Whitwater paddlers crown fifth Extreme Kayak ... - adidas Sickline

Contents Page
1. Welcome Notes 02
2. General Information for the Media 04
3. Press Release 06
4. Race Information 10
4.1 Programme 10
4.2 Race Office 11
4.3 Race Rules 11
4.4 Prize Money 16
4.5 Participating Countries 16
4.6 Race Results 2008-2011 17
5. Side Events 22
6. Athlete Services 23
7. The Ötztaler Ache River 24
8. Ötztal – Calm Waters & Wild Waters 26
9. Outdoorland Tirol 28
10. General Information 30
11. Sponsors and Partners 35
12. Map of Oetz/ Venue 39
13. Notes 40
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1. Welcome Notes
Dear media representatives,
Welcome to the beautiful Ötztal in Tirol. This year we celebrate the 5th anniversary of
the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship and we are thrilled to host
athletes from 30 different countries at this year’s event.
You can look forward to a weekend filled with action when world’s best whitewater
kayakers compete for the prestigious champions belt. Athletes have come all the way
from Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, India, Japan New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the
United States, Russia and from all over Europe to participate in this event.
For the first time ever we invite the top 3 ladies in the field to race on the actual
Wellerbrücke race course this year. The girls will compete in two runs for the title
adidas Sickline Queen 2012.
With this adidas Sickline Media Guide we want to give you all the necessary
background information you need for your report about the 2012 adidas Sickline
Extreme Kayak World Championship.
Don’t hesitate to contact our media staff if you would like to schedule personal
interviews with members of the organisation or with certain athletes.
Warm Regards
Sonja Güldner-Hamel
Media Director
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Dear journalists,
Welcome to the 2012 adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship!
The Sickline Race, a kayak competition at the famous Wellerbrücke rapids, is an idea
that we already supported in 2006. We liked the concept so much that we sat down
with Olaf Obsommer and Planet Talk after the event to discuss how we can further
develop this great sport and display it in a bigger and more media potent manner.
This is how the idea of the Extreme Kayak World Championship was born – an
international battle of the best whitewater kayakers in the world.
For decades, the kayak sport has been close to adidas’ heart. In the seventies, we
introduced our first kayak shoe. Today we support an entire extreme kayak team with
fifteen top athletes from ten different countries.
Whitewater kayaking has come a long way. The level has been stepped up
immensely. With the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship we wanted
to create a new platform for athletes to present this fascinating sport to the world.
This year, the event will be broadcasted LIVE in 11 countries and kayak enthusiasts
around the world can follow the race live on Freecaster.tv. I think we are on the right
track.
Kind regards,
Axel Burkhardt
adidas Global Sports Marketing
Olympic Sports, Cycling & Outdoor
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2. General Information for the Media
Accreditation of journalists and photographers
The accreditation for all journalists takes place onsite at the adidas Sickline Press
Office. Photographers who would like to take pictures down at the riverbank must
sign a liability form and wear a life jacket.
Press Office
The press office is located at the FeelFree Nature Resort in Oetz. Just follow the
signs ‘Press Office’.
FeelFree Nature Resort
Piburgerstr. 6
A-6433 Oetz
Tel.: +43 5252 20248
At the media office you will have free access to W-LAN. There, you can also pick up
your start and result lists before and after the race as well as images of our event
photographers.
Opening Hours Media Office
Thursday 10h00 – 20h00
Friday 09h00 – 20h00
Saturday 09h00 – 20h00
Sunday 09h00 – 12h00
Media Contacts
Media Director
Sonja Güldner-Hamel
Planet Talk GmbH
Marienplatz 12
D-83043 Bad Aibling
Germany
Phone: +49 8061 3 50 59-12
Fax: +49 8061 3 50 59-10
Mobil: +43 681 2037 0950 (Event)
Mobil: +49 170 27 50 510
Email: sonja.hamel@planet-talk.de
Staff at Press Office:
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TV Distribution
Susanne Lenz
quattro media
Wolfgang-Wagner-Str. 9d
D-85625 Glonn
Germany
Phone: +49 8093 572-21
Fax: +49 8093 572-29
Mobil: +49 177 736 36 72
Email: susanne.lenz@4msports.com

Fabian Rennack
Webmaster/ News/ Facebook
Mobil: +49 176 3499 3332
Mobil: +43 681 2039 3380 (Event)
Email: fabian@fabrikatur.de
Michael Baierl
Photo Syndication
Mobil: +49 176 2695 0957
Email: xomiphotography@gmail.com
Antonia Pulkert
Assistant Live Broadcast
Mobil: +43 664 4869 543
Email: antonia.pulkert@gmail.com
Photo Service
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Lisa Rauchbüchl
Accreditation/ Result Service
Mobil: +43 650 301 0795
Email: lisa.rauchbuechl@gmx.net
Siw Viktoria Johansen
Interviews/ Quotes
Mobil: +43 681 2039 7061
Email: siw.viktoria@gmail.com
You can pick up high res images of our event photographers Jens Klatt, Manuel
Arnu and Elias Holzknecht at our adidas Sickline Press Office. Please contact
Michael Baierl at the photo syndication desk.
