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ATTENETION NEW DATE 29.05.-01-06.2025 The X-Race is a multi-day Hike & Fly race with predefined turnpoints and three different categories. You can find all information and registration on our homepage at www.
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The turnpoints are all approved take-off or landing sites within the respective region...
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Registration will open on
01/01 00:00 (Europe/Vienna)
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Live trackers supplied
The organiser will supply Live trackers to you, for safety and scoring
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Helicopter rescue
The region supports helicopter rescues
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Medic on takeoff
There will be medical rescue services at launch
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Good phone coverage
The region generally has good phone coverage
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Live trackers mandatory
Live Tracking is MANDATORY in this event to score. The organiser will provide the trackers.
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Retrieve included
There will be retrieve vehicles available to return pilots to HQ
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Toilets on takeoff
There are toilets at, or near, the launch
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Ballast on takeoff
There will be ballast water available at launch
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Lunch packs
There will be daily lunch packs for pilots
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ID Cards
The organisers will give you an ID card with all the essential items listed
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Goal beers
There will usually be goal beers for winners
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Food
There will be a social evening with food
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Party
There will be an organised party during or after the event
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Free gift
You will receive a tshirt or other welcome gift
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Carbon offset / Plant a Tree
The organisers have commmitted to Carbon Offset the event and/or Plant a Tree for each competitor
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Plastic reduction
The organisers support reducing the use of unnecessary plastic at the event. This includes NOT giving disposable water bottles
Contacts
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Organisator
- Andreas Viehböck
- 004367764881120
- a.viehboeck@gmail.com
Event info
ATTENETION NEW DATE 29.05.-01-06.2025 The X-Race is a multi-day Hike & Fly race with predefined turnpoints and three different categories. You can find all information and registration on our homepage at www.xrace.cc
The event comprises three main competitions:
Pro Race:
Part of the World and Austrian Championships in Hike & Fly.
Up to 300 km straight-line distance with 5–6 turnpoints.
Three days, spanning three Austrian states.
Designed for professionals and experienced Hike & Fly pilots.
Race start: June 6.
Adventure Race:
Up to 100 km straight-line distance with 2–3 turnpoints.
Two days, ideal for adventurers or Hike & Fly newcomers.
Shuttle service available for unsupported athletes.
Race start: June 7.
Sprint Race:
A compact competition with up to 50 km straight-line distance and one turnpoint.
One day, perfect for beginners or clubs, focusing on the joy and excitement of flying.
Race start: June 8.
Flying site
Selection and entry fee
Documents required at registration
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FAI Sporting Licence
Issued by your local NAC on behalf of the FAI. You cannot normally compete in an FAI event without one. Contact your National Association (NAC)
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FAI IPPI Card
The FAI IPPI card is an International card that states your skill level. It is issued by your National Association and matches the level or your flying Licence
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National Licence
The organiser requires you to present your National flying licence.
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Signed Application form
You will need to sign an applicaton form at the venue. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Signed Waiver/Release form
You will need to sign a waiver or release document to show you understand the risks. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Identification documents needed
You will need to provide photo ID on arrival. This could be Passport, Driving Licence or National ID, for example.
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Liability Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your liability (3rd party) insurance documents
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Rescue/Medical Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your medical, rescue and repatriation insurance. You can purchase Global Rescue cover from Airtribune
Cancellation Policy
Prize fund and scoring categories
General schedule
- Registration / Pick up start package: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
June 6, 2025, Friday
- Registration / Pick up start package: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Breakfast: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Weather briefing, live track check at 9:00 AM
- Photo start at 9:45 AM
- Start: 10:00 AM
- Race end: 10:00 PM with mandatory feedback
June 7, 2025, Saturday
- Start: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
(Location check-ins at start and end)
June 8, 2025, Sunday
- Start: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
(Location check-ins at start and end)
- Award ceremony: 8:00 PM
Daily schedule
Accommodation and Activities
How to get here
Kufra-Oasen, Libyen
Altaussee Austria
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
Gleitschirm Adventure
www.xrace.cc
Julia Brunner
Contacts
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Organisator
- Andreas Viehböck
- 004367764881120
- a.viehboeck@gmail.com