SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 - our Formula 1 offer for MTB cyclists
Shorter than the longest, far from easy
We are the region's bank with 15 offices in Northern Norway. In addition, our biggest owner is actually all of us who live here in the north.
Get a taste of Offroad Finnmark
SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km is the Ultramarathon MTB race for everyone
Offroad Finnmark 150 is our "Formula 1" race, and consists of 150 kilometers in tough terrain. The race is conducted as a day race. At 300 and 700 km you can ride in teams, Sparebank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km is organized as a Solo ride, but we see that many participants ride together.
OF150 km takes you through much of the same terrain as our longer races and you really get to experience what Offroad Finnmark is all about. Every year we visit Jotka Fjellstue, a regular checkpoint on the OF150. Here you get free hot food and drink, before the return to Alta.
The race is excellent for those who do not have the opportunity to spend a lot of time on training, planning and equipment. At the same time, it is excellent for those who want to compete. It's also a great entry point for those who one day dream of riding the OF300 and OF700.
Our fastest participants complete the race in about 7 hours. To be eligible for the finisher's jersey, the race must be completed within 16 hours.
Sparebank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km Solo
- Solo competition
- Limited number of participants: 250
- Classes: Women and men and year classes
- Do not allow with private support
- OF will provide technical and all checkpoint support, food and drinks.
- 10 minutes mandatory break in Alta and at Joatka fjellstue
- Time limit for finisher's jersey: 16 hours. At 02.00 Sunday.
- Flexible enrollment
- You can change distance or class free of charge up to 24 hours before the start. No change costs other than any additional charges.
- You can transfer or sell your place free of charge up to 24 hours before the start. No change costs other than any intermediate charges.
- If you need to change information in your profile after this date, please contact Kjetil Johansen: 905 00 951 / email: kjetil@offroadfinnmark.no
- Please note: When registering after July 10, we cannot guarantee allergy-adapted food beyond gluten or lactose-free food.
Information about SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150
GPS/GPX Track 2025
To be published 04. July
WHEN
Saturday July 26, at. 10.00 - Sunday July 27. at 02.00
Rider presentation
Pedestrian street by Scandic Alta Sat 26. Christmas. at 09.00
Registration
Early Bird from Sept 24 at 18.00 - Sept 26: 2599,-
ATTENTION. A one-time license can be purchased from us upon registration.
Year-round licenses can be purchased from the cycling federation from 2025
Check point
See offer on checkpoint 2024
"The total experience - my best experience on a bike!"
Participant OF 2022
Premiums
All classes
| Premiums | |
|---|---|
| 1st prize |
TBA* |
| 2nd premium | TBA* |
| 3rd prize |
TBA* |
TBA* = To be announced
Participant prize
Finisher jersey
Prerequisite for prizes
Awards require a minimum of three to three starting participants in the class.
3 starting participants trigger more prizes 1st place. 4-6 starting participants trigger more prizes 1. and 2nd place. 7 or more starting participants trigger prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
To get a finisher's jersey, you must reach the finish line within the set time limit.
Equipment
Offroad Finnmark starts the moment you register!
Offroad Finnmark 150 is a solo "Formula 1" race, and consists of 150 kilometers in tough terrain. The race is conducted as a day race.
Sparebank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km covers much of the same terrain as our longer rides and you really get a feel for the adventure and what Offroad Finnmark is all about. Every year we visit Jotka Fjellstue, a regular checkpoint on the OF150 since 2008. Here you get delicious free hot food and drink, before the return to Alta.
The ride is excellent for those who do not have the opportunity to spend a lot of time training. At the same time, it is excellent for those who want to challenge themselves and others. It is also a great entry for those who one day dream of cycling some of the longer rides Offroad Finnmark can put up with.
The fastest participants complete the race in about 7 hours. To get a finisher's jersey, the race must be completed within 16 hours. The riders themselves must bring what they need in addition to the mandatory equipment.
Our many volunteers are ready to give you care and preparedness that you won't find anywhere else. They ensure that our participants get a unique offer such as technical service, bike washing, and anything else you may need help or assistance with. The only thing our volunteers think about is making sure that our cyclists get as optimal an experience as possible. You cannot help but be touched by their care.
Age limit 17 years. (If you turn 17 in the year of the event, you can participate.)
Offroad Finnmark takes care of all technical and checkpoint support, food and drink.
Technical
Technical support checkpoint Alta and Joatka mountain lodge. If you need assistance, call the race leader immediately, and they will try to get your equipment to the next checkpoint.
Our ambition is that the last participant receives as good follow-up as the winner.
Mandatory for all riders:
- 113 App: Must be downloaded to the front of your phone.
- Effective protection against mosquitoes and the weather:
- Mosquito repellent
- Mosquito net/hat
- Emergency survival sleeping bag: 1 pc.