When you pick up your registration pack you receive a complimentary USB
wristband, which you can use to store the images.
If you don’t have time during the event to pick up photos at our Press Office, you can
also download them from our FTP server.
http://sickline.planet-talk.net
User: sickline
Password: cLGXjZ
The photos are royalty free, but please credit the respective photographer and send
us a hard copy or PDF of your publication for our documentation to the following
address
Planet Talk GmbH
Marienplatz 12
D-83043 Bad Aibling

3. Press Release
Whitwater paddlers crown fifth Extreme
Kayak World Champion in Ötztal, Austria
Between the 4th and the 7th of October 2012, 150 of the world’s best
whitewater kayakers from 30 different countries meet in Tirol’s longest alpine
valley to determine the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Champion 2012
on the legendary “Wellerbrücke” rapids.
With a fabulous time of 55.84 seconds Kiwi Sam Sutton not only secured his second
World Championship title in 2011, but also undercut the course record he had set in
2010 by three seconds. This year, the 24-year old kayaking pro from Rotorua New
Zealand wants to do a hat-trick. But that’s a tough nut to crack in a highly competitive
race. Last year, places 2 (58.0) to 8 (58.96) all clocked within one second. Sutton’s
teammate Michele Ramazza (ITA), who won silver in 2010, is in excellent shape, and
the Olympians Mike Dawson (NZL), Vavrinec Hradilek (CZE) – silver in London - and
Hannes Aigner (GER) – bronze in London – also hope to benefit from their current
slalom fitness at the adidas Sickline Worlds.
There are no official federations within extreme kayaking. Still there had been a
strong desire amongst extreme kayakers to have a World Championship. This year,
the Extreme Kayak World Championship already celebrates its fifth anniversary.
„With the adidas Sickline Worlds we wanted to create an event for the kayaking
community and I am pleased that it has been embraced by both, the kayaking world
elite and the international media“, says Axel Burkhardt, head of Olympic Sports,
Cycling & Outdoor at adidas Global Sports Marketing. „In 2010 and 2011 the final
was broadcast live in 11 different countries and this year we will cover the race again
live and in full HD.“
The Who’s Who in Kayaking
In addition to the world’s best whitewater kayakers the adidas Sickline World
Championship attracts many outstanding slalom and freestyle paddlers. This is why
the start list reads like the who’s who in kayaking.
Dane Jackson (USA), three time gold medallist at the Freestyle World
Championship 2011, Grand Prix Champion 2011, 12 time National Champion; Sam
Sutton (NZL), adidas Sickline World Champion 2010 and 2011 and silver medallist in
2008, Team Race World Champion 2009/2010, 1st Vail Mountain Games 2010;
Michele Ramazza (ITA), 1st Boater Cross Teva Outdoor Games 2012, 1st Extreme
Sport Veko 2009/2011, adidas Sickline silver medallist 2010, bronze medallist
adidas Sickline 2008; Nick Troutman (CAN), Freestyle World Champion 2010/2009;
Fabian Dörfler (GER), multiple Slalom World Cup Champion, World and European
Champion as well as Team World Champion 2010; Vavrinec Hradilek (CZE), Slalom
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World Champion 2009 and Olympic silver medallist 2012; Hannes Aigner (GER),
Olympic bronze medallist Slalom 2012; Isaac Levinson (USA), 1 st Green Race
2011, 2nd Green Race 2009/ 2010, 4th Teva Mountain Games Steep Creek 2010,
6th Teva Mountain Games Steep Creek 2011; Mike Dawson (NZL), Olympian 2012,
adidas Sickline silver medallist 2009 and 2011, Team Race World Champion
2009/2010, 1st Extreme Sport Veko 2008, 2nd Teva Extreme Mountain Games 2009;
Eric Déguil (FRA), 1st Green Race 2008/2009/2011; Dejan Kralj (SLO), 1st Teva
Mountain Games 2009, 5th adidas Sickline 2010, 4th adidas Sickline 2009/2008,
Jakobus Stenglein (GER), bronze medallist adidas Sickline 2009, Slalom Team
World Champion 1999; Severin Häberling (SUI), 2 time Swiss Champion Freestyle;
Lukas Kalbrenner (GER), bronze medallist adidas Sickline 2010; Paul Böckelmann
(GER) bronze medallist adidas Sickline 2011; Honza Lasko (CZE), overall winner
Teva Extreme Games 2008 and 1st Ula Extreme Race 2010; Tom Wakeling (GBR),
3rd Teva Extreme Outdoor Games 2012; Egor Voskoboynikov (RUS), 1st
Adrenaline Race 2010/2011, to just name a few.
