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
SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150k Solo
Offroad Finnmark begins the moment you sign up.
På 150 kilometer får du oppleve den ekte Offroad Finnmark-følelsen – pakket inn i et format som kan gjennomføres på én dag.
SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150k is our fastest and most intense race. Here you’ll get a taste of everything that makes Offroad Finnmark a world-class experience: spectacular scenery, challenging terrain, fantastic food, a unique sense of community, and hundreds of volunteers who do everything they can to ensure your success.
The route passes through much of the same spectacular terrain as the OF300k and OF700k. You’ll ride across open plains, through technical sections, and up long climbs before reaching Jotka Fjellstue—one of our most popular checkpoints. Here, you’ll be served hot, locally produced food and drinks before heading back toward Alta.
The OF150k is just as well-suited for those seeking a tough athletic challenge as it is for those who want to experience Offroad Finnmark without spending months on training, logistics, and gear. For many, this is also the natural first step toward the SmartDok OF300k and the Norrøna OF700k.
The race is organized as a solo race, but many participants choose to ride together through parts of the course.
The fastest riders finish in about 7 hours, while the time limit for earning the finisher’s jersey is 16 hours.
Competition Information
- Solo competition
- A maximum of 250 participants
- Classes:
- M/F, ages 17–19
- Men/Women, ages 20–29
- Men/Women, ages 30–39
- Men/Women, ages 40–49
- Men and Women, Ages 50–59
- Men and Women, Ages 60–69
- Men/Women 70+
- Private support is not allowed.
- Offroad Finnmark offers technical service, a full checkpoint service, and food and drinks to all participants.
- 10-minute mandatory stay both in Alta and at Jotka Fjellstue.
- Deadline for the finisher's jersey: 16 hours (Sunday at 2:00 a.m.).
Flexible Registration
You can change your distance or category free of charge until July 17. You will only pay any price difference if the new distance has a higher entry fee.
You can also transfer or sell your starting spot free of charge until July 17. The new participant will take over your registration and pay any price difference between the amount you originally paid and the current participant fee.
You can find information about changes or transfers here:
https://www.elapse.no/events/offroadfinnmark/2026/registration_no.html
After July 17, all changes must be agreed upon with:
Kjetil Johansen
Phone: 905 00 951
Email: kjetil@offroadfinnmark.no
Note: For registrations after July 10 you may
Information about SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150
GPS/GPX Track 2026
Published on July 3
WHEN
Saturday July 25, at. 10.00 - Sunday July 26, at. 02.00
Rider presentation
Pedestrian street by Scandic Alta Sat 25. Christmas. at 09.00
Registration
Early Bird from Aug 13 at 20:00 until Aug 17. : 2799,-
ATTENTION. A one-time license can be purchased from us upon registration.
Year-round licenses can be purchased from the cycling federation from December 2025
Checkpoint
See the offers at Checkpoint 2026
"The total experience - my best experience on a bike!"
Participant OF 2025
Prizes
All classes
| Prizes | |
|---|---|
| 1st prize |
TBA* |
| 2nd prize | TBA* |
| 3rd prize |
TBA* |
TBA* = To be announced
Participation Prize
Finisher Jersey
Requirements for Premiums
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 earn a finisher's jersey, you must cross the finish line within the specified 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 goal is for the last participant to receive the same level of support as the winner.
Required for all riders:
- 113 App: Must be downloaded from the home screen of your phone.
- Effective protection against mosquitoes and the weather:
- Mosquito Repellent
- Mosquito net/hat
- Emergency Survival Sleeping Bag: 1 pc.
- Insulated jacket: At least 250 grams or a down jacket
- Full-body shell jacket: Windproof and water-repellent, not form-fitting
- If you have a jacket that meets all the requirements listed in the mandatory equipment list, it is acceptable and meets the requirements.
