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Elbrus Mountain Race

03-Aug-2018 Elbrus Village, Russia

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77KM / 48Miles
3 Days - 200 Runners

Alternate Distances: 59KM/37M 46KM/29M

DIFFICULTY Race Difficulty Brutal  

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Elbrus Mountain Race – 77 km with 5 070 meters climbing on the course not marked on the terrain around Elbrus – marked on the map and downloadable to GPS.

Team of 2-4 persons participation. Start from village Azau. 5 point ITRA, 5 point UTMB®.

The Elbrus (5642 m) is a legendary mount in the Caucasus mountain chain, located in southern Russia between the Black and the Caspian Sea.

With its 5642 meters (18 510 ft.) above the sea level, the western summit of Elbrus is the highest peak of geographical Europe. The Elbrus is a mount of volcanic nature what explains its distinct “round” look.

For the past 5 years Elbrus area has become a place for an annual trailrunning event, Adidas Elbrus World Race, created by like-minded people with a passion for mountains and sports and held in the first week of August.

Adidas Elbrus World Race is the most extreme mountain race, which inspired the athletes from around the world to experience the power of spirit and endurance in four categories.

Conquering the distance, the participants ran along the valleys and passes around the Elbrus, crossed the mountain streams and, most importantly, entered into a fight with themselves.

Elbrus 11

11 km with 1840 meters climbing on marked course. Individual participation. Time limit – 12 hours. Start from village Verkhnii Baksan on Saturday, 5rd of August 2017 at 8.00. 1 point ITRA, 1 point UTMB®.

Elbrus Trail

34 km with 2 430 meters climbing on marked course. Individual participation. Time limit – 24 hours. Start from village Verkhnii Baksan on Saturday, 5rd of August 2017 at 8.00. 2 point ITRA, 2 point UTMB®.

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Ivan Kuzmin

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Beginner

Elevation: Very little change < 500 metres. Benign running terrain, not technical.

Suitable for: First ultra runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running in the last six months.

Intermediate

Elevation: Increase of up to 1000 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed at least one ultra distance race (or similar event) or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.

Advanced

Elevation: Increase of up to 1500 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.

Expert

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat) and or technical terrain

Suitable for: Experienced runners who have completed at least regular ultra distances in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.

Brutal

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with very challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity, heat or at high altitude) and or technical terrain.

Suitable for: Very experienced long distance ultra runners (min 3 years’ experience) or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races is often subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Purchase of specialist kit is often recommended for these races.

Endurance - Multi-activity

Type: An ultra distance race including at least two of the following activities such as running, swimming, cycling, kayaking, skiing and climbing. It may also include different climatic conditions (eg ice, snow, humidity, cold water, mud or heat).

Suitable for: Experienced multi-skilled athletes who have trained for the different activities included in this event. Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements and any specialist equipment required such as a wetsuit, skis or a mountain bike.

Global - Virtual

Type: A virtual race which can be run at any time shown on the dates shown, on any type of terrain in any country.

Suitable for: For runners from beginners to experienced as you choose your own course and challenge based on the guidelines and options set by the virtual race organiser.

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