- Insulation jacket: Minimum 250 grams or down jacket
- Shell clothing for the whole body: Windproof and water-repellent, not tight-fitting
- If you have a jacket that covers all the functions described in the mandatory equipment list, it is acceptable and meets the requirements.
- Warm clothes
- One layer of dry underwear: Super or wool
- Adequate amounts of food
- First aid kit: Includes tape, strips, bandages, and a small scissors/knife
- Matches/lighters: Store in a waterproof bag
- GPS + an additional fully charged power pack: Minimum 8000 mAh capacity
- Must be able to load maps and tracks and display maps on screen
- If the GPS fails, you must have one of these options:
- Extra map and compass
- GPX tracks and maps downloaded to the mobile phone
- Additional GPS unit
- Mobile phone: For emergencies
- Helmet: Approved helmet according to NCF/UCI rules
- Bicycle: It is recommended to ride a full suspension or a high-quality mountain bike.
offers at the checkpoints 2025
| No. | Check point | Description | Technical | Hot food | Cold food | Number of kilometers | Estimated time (hours) | ATTENTION! - time check out | Absolutely last check out |
| 0 | Start Áltá | Gågate scandic | X | - | - | ||||
| 1 | Áltá passage | Gågate scandic | X | X | 26,7 | 1hour | - | - | |
| 2 | Joatka | Mountain lodge | X | X | X | 64,1 | 3 hours and 20 minutes | 26/7 - 19:50 | 26/7 - 23:00 |
| 3 | Áltá finish | Gågate Scandic | 65,6 | 2 hours and 45min | 26/7 - 02:00 | 27/7 - 02:00 |
*NB. 10-minute mandatory stop at checkpoint Alta and Jotka Fjellstue. Number of km. rounded to the nearest whole kilometre. In wet conditions, the estimated time increases.
Hot food Joatka Fjellstue: All hot food is gluten and lactose free
Cold food Joatka Fjellstue: Oatmeal, omelette with ham, hard-boiled eggs, bread, polar bread, cold cuts (cheese, ham, nugatti, jam etc.). Bananas, chips. Cola, blue Farris, water, blackcurrant juice and coffee.
Alternatives to hot dishes are made for all registered allergies.
Track and Map 2025
Map
Download Maps (.pdf files).
GPS/GPX tracks "one by one" 2025
GPS/GPX
Option A:
When you download "OFxxx_stages" you get a file containing all the stages for the selected race (OF150, OF300 or OF700). This means that when you use the file on the GPS device, you must activate a new track for each checkpoint. NB: Check that you get all the subtractions in. Some GPSs struggle with this.
Option B:
If you download a file from the "All-files" subfolder, you will get a file for the entire ride. Please note that the file for OF300 and OF700 may contain more points than some older GPS can handle. Test that the entire file enters your device.
Option C:
If you cannot get all the features to work on your device, you can download the features individually from the "One-by-one" folder
Recipe for transferring tracks to Garmin Edge:
- Download the files via our link and save it locally on your PC/MAC.
- Connect your GPS via cable to PC/MAC
- Copy the GPX file into the "New files" folder on your 1030.
- Disconnect your GPS using the "Safely Release and Disconnect" icon.
- Test that all tracks work.
If you have a newer Garmin GPS, it is also possible to use the free Connect program to transfer the tracks to your device. Here, the track (GPX file) is converted into a route that helps you navigate.
Recipe for retrieving route from Connect:
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- Download the files via our link and save it locally on your PC/MAC/phone.
- Log in to Connect on PC/MAC or the network version of Connect on your phone. It is not possible to use the phone app for this.
- Upload the GPX file to Connect via "Import data"
- The next time you synchronize your GPS device, the route will be ready to use.
Ride package SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km Solo
Regulations 2025
All participants are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the regulations of Offroad Finnmark. You can download the regulations below;
Accommodation
Accommodation at a hotel
We warmly recommend Scandic Alta. The hotel is right in the middle of the action, with the start and finish area right outside the front door, and the secretariat and banquets at the hotel.
- To book a room at Scandic Alta: BOFF270725
- Can be booked until: 16.06.25
- Free cancellation until 18:00 on the day of arrival
- Individual ordering and payment.
- The reservation must be guaranteed by credit card when booking
- Standard double room
Price: 1090,-
All rooms Incl. breakfast and VAT.
Applies to the bidding period: 20.07.2025 - 03.08.2025
- Visit scandichotels.com
- Choose Scandic Alta
- Enter the dates of your stay
- Select the number of people (1 or 2)
- Enter the booking code: BOFF270725
Should there be no more standard double rooms available, you can use the code for sports price: D000053836 to access other room categories that are available.
Booking & customer service: 23 15 50 00
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08.00 – 20.00