2025 Personliga Rekordens Tävling

The 2025 Personliga Rekordens Tävling takes place December 5–7, 2025, in Växjö, Sweden, featuring an indoor running event centered around Tipshallen football pitch and sprint hall. Participants will compete on a ~375-meter indoor loop with official timing and live results tracking throughout the weekend. Early December in Växjö typically brings cold temperatures ranging from -2°C to 2°C, with possible snow or frost, making layered clothing and warm gear essential for indoor comfort at the maintained temperature of approximately 17°C. The event offers multiple race formats spanning from 6-hour sprints to 24-hour endurance challenges, with separate categories for men and women, comprehensive facilities including refreshment stations and shower amenities, and an awards structure recognizing top finishers and all race completers.

What race distances and formats are available?

• →100 km race (Friday, December 5 at 06:00)
• →12-hour race (Friday, December 5 at 06:00)
• →24-hour race (Saturday, December 6 at 11:00)
• →6-hour race #1 (Saturday, December 6 at 11:00)
• →6-hour race #2 (Saturday, December 6 at 18:00)
• →6-hour race #3 (Sunday, December 7 at 05:00)

What are the registration fees for each event?

• →100 km race: SEK 800
• →12-hour race: SEK 800
• →24-hour race: SEK 1,100
• →6-hour races: SEK 650 per race

What are the participant limits for each event category?

The 24-hour race accommodates up to 110 participants, while the 100 km and 12-hour races each allow a maximum of 35 participants. Each of the three separate 6-hour races is limited to 20 participants per session.

What are the event dates and schedule?

The event runs across three days with the following schedule:

Friday, December 5: 100 km and 12-hour races begin at 06:00

Saturday, December 6: 24-hour race starts at 11:00; 6-hour race #1 starts at 11:00; 6-hour race #2 starts at 18:00

Sunday, December 7: 6-hour race #3 starts at 05:00

How does the course layout work?

The race takes place on an indoor loop of approximately 375 meters around Tipshallen football pitch and sprint hall. The direction changes every 6 hours to provide variety during the races. Official timing is provided for all marathon, 100 km, 100 miles, 6-hour, and 12-hour events using chip timing with wristbands, with lap times displayed on TV screens throughout the venue.

What categories are available for participants?

Separate men's and women's categories are offered for all race distances and formats.

What refreshments and meals are provided?

Drinks and light food are available throughout the event. Hot and cold meals are served every 6 hours to support participants during their races.

What facilities are available for participants?

Toilets are located near the track for easy access. Dressing rooms and showers are available at Värendsvallen stadium. Rest areas are provided for participants to use mattresses, tables, and chairs, with some items available for loan from the organizers. The indoor venue maintains a temperature of approximately 17°C.

What are the awards for finishers?

The top 3 male and female finishers in each event receive honorary prizes. All race completers are awarded medals. Additional prizes are raffled during the awards ceremony.

What are the key rules and restrictions?

Pacers are not permitted in any race. All participants must wear their number plate visibly at all times. Outdoor shoes are not allowed indoors. Friendly football games may take place during the event, though these will have no audience and will not interfere with racing activities.

Are there separate categories for different runner levels?

Special spots are reserved for elite runners and event organizers. General registration is available for all other participants through the standard registration process, with spots allocated based on availability and registration timing.

What should participants know about registration availability?

Demand for this event is consistently high with limited spots available. Registration opens June 22, 2025, at 19:00 CET. Additional bibs may be released in October or November if spots become available. Some runners may resell their bibs, providing alternative opportunities for those unable to secure spots during initial registration.