Extra long Trail Running Story - TORX® with Kailas

Ten days that last a lifetime. The 2026 edition of TORX® with Kailas will leave an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who took part, whether running along the trails or following the journey from home. It’s almost impossible to summarise the intense emotions experienced from September 11 to 20 in Courmayeur and throughout the entire Aosta Valley, because everyone lives their own personal TOR. Some run to win, some to challenge themselves, to go on an unforgettable journey, or to push beyond their own limits. Even those who have taken part multiple times know that every single TOR is completely unique. Yet, there is something that all 2,606 starters across the five races undeniably shared: -The breathtaking landscapes of the Aosta Valley mountains -The incredible warmth of over 2,500 VolonTOR -The care and dedication of doctors, nurses, and more than 100 MassaggiaTORs -The safety ensured by 20 mountain guides and precise route markers -The relentless work of helicopter pilots and operators transporting gear to high altitudes -The warm enthusiasm of refuge managers, "sweepers" (scopa), and cheering fans -The watchful eyes of the race marshals -The lifelong friendships formed along the trail -The sweat, the fatigue, the pure joy at the finish line, and the quiet dignity in overcoming disappointment.