BAMM supported by OMM (Björkliden Arctic Mountain Marathon) is one of Sweden’s most challenging and spectacular competitions in mountain running and navigation. It’s a two-day event for two-person teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed) that takes place in untracked mountain terrain around Riksgränsen and Björkliden.
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BAMM - Mountain Navigation in Untracked Terrain
From 2500 SEKWHAT IS BAMM?
Team Competition with Overnight Stay: You always compete in a teams of two, and you must stay together throughout the entire competition. An obligatory overnight stay in the mountains is included, requiring you to carry all the necessary equipment to complete the challenge.
Mountain Orienteering in Untracked Terrain: The courses are not marked. Instead, teams receive a map with control points marked on it just before the start. Each team is responsible for planning their route choices between controls, which demands good navigation skills and mountain experience. The terrain is often tough with significant elevation changes.
DISTANCES
BAMM 30: Approximately 30 km (as the crow flies) spread over two days. For this class, tents and sleeping bags can be transported to the overnight camp, allowing for lighter packs. It suits those with some mountain experience and basic navigation skills.
BAMM 50: Approximately 50 km (as the crow flies) spread over two days. Participants carry all their own equipment. This class demands higher levels of mountain experience, navigation, and fitness.
BAMM 70: Approximately 70 km (as the crow flies) spread over two days. This class places very high demands on fitness, mountain experience, and advanced navigation skills. Participants carry all their own equipment.