Rossignol presents Team Evolution Speed Races th 11 th January 2017 in Reiteralm, Austria

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1 Rossignol presents Team Evolution Speed Races 9 th 11 th January in Reiteralm, Austria PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME 3 x BASS SG & SC for U14 & U16s 1 x GS & SG for U12 & U10s Sun 8 th Jan Mon 9 th Jan Tues 10 th Jan Wed 11 th Jan U16 & U14 U12 & U10 Evening Notes Arrival Arrival Coaches Meeting SG Training Rossignol Ski Testing Rossignol BASS SG Races x2 Rossignol BASS SG & SC Race SG Training Rossignol Ski Testing Winter Sports Foundation GS Winter Sports Foundation Speed Race 8pm Team Captains Meeting 8pm Team Captains Meeting 8pm Meeting at Reiteralm Lift Station Meeting at Reiteralm Lift Station Meeting at Reiteralm Lift Station An updated bulletin will be published prior to the start of the winter. In the meantime, please direct any questions to the Chief of Race [email protected] or the Race Secretary [email protected] The programme is aimed at providing young racers with the maximum amount of time possible on their speed skis, however weather conditions may force a change of programme. We highly recommend all competitors have representation from the Sunday night in case of programme changes, and have equipment for both slalom and giant slalom disciplines available.

2 RULES BASS and unseeded races for U16, U14, U12 and U10 will be run under BCR (FIS ICR as amended by BSS). Competitors are reminded to check the latest Equipment Rules. No slalom helmets or helmets with chin guards attached will be allowed for any of the SG, GS or Speed Race events, and the wearing of cat suits or similar one or multi piece clothing by U12 and U10s is prohibited (BCR 606.6) PRIZE GIVING* Medals will be awarded as follows for male and female competitors of any Nationality: Rossignol SG/SC Races 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd U14, U16 WSF GS 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd U10, U12 WSF Speed Race 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd U10, U12 Trophies, equipment and cash prizes from event sponsors Rossignol & The Winter Sports Foundation will be awarded to the British winner of each age group in each event. Rossignol Speed Series 1 st Overall Male & Female of any Nationality, based on the combined points results of 4 events. *Our aim is to have the awards ceremony in the finish area at the end of each race day. RACE OFFICE From Sunday 8 th January, the race office will be located at: Reiteralm SilverJet Lift Station, Bergbahnen, Gleiming 34, 8973 Styria Race Organisers: Race Secretary: Team Evolution Taxerweg 11, Radstadt [email protected] Jessica Southworth Taxerweg 11, Radstadt Tel: [email protected] Chief of Race: Paul Telling Taxerweg 11, Radstadt Tel: [email protected]

3 RACE ENTRY DETAILS British competitors must be registered with their Home Nation. All competitors must have a current insurance policy that permits them to ski race. The Organising Committee may require proof of insurance such as a valid governing body race licence or an independent certificate of insurance. Race Insurance is entirely the responsibility of the competitor, and all entries are made under the understanding that any costs resulting from an incorrect, or a lack of, insurance policy lie with solely with the competitor. The Organising Committee reserves the right to refuse entry to skiers who do not possess seed points and who cannot demonstrate a minimum level of competence. Suitable evidence may include previous race results or certification from a coach. All British entries must be made via the official online entry system at Race entries will only be accepted if accompanied by the correct race entry fee of: U16/U14-30 per competitor per event or 100 for all 4 races. U12/U10-30 per competitor per event or 50 for both races. Unofficial Super G Training, which will be open to all age groups, is planned for Monday 9 th January from 7am until 11.30am. The exact format will be discussed at Sunday nights Coaches meeting, and the training will be supervised by club coaches, with participation at each athletes own risk. The aim will be to allow each competitor 3 timed runs on the race slope, with two different courses for different abilities. There will be a 20 charge per athlete for SG training to cover the slope rental and early lift fee, payable on the morning of the training in cash. The series will be open to International Competitors, who should use the standard entry form and make entry prior to Any entries received after this time will not automatically be accepted. The entry fee for international athletes is 25 per competitor, per race payable at race meetings. An Acceptance list showing entries received by the closing date will be published on & along with the Team Evolution Facebook Page, by Wednesday 4 th January (N.B. this Acceptance List will not be updated with late entries). THE CLOSING DATE IS MONDAY 2 nd JANUARY. Acceptance of entries in resort will be dependent on number of entries received & snow conditions. Late entries will incur a penalty of per competitor per race.