The adidas Sickline World Championship
A “sick line” is the perfect, smoothest and fastest line downriver. That’s what the
competitors have to find when racing the so-called “Wellerbrücke” rapids, a famous
section of Tirol’s glacier-fed Ötztaler Ache River, peppered with loads of natural
obstacles. The section has the reputation of being the Eiger Northwall of whitewater
kayaking, thus it offers the perfect setting to crown the World Champion in extreme
kayak racing. The rapids are solid class 5 whitewater, both technically difficult and
dangerous, so there are consequences to mistakes. Therefore the field of 150
international kayakers is filtered down in two qualification runs to determine the 45
best paddlers who compete in the actual World Championship race. The top 3 of the
previous year – Sam Sutton (NZL), Mike Dawson (NZL) and Paul Böckelmann (GER)
– are automatically qualified.
„Some of the whitewater paddlers who participate in this World Championship run
much higher waterfalls and even more extreme rivers during their expeditions around
the world. But they do this maybe once in their life and time doesn’t matter. On a race
course it’s all about justifiable risk”, explains event director Mike Hamel. “The adidas
Sickline tests the kayakers’ ability to not only get down one of the world’s most
challenging rapids in one piece, but to do this fast as well. The 280-metre long
racecourse demands everything in terms of skill and fitness from the athletes,
meaning they have to retrieve their full potential to the point, run after run. They
cannot afford the slightest mistake and they must be extremely fit, because the
cruxes, like the infamous “Champions Killer”, are located at the end of the course.”
Safety first
For safety reasons, public authorities have officially closed the Wellerbrücke rapids
year-round. The section is only open for the adidas Sickline World Championship. To
ensure the highest possible safety for the competitors, the organisers run an
extensive safety operation. Water rescue services, mountain rescue services, and
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the Austrian Red Cross work hand in hand with the event-own “hf Safety Crew”, that
consists of ten kayaking experts, many of whom are legends within the sport
themselves. “The riverbanks are virtually littered with extremely qualified safety staff
that use innovative life saving tools, like ropeways, and turn the Wellerbrücke rapids
– at least for one weekend – into the safest rapid in the world”, says Hamel. “The
athletes are pushing the physical and mental limits in this race. We want them to
focus on their run rather than having to think about what will happen when they end
up swimming in 6 degree cold water.”
adidas Sickline Queen
Whitewater kayaking is an extreme and rather dangerous sport. Still there are more
and more women enjoying it. “The level of female paddlers has increased immensely
over the last years, which is why for the first time ever we invite the top 3 ladies in the
field to race on the actual Wellerbrücke race course this year. The girls will compete
in two runs for the adidas Sickline Queen title. For us it’s a test. If more women enter
the race in the years to come – currently we have eight female participants – we may
consider hosting a World Championship for women, too”, says Hamel.
Only the best advance to the next round
The 48 male finalists who race at Wellerbrücke first compete in a so-called ‚head-tohead’
format or knock-out system, i.e. the fastest of the qualification battles the 48th,
the second fastest competes against the 47th and so on. The order of the respective
heats is based on a classic tournament ladder. The faster kayaker of each heat
advances to next round, together with two ‘lucky losers’ (the two fastest of the
eliminated top 48 athletes). Then the top 26 compete once again in a knockout
system. The 13 remaining athletes and two more ‘lucky losers’ then advance to the
super final where they compete for world championship honours. The top class field
of the final 15 usually includes everything from slalom and freestyle world champions
to winners of other extreme races. Each of the top 15 has one try to secure a place
on the podium. The kayaker with the slowest race time of the previous run has to
start first. He will climb into the so-called “hot seat”, a whirlpool for the fastest athlete,
until his race time has been beaten.
Miss Sickline
In previous years the athletes could relax in the leader’s whirlpool alongside Miss
Tirol. However, on the occasion of the event’s fifth anniversary the organisers host a
“Miss Sickline” casting on Friday evening, during which the kayakers can personally
choose their beauty queen for the hot seat.
