O Tank Trail - Kymi Sports & Culture Association in collaboration with the Region of Central Greece and the Municipality of Kymi-Aliveri,
host Openhill Downhill race. The race belongs to the Downhill 2019 Panhellenic Cup, as the 5th of the 5 cup matches.
Race Date and Time: Sunday, November 10, 2019 10:00 am
Location: Kimi Evia, Koutsiko area, East of Kimi, "Tank Trail"
Route: Route length 1450m, altitude difference 377m
Starting altitude: 502m
Finish altitude: 237m
Route:
The route is approximately 1594m, of medium technical difficulty, with slopes, jumps, wooden and earthworks and
Designed for downhill bikes, with a minimum of 160mm of full-suspension suspension.
On the track there will be warning signs at all difficult or strange points as well as alternate routes (chicken runs) at the most difficult sections of the route.
The starting point is at the highest point of the reservoir mountain, at an altitude of 502 meters. The finish is in the familiar but with a sweeter approach "Death" altitude of 237 meters, 377 meters below the start.
The uplift point will be at the secretariat 200m from the finish.
https://www.trailforks.com/trails/tank-trail/
Race schedule:
Saturday 9/10/2019:
09:00 Registration starts at the secretariat
09: 30-11: 00 Route ID hike
11: 30-16: 00 Free training for competitors (mandatory entry number and validation sticker on the bike)
16:30 Route closure, route maintenance and inspection by organizers
Note: The secretariat will remain open throughout the free training period and all participants must receive and
have the participation number and the sticker on their bicycles to perform free training.
In the event of a decision not to participate in the race but to participate in Saturday's climbs and rehearsals the cost is reduced to € 10
Sunday 10/10/2019:
08: 00-10: 00 Open secretariat
9: 00-10: 30 Official Training (Obligatory 2 attempts by all)
11: 00-14: 00 First timed descent (Qualifications)
14:30 - Second timed descent (Final)
18:00 Finishing at the Terminal (at Kymi Square)
Entry limit:
The entry limit is set at 120. A strict order of priority will be observed.
All riders will compete in the final.
Each competitor will have a specific start time.
* Times and times may vary depending on the number of participants.
CATEGORIES OF SPORTS
Junior 12 to 18 (2001 - 2007)
Elite 19 to 29 (1990 - 2000)
Master 30 to 39 (1980 - 1989)
Veteran 40 and up (1979 and back)
Women of all ages
Single Crown regardless of age
Minors 12 to 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the necessary signatures or have a responsible guardian statement endorsed by a public authority (KEP, Police Department)
TIMING
The timing of the race will be done by individual sensors that will be received by the participants from the secretariat with the delivery of their police ID.
No one will receive a police card or passport at the secretariat, if you lose your personal sensor you have to replace it.
The downhill race involves two timed attempts.
The first will be the qualification of those who have applied. Athletes get a starting line-up with one minute difference,
according to the personal entry number. All times will qualify for the final and give the start rankings according to their time.
The athlete with the best time starts at the end. In case of unforeseen delay or deterioration of weather conditions, it is up to the clerk to give a start every half minute,
as well as the Final start before 14:30 if the qualifying process is complete and ready for the final effort.
terms of participation
Those who are in good health and fitness are eligible to participate and their experience can help meet the requirements of a downhill route.
All competitors must have the proper equipment and their bicycles in good working order. Otherwise they cannot participate in the race.
USE OF NECESSARY AND CORRECT EQUIPMENT
Closed type helmet
Chest
Knee pads
Angels
Gloves
Mask
In case the athlete has deficiencies in his equipment and consequently does not cover his basic safety he will not take part in the race.
The use of neck brace is optional.
Using a personal number of athlete on the bike handle, which they will receive from the secretariat, both in training and in the semi-final and final race.
Notification of athlete's secretariat in case of voluntary abandonment for any reason.
All competitors should have the proper equipment and their bicycles in good working order.
Otherwise they will not be able to take part in the race (before the start all athletes will be checked to see if their equipment is complete
for this type of event if they are not already registered and the organizer is not obliged to refund them)
The rescue team, medical staff and ambulance will also be on site. All hazardous areas will be properly marked and protected with special layers.
At the same time, they are accompanied by chicken runs. Along the way there will be referees, equipped with whistles and responsible for the smooth passage of riders,
keeping track of the route and being notified in the event of an accident. If, for any reason, there is a rider who, due to some exogenous factor, had to stop,
he must report it to the secretariat which, with the concurring opinion of a judge close to the incident, will authorize him to resume his work.
DISCLAIMER OF THE ORGANIZER
All athletes are responsible for their fitness and must be examined by a physician before the race if they are unsure of their fitness.
