Garmin Eldslóðin 2026
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Rules and Terms – Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail
A. General
The rules of Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail are based on ITRA guidelines for the organization of trail running events. All distances in Eldslóðin Fire Trail are classified as trail races.
B. Participant Responsibility
The distance and difficulty of the courses, weather conditions, and natural environment place physical and mental demands on participants.
C. Event Modifications
The organizer reserves the right to postpone the race or change the course if the event cannot be conducted as planned.
D. Weather Conditions
Participants decide for themselves whether to race in fog or other adverse weather conditions.
E. Rule Awareness
Participants are responsible for familiarizing themselves with and complying with all rules of Eldslóðin Fire Trail.
F. Scope of Rules
These rules cover registration, safety, and participant welfare before, during, and after the race.
G. Environmental Protection
The rules also aim to ensure that participants and staff protect the sensitive natural environment, respect vegetation and marked trails, and leave no litter or waste behind.
1. Registration
When registering for Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail, participants must confirm acceptance of the event’s terms and conditions by checking the appropriate box. Registration cannot be completed without accepting the terms.
By registering, I confirm the following:
2. Participant Declarations (Signed at Race Pack Collection)
I am in adequate physical and mental condition to participate in and complete the race.
I acknowledge that I understand the difficulty level of the race.
I have reviewed the official cut-off times prior to the start of the race and understand that all runners who fail to meet cut-off times will be stopped, without exception.
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with the rules of Eldslóðin Fire Trail.
I am in adequate physical and mental condition to participate in and complete the race.
I acknowledge that I understand the difficulty level of the race.
I have reviewed the official cut-off times prior to the start of the race and understand that all runners who fail to meet cut-off times will be stopped, without exception.
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with the rules of Eldslóðin Fire Trail.
3. Course and Environmental Rules
The Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail course runs through mountainous terrain on Hellisheiði.
Littering is strictly prohibited. Disposal of human waste outside designated toilet facilities is strictly forbidden.
Participants must carry their own cups or bottles for use at aid stations. Disposable paper cups will not be provided.
4. Race Rules
Participants confirm that they are physically and mentally fit and adequately prepared to complete their chosen race distance within the official time limits.
I understand that the role of race organizers and staff is not to “rescue” participants who are insufficiently prepared in terms of training, nutrition, or equipment. Each runner is responsible for their own safety and must be capable of handling unexpected situations.
I agree to follow all instructions given by race staff and to accept assistance when deemed necessary for my safety or the safety of others.
By participating in Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail, I waive any right to claim compensation from the event organizers, staff, or partners for injury, illness, accidents, or any unforeseen incidents that may occur during the event.
Participants must comply with mandatory clothing and equipment requirements and carry appropriate gear. See the official equipment list.
Race bib numbers must be clearly visible on the front of the participant at all times. Participants must also wear the timing chip on their ankle.
For timing accuracy and safety purposes, all participants must pass over timing mats at the start, checkpoints, and finish line.
Participants who withdraw from the race due to illness or injury must report to the designated race official at the nearest checkpoint or station.
Receiving outside assistance from anyone not officially registered in the race is prohibited, except in emergency situations.
Each participant is responsible for refusing outside assistance unless it is an emergency.
Participants must not run with unregistered runners. Each participant must carry their own equipment, waste, and drink containers. Participants must show consideration for others.
Participants may assist fellow runners when safety is at stake. The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any participant who fails to comply with race rules.
Participants confirm that they are physically and mentally fit and adequately prepared to complete their chosen race distance within the official time limits.
I understand that the role of race organizers and staff is not to “rescue” participants who are insufficiently prepared in terms of training, nutrition, or equipment. Each runner is responsible for their own safety and must be capable of handling unexpected situations.
I agree to follow all instructions given by race staff and to accept assistance when deemed necessary for my safety or the safety of others.
By participating in Garmin Eldslóðin Fire Trail, I waive any right to claim compensation from the event organizers, staff, or partners for injury, illness, accidents, or any unforeseen incidents that may occur during the event.
Participants must comply with mandatory clothing and equipment requirements and carry appropriate gear. See the official equipment list.
Race bib numbers must be clearly visible on the front of the participant at all times. Participants must also wear the timing chip on their ankle.
For timing accuracy and safety purposes, all participants must pass over timing mats at the start, checkpoints, and finish line.
Participants who withdraw from the race due to illness or injury must report to the designated race official at the nearest checkpoint or station.
Receiving outside assistance from anyone not officially registered in the race is prohibited, except in emergency situations.
Each participant is responsible for refusing outside assistance unless it is an emergency.
Participants must not run with unregistered runners. Each participant must carry their own equipment, waste, and drink containers. Participants must show consideration for others.
Participants may assist fellow runners when safety is at stake. The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any participant who fails to comply with race rules.
5. Penalties
Participants who violate race rules may be disqualified.
Participants who fail to comply with instructions may be held financially responsible for any costs incurred for search, rescue, or medical assistance.
Participants who violate race rules may be disqualified.
Participants who fail to comply with instructions may be held financially responsible for any costs incurred for search, rescue, or medical assistance.
6. Rights of the Organizers
The organizers are not responsible for external factors affecting participants, including weather, natural hazards, pedestrian or vehicle traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
The organizers may remove or stop any participant who lacks appropriate clothing or mandatory equipment for prevailing conditions.
The organizers may disqualify or remove any participant who poses a risk to themselves or others or violates race rules.
The organizers are not responsible for illness or injury occurring during travel to and from the event or during the race.
Participants are encouraged to seek assistance from race staff in case of illness or injury. However, participation is always at the participant’s own risk, even when assistance is provided.
The organizers reserve the right to cancel the event at short notice due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances that could endanger participants.
The organizers are not responsible for external factors affecting participants, including weather, natural hazards, pedestrian or vehicle traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
The organizers may remove or stop any participant who lacks appropriate clothing or mandatory equipment for prevailing conditions.
The organizers may disqualify or remove any participant who poses a risk to themselves or others or violates race rules.
The organizers are not responsible for illness or injury occurring during travel to and from the event or during the race.
Participants are encouraged to seek assistance from race staff in case of illness or injury. However, participation is always at the participant’s own risk, even when assistance is provided.
The organizers reserve the right to cancel the event at short notice due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances that could endanger participants.
7. Appeals
Participants who believe they have been treated unfairly may submit a formal complaint to the race organizer. Complaints must be submitted in writing to the Race Director during the event.
Appeals regarding final results in the men’s and women’s categories must be submitted no later than 20:00 on the day following the race.
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