4 REFUNDS In the case of withdrawal from any event due to injury, refunds may be available on production of a doctor s note / certificate at the discretion of the event organisers. There will be no refunds available for weather or snow conditions resulting in any cancellation of races. VOLUNTEERS This is our first year of running the races and as such we would greatly appreciate any help from parents & supporters in resort during the series. The races are being run in partnership with Reiteralm Ski Club, and we will also have a small team of British officials in resort also, including a TD, Chief of timing & Race Secretary to ensure the race meets the BCR standards. Coaches will be appointed as Referee by the TD. We will need five gate judge volunteers per day for the SG races, which we will be asking for at the first race meeting. We would also be grateful for help with;; provisional timingboard staff, commentators & bib collectors. If you are interested in helping please contact the race secretary. Free two-day lift passes which cover skiing within the region will be provided for those helping with any event jobs. PHOTOGRAPHY Official photographers and cameramen will be present during the event. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed at the event, or for your image to be used for promotional purposes, please inform the race secretary in writing.

5 TRAVEL Reiteralm is easily accessible via Munich Airport (2.5 hours) or Salzburg Airport (1 hour). During the winter months, British Airways offers routes from London, with connections available for those flying from Edinburgh. Jet2 flies from Manchester and EasyJet from Luton and Liverpool airports. For access by car, the driving time is approximately 12 hours from Calais, with no mountain passes on route. For competitors travelling from Leogang, Reiteralm can be reached by either motorway or by travelling over the Deiten Pass, with both routes taking approximately 1 hour, depending on traffic and weather conditions. Access to the race piste is gained via the SilverJet Gondola and ample parking is available at the bottom of this lift. ACCOMMODATION Schladming, which is in the same ski area as Reiteralm and is connected by ski lifts as well as by road, has a variety of apartments, pensions, hotels & luxury accommodation on offer to suit all budgets. Please contact the tourist office for more information;; For those with access to a car, the town of Radstadt is only 10 minutes away. There you will find a range of accommodation options, as well as access to more of the Ski Amade area. More details can be found here LIFT PASSES Lift Passes will be available free of charge for coaches and volunteers assisting with the running of the event. Discounted three-day Lift Passes will be available for competitors and parents, priced at 65 for U16s and 125 for over 16s. These are also on offer to parents, and cover the whole of the Ski Amade region. These passes can be bought in bulk from the coaches meeting on the Friday night. To reserve passes in advance please contact the race secretary on [email protected] There will also be a single use pass available from the ticket office for those who wish to just use the gondola for access to the race piste by foot. WEBSITES We are grateful for the support of our partners in helping in the organising and running of this event. For further information on their products, please visit;; Team Evolution Racing Rossignol ERSA Reiteralm Winter Sports Foundation Ski Amade Tourism -

6 Race Entry Form Team Evolution Speed Series Surname: Home Address: Forenam e: Send with appropriate entry fee to: Post Code: address: Registered Club Date of Birth Registration No. ( Tel: F / M CLOSING DATE: 2 nd JANUARY BASS / HN U16 U14 U12 U10 SG1 SG2 SG3 SC U12 GS U12 SPEED Race Entry Fee: U16/U per competitor per event. ( 100 for all 4 events) U12/U per competitor per event. ( 50 for both events) Late Race Entry Fee: U16/U14/U12/U per competitor per event. Insurance I confirm that I have adequate ski racing insurance: Doping Control I give my permission for Doping Tests to be taken and agree to be bound by the regulations concerning Doping Control. Athlete's Agreement I agree to conduct myself in the appropriate manner at this event, show respect to the race officials and fellow athletes and to abide by the Athlete's Code of Conduct SIGNATURE: To be signed by parent/guardian if the competitor is under 18 years of age. Date: Photographs / video may be taken at this event for publicity and / or coaching purposes. Tick here if you do not wish to be photographed. To help us in resort for both emergencies and our standing with the resort, please provide the following information: (please print) Name of Hotel / Coach / Apartment in Guardian in Resort: Resort: