ceremony Ishavskraft OF700
But elite
Place: Alta city centre
10.00
Passing of 1. checkpoint Alta
Place: Alta center
Friday August 2nd 2019
approx. 10.00
Winner will arrive in Alta city centre
Saturday August 3rd 2019
12.00
Deadline finishers
19.00
Banquet with prize ceremony
Place: Finnmarksalen, Scandic hotel Alta
Race packages
race rules 2021
All riders are responsible for knowing the Offroad Finnmark race rules. Download below;
Accommodation
ACCOMMODATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOL
Offroad Finnmark offers accommodation at Bossekop school. It is located only a quick five minute bike ride away from the start and finish area. We offer mattresses and cold food (no dinner). If you wish to make use of this solution, select "all included" when you sign up.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
If you want a more comfortable accommodation, we recommend Scandic hotel Alta. The start and finish line is on the doorstep of the hotel and the race office and banquets are in the hotel.
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