Participants are aware of the potential risk of personal injury or damage to their equipment from participating in mountain biking races and their consequences.
The organizer is not responsible for the injury or any damage to the health of the participants, who submit that they are aware of the dangers of moving in a mountainous environment,
have the relevant experience, are insured in the event of an accident during their participation and that their health is good and allows them to fight.
Nor is it liable for injury or any other incident to third parties present at the race. By registering in the race, the athletes,
declare that they will in no way turn or claim against their organizers or representatives or the sponsors or the supervisory authority if they are affected,
physical or moral injury to themselves or their companions or to any third party due to their registration or participation in the particular race.
Trainings on the racetrack (in addition to the official training): It will be ready and signaled on 8/11/2019 for training with the sole responsibility of the participants.
On Friday tracks will remain closed for maintenance while there will be alternative lines! )
The organizers reserve the right not to allow an athlete to finish the race if the race doctor has given his opinion.
ROUTE MODIFICATION
The organizer may change or modify the route if for any reason he considers that there is a risk to the safety of the competitors.
It can also delay the start or even cancel or postpone the race due to bad weather or for any other reason.
COMPLAINTS
Appeals for any reason are made only by the athlete himself at the latest 30 minutes after the race ends.
Any decision by the protest committee is final.
Penalty
All of the following violations carry the penalty of exclusion: - Failure to show or alter membership number. -
Not displaying the sticker. - Accept external assistance. - Use of motor or electrical aids. - Disposal of waste. -
Obstruction of another athlete or un athletic behavior. - Non-compliance with reviewers' instructions. - Rude, inappropriate behavior towards the organizing committee, judges, volunteers etc. -
Failure to present to technical inspection. Non-attendance at the scheduled start time - Refuse to be examined by the organization's physician if necessary at any time during the race.
ADVERTISING
Each contestant's application form allows the organizer to photograph and video during the race and awards for promotional and promotional purposes.
RULES REGULATIONS
EOP regulations apply & UCI for mountain biking.
The organization reserves the right to amend these rules of competition without prior notice if necessary.
Under no circumstances will any change affect the style of the fight.
ADJUSTABLE SETTINGS
The Standing Committee, which has the right to amend it, shall decide on the spot and finally on anything not specified in the notice of the race.
DECLARATION OF PARTICIPATION
In order for an athlete to compete in the "Tank Trail DH Race - Kymi 2019" you must:
To deposit the participation amount by bank, by Thursday 7 November 2019
Fill out the PARTICIPATION FORM https://forms.gle/ZbGFir8K31vm9s2m7
Have read the notice and agree to the terms of participation
PARTICIPATION FEE
The cost for an athlete's two-day race is set at 30 euros (while it costs 20 euros for active members of the tank trail sport and cultural association) and
must be deposited in National Bank account 381-00266-543, with the name of the beneficiary of the "Tank Trail Athletic Cultural Association" (or in IBAN format: GR4101103810000038100266543),
obligatory stating the name of the athlete making the deposit. In case of multiple deposits, all athletes' names should be written on the description.
CAUTION! Entries by Thursday 07 November 2019.
If an athlete makes a deposit via e-banking from another bank, he / she will be charged all transaction costs,
otherwise the secretariat will be given the equivalent of a validation of its participation. Refunds due to cancellation of participation, injuries, etc. are not possible.
In case of cancellation of the event, the participation fee will be refunded in full within 10 days.
There is a possibility of paying € 5 for the weekend of the event, a total of € 35 or € 25 for active club members and with no additional exceptions,
strictly the opening hours of the secretariat.
The cost of participation includes:
- the right to participate in the race
- timing
- Water supply, local sweet and Mini Snack
- first aid, physician support for race day
- the movement of athletes from the end of the track to its beginning, on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 to 16:30 on both days,
provided that they have received their entry number and their entry sticker from the secretariat and have signed the responsible statement
- Souvenir - T-shirt Race
RECOMMENDATIONS
The awards for each category will take place at the end of the race at Kimi Square, according to the schedule.
AWARDS
- Cup in the top three winners of each category.
- Medal in fourth, fifth and sixth in each category.
- Money: Elite 1st: 150euro, 2nd: 100euro, 3rd: 50euro
1st Master: 50th Euro, 2nd & 3rd: Gifts
Single Crown 1st: 50th Euro, 2nd & 3rd: Gifts
Junior, Women, Veteran 1,2,3: Gifts
ACCESS
The Secretariat will be located at Kona Kimi Square (at KEP).
DETAILS
Valid entries Only those who have completed the relevant entry form are considered eligible. Refunds due to cancellation of participation, injuries, etc. Not possible.
In case of cancellation of the event, the participation fee will be refunded in full within 10 days.