- Warm clothes
- One layer of dry underwear: Super or wool
- Sufficient amounts of food
- First aid kit: Includes tape, adhesive strips, bandages, and a small pair of scissors or knife
- Matches/lighters: Store in a waterproof bag
- GPS + an extra fully charged power bank: Minimum capacity of 8,000 mAh
- Must be able to load maps and tracks and display maps on the screen
- If your GPS fails, you'll need one of these alternatives:
- Extra maps and a compass
- GPX tracks and maps downloaded to a cell phone
- Additional GPS unit
- Cell Phone: For Emergencies
- Helmet: Helmet approved in accordance with NCF/UCI rules
- Bicycle: It is recommended to ride a full-suspension bike or a high-quality mountain bike.
Offers at the checkpoints in 2026
| No. | Checkpoint | Description | Technical | Hot food | Cold food | Number of kilometers | Estimated time for Fastest rider | ATTENTION! - time check out | Absolute Last Check-out |
| 0 | Start Áltá | Gågate scandic | X | - | - | ||||
| 1 | Áltá Pass | Gågate scandic | X | X | 26,7 | 10:50 | - | - | |
| 2 | Joatka | Mountain Lodge | X | Bidos / Porridge oats | X | 64,1 | 13:50 | 26/7 - 19:50 | 26/7 - 21:00 |
| 3 | Áltá finish | Scandic Pedestrian Street | 65,6 | 16:50 | 26/7 - 02:00 | 27/7 - 02:00 |
*NB. 10-minute mandatory stop at checkpoint Alta and Jotka Fjellstue. In wet conditions, the estimated time increases.
Hot food Joatka Fjellstue: Hot food is gluten, lactose and nut 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 will be created for all reported allergies before July 15
Tracks and Maps 2026
Map
Download Maps (.pdf files).
GPS/GPX tracks "one by one" 2026
GPS/GPX
Option A:
When you download “OFxxx_stages,” you’ll get a file containing all the legs for the selected race (OF150, OF300, or OF700). This means that when you use the file on your GPS device, you must activate a new track for each checkpoint. Note: Make sure you get all the stages loaded. Some GPS devices have trouble with this.
Option B:
If you download a file from the “All-files” subfolder, you’ll get a file for the entire race. Please note that the files for OF300 and OF700 may contain more waypoints than some older GPS devices can handle. Make sure the entire file loads onto your device.
Option C:
If you can't get all the segments to work on your device, you can download the segments one by one from the "One-by-one" folder.
Instructions for transferring tracks to a Garmin Edge:
- Download the files using our link and save them locally on your PC or Mac.
- Connect your GPS to your PC or Mac using a cable
- Copy the GPX file to the "New files" folder on your 1030.
- Disconnect your GPS by tapping the "Safely Eject and Disconnect" icon.
- Test to make sure all the tracks are working.
If you have a newer Garmin GPS, you can also use the free Connect app to transfer the tracks to your device. There, the track (GPX file) is converted into a route that helps you navigate.
Instructions for retrieving a route from Connect:
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- Download the files using our link and save them locally on your PC, Mac, or phone.
- Log in to Connect on your PC or Mac, or to the web version of Connect on your phone. You cannot use the phone app for this.
- Upload the GPX file to Connect via "Import Data"
- The next time you sync your GPS device, the route will be ready to use.
Ride package SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge OF150 km Solo
Regulations 2026
All participants are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the regulations of Offroad Finnmark. You can download the regulations below;
Accommodations
Hotel Accommodations
We highly recommend Scandic Alta. The hotel is in a prime location, with the start and finish areas right outside the front door, and the race office and banquet facilities located in the hotel.
- To book a room at Scandic Alta: BOFI220726
- Can be booked until: June 3, 2026
- Free cancellation until 6:00 p.m. on the day of arrival
- Individual ordering and payment.
- The reservation must be guaranteed with a credit card at the time of booking
- Standard single room per night: Price 1,190,-
- Standard double room per night: Price 1,190.-
- All rooms, including breakfast and VAT.
Applies to the period of residence: 22.07. – August 2, 2026
- Visit scandichotels.com
- Choose Scandic Alta
- Enter the dates of your stay
- Select the number of people (1 or 2)
- Enter the booking code: BOFI220726
If there are no standard double rooms available, you can use the sports rate code: D000053836 to access other room categories that are available.
Booking & Customer Service: 23 15 50 00
Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.