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A powerful symbol of solidarity and peace in Nice @Yann photo 4 5 FOCUS FOCUS Challenge Walchsee : #TriInTheHeartOfTheAlps The 21.1 km Challenge Walchsee Run Leg THE COURSE is an undulating four loop course around Lake Wal- The 1.9km-long swimming chsee as runners pass farm houses and in between dreamlike backdrop, After the host of the ETU Eu- fields and meadows, all set against the backdrop of a demanding course, ropean Championships last distance is covered in Lake Walchsee in the foo- Kaiser Massif. thousands of enthusias- year, CHALLENGE WAL- thills of mighty Kaisergebirge Mountain Range. The finish line is situated in the heart of Walchsee, A 25m-deep Lake Walchsee with a water temp of next to the transition area with beautiful view on tic spectators along the route, CHSEE-KAISERWINKL invites top stars from all over the wor- athletes from all parts of the 20°C –24°C and drinking water quality offers per- the lake and on the Kaiser Massif and with an en- ld, – these are only some of the world into the picturesque Kai- fect conditions for a fast swim time. thusiastic crowd celebrating the athletes crossing Jacvan avec organisation attributes that can be used to say serwinkl to the 8th edition on the finish line. what the event of the Challenge September 3rd, 2017. In addition The two loops 90km Walchsee-Kaiserwinkl is about. to a high-class professional field, Junior-Challenge spectacular Challenge Walchsee bike course organisation Challenge Wal- At the foothills of the Kaiser more than a thousand five hun- through Austria’s Tyrol region is undulating, a The classic Middle Distance is not the only com- chsee-Kaiserwinkl Ranges, Walchsee-Kaiserwin- dred age-class athletes will be on kl is one of the most beautiful the startline at the crystal clear challenging course with its approximately 1200 petition. According to the motto of the worldwide triathlon destinations on the Lake Walchsee. An exciting race of altitude difference. With breathtaking views of challenge race series - «Challenge for all» - the planet. Easy to reach from Mu- for professionals and age group the surrounding area Challenge Walchsee boasts a Junior Challenge takes place traditionally on Sa- nich, Salzburg or Innsbruck. athletes is guaranteed! truly unforgettable bike course. turday, where the Kids can show what they can, while parents, relatives and fans ensure that there 6 7 FOCUS is a great atmosphere along the route. The competition is a classic aquathlon, in which you swim and run with different distances for different age classes. Like in the last years, we are again expecting a family party with a difference. The area is not only famous for its scenery, but also for the warm- hearted and welcoming locals. No wonder, that in the last few years Challenge athletes are not only guests, but also have become friends. In Kaiserwinkl, families will also find everything for a perfect sum- mer holiday – variety, excitement and pure adventure. You get to choose from a variety-packed range for young and old alike – fun for all the family and special op- portunities available exclusively for children. The weekend around the Challenge Walchsee-Kaiserwinkl is an event for young and old, for all those who enjoy sports. See you on 3rd September in in Austria in the Tyrol! www.challenge-walchsee.at Five reasons to race: 1) Takes place in one of Austria’s most scenic regions – the Tyrol 2) Spectacular but testing cycle course 3) Kaiserschmarrn! (local pancake delicacy) 4) Easy to reach 5) Fun family festival for all ages 8 9 FOCUS FOCUS Challenge Davos Festival covers new grounds format. Athletes will need approximately the same time The swim and run course are spectacular in their to finish, that’s why all cut-off time are set respectively.” own rights. The swim will be held in Lake Davos “We wanted to create a unique triathlon event that covers with its refreshing and drinking-safe waters. The course is partly set along the shores what gives Challenge Davos Festival is the newest Taking place between 16th new grounds” says Ernst Bromeis, president of the Middle Distance Race organization committee. The bike course through family, friends and spectators an opportunity to - 17th September 2017, cheer on the athletes. The predominantly flat run addition to the CHALLENGEFAMILY European What is the key value of breath-taking Alpine mountains will be held on Challenge Davos Festival will course travels around the lake and offers beautiful race calendar an its first Swiss destination. The a “middle distance” race? the road leading up Flüelapass (2383m above sea combine the internationally views what will help participants to get to the Can it only be defined by its level), which will be completely free from traffic. festival offers a unique endurance challenge up orientated middle distance finishline. standard distances? Or do “It’s a unique experience to enjoy the scenery in silence Flüelapass, multiple new race formats on roads race of CHALLENGEFAMILY (on Sunday) with the national you count in your expected and to hear only your own breathing rhythm, the wind “We are excited to share the ‘high altitude’ experience completely closed for traffic and an attractive triathlon series “TRI Circuit” effort and time requirements and the flowing water”. Supporting this idea, leading with athletes, media and partners,” concludes and support cars and motorcycles will be mainly Zibi Szlufcik, CEO Challenge Family and Co- programme for spectators and guests. with short distance events (on as well? So, is Davos’ setting Saturday). In addition, with with 1.9 km of swimming, 50 electric driven. Organisator of Challenge Davos Festival. the aim to bring together even km of biking and 21.1 km of Assumingly, Davos will be the first non-drafting Innovative Side-events running worthy for a “middle more endurance athletes, the triathlon, where drafting on the bike is no issue. The middle distance race is regarded as the festival will also include an distance” when you look at Technical Officials have agreed to not sanction its challenging 1770 positive centrepiece of the programme, but the weekend is Jacvan avec organisation innovative time trial effort packs of riders due to the very limited effects of packed with other race opportunities. On Saturday, by bike, roller-skis or inline- altimeters on the bike course? drafting on this challenging route up and down Race Co-Organisator and 4 triathletes can participate in an “olympic distance” skates (or even by run) up the each side of the mountain pass. Participants will be event with a 1.5k swim, 24k bike with a turn on the Flüela mountain pass. time Olympian triathlete Sven having time enough to prove their (own) cycling organisation©Challenge Family Flüelapass (820 altimeter gain) and a concluding Riederer is clear about it: “We strengths. talk about a middle distance 10k run. This race is the closing event of the Swiss 10 11 FOCUS triathlon series followed by an award ceremony at the event partner hotel Intercontinental Davos (also the venue of other event activities and locations like press conference, briefings, pasta party and expo). Also on Saturday, the Flüela Challenge is scheduled, a time trial event up Flüelapass for age groupers and professional athletes. The distance can be covered per road bike, rollerski, inline-skates or by running. The finishline is on top of Flüelapass after a 12k effort with 815 altimeters) The transport back to the valley for the diversity of sports, leisure and cultural is organized. Athletes of each discipline will be offers, the Spengler Cup, the Kirchner Museum ranked separately as well as in a general ranking. and the World Economic Forum. Davos’ has a So new questions will have to be answered: How long tradition for endurance sports events, for many inline skaters will be faster than the average example the Swiss Alpine Marathon (first mover biker? How much time will you lose compared to in trailrunning) and Davos Nordic (world cup cross pro athletes? country skiing). Davos’ diversity fits perfectly with Destination Davos the polysportive nature of triathlon. For the well- earned celebration after the races, Davos offers a Perched 1,560 metres above sea level, situated wide range of nightlife possibilities and supports in the heart of the Swiss canton Graubünden, recovery with its tradition as a high altitude resort Davos is the highest town in Europe and famed and its rejuvenating climate. Informations Event website and registration: https://www. challenge-davos.ch/ fr/ Destination Davos: http: //www.davos Complimentary guest programme: http://www.davos.