Ötztal – a paradise for kayakers
“We are pleased that also in 2012 the adidas Sickline Worlds will draw kayakers from
around world to the Ötztal Valley”, says tourism director Oliver Schwarz. “This year
athletes will be travelling from as far as Australia, Japan, India, Chile and Costa Rica
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and New Zealand to participate in the race. Among insiders the Ötztal has been
known for many years as one of Europe’s most beautiful kayak grounds. With its
glacier rivers our valley offers whitewater in all facets between May and October and,
depending on the water level of the Rofener-, Venter- and Oetztaler Ache, kayakers
of all levels can find their personal challenge on our rivers. More and more kayakers
arrive one or two weeks prior to the World Champs to train in our alpine valley.“
All-around service for athletes
Before and after the competition the adidas Sickline participants are truly pampered.
Throughout the race weekend athletes can enjoy free physiotherapy and massages
at the adidas Reload Centre in the Expo Area. Former Canoe World Champion and
butcher Uli Knittel caters for the physical well-being with his sumptuous dinner
buffets. Film producer Olaf Obsommer and other kayak celebrities present their latest
movies at the Big-O Movie Night. And for all those who just can’t get enough DJ
Chainsaw is rocking the crowds at the legendary adidas Sickline Champions Party at
Jay’s Cantina in Oetz.
Eleven countries broadcast adidas Sickline Worlds live
Due to the high demand of various TV stations to cover the adidas Sickline World
Championship real-time, the organisers have decided once again to run a full HD TV
live production. A total of eleven countries take the live signal of the Extreme Kayak
World Championship. The live production format also allows for a global live webcast
in collaboration with Freecaster.tv. "The opportunity to report LIVE from the adidas
Sickline Worlds is one not to be missed,“ says Raymond Dulieu, founder of
Freecaster.tv, the world's premier video site covering action sports live. „Together
with Planet Talk, the organisers, we will be pulling all the stops to offer kayak fans
around the world LIVE and VOD action in the highest quality."
Ben Brown to commentate live stream on Freecaster.tv
Kayaking legend Ben Brown from New Zealand, one of the best extreme kayakers in
the world, will commentate the live webcast of the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak
World Championship. Ben’s love for the sport has taken him all over the world to find
new rivers; backpacking to the remotest parts of Africa or paddling icy cold European
waters. People who choose Ben for their most difficult kayaking expeditions say
about him “his understanding of the water and environment around him are unusual
and he’s got a level of paddling that few people will ever attain.”
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4. Race Information
4.1 Programme
Thursday, 4 October
14:00 - 20:30 Registration at Saal EZ
18:00 - 20:30 Dinner at Saal EZ
20:00 - 20:30 Welcome at Saal EZ
20:30 - 21:00 Race Briefing at Saal EZ (mandatory for all participants!)
Friday, 5 October
09:00 - 10:00 Training/mandatory run, group 1 (numbers 71-150) + women
10:00 - 10:05 1st quali run women
10:05 - 10:30 1st quali run, group 1 (numbers 71-150)
10:30 - 11:30 Training/ mandatory run, group 2 (numbers 1-70)
11:00 - 19:00 adidas Reload Center
11:30 - 12:00 1st quali run, group 2 (numbers 1-70)
12:00 - 13:00 Jackson Kayak Lunch
13:00 - 13:05 2nd quali run women
13:05 - 13:30 2nd quali run, group 1 (numbers 71-150)
13:30 - 14.00 2nd quali run, group 2 (numbers 1-70)
14:30 - 16:30 Training "Wellerbrücke" (2 runs) TOP 48 Men and TOP 3 Women
18:00 - 20:00 Dinner at Saal EZ
19:00 - 19:30 Race Briefing at Saal EZ (finalists only!)
19:30 - 23:00 Big-O Movie Night and Miss Sickline casting at Saal EZ
Saturday, 6 October
08:00 - 10:00 Training "Wellerbrücke"/ mandatory run (only finalists!)
10:00 - 19:00 adidas Reload Center
10:00 - 11:30 1st run Women and quarterfinal TOP 48
11:30 - 12:15 2nd run Women and semifinal TOP 26
12:30 - 13:30 Jackson Kayak Lunch
14:00 - 15:00 World Championship final (TOP 15) and flower awards
18:00 - 20:00 Dinner at Saal EZ
20:00 - 20:30 Award ceremony at Saal EZ
21:30 Champions Party in Jay’s Cantina in Oetz
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4.2 Race Office
The Race Office is located in a small wooden log cabin (Raftinghütte) next to the
Expo Area. It is the athlete’s contact point for all race-related queries! In the evenings
there will be a Race Office Counter at Saal EZ, where the dinners are hosted.
Opening Hours
Thursday 14h00 – 20h30 (Saal EZ/ Registration)
Friday 08h00 – 18h00 Race Office Expo Area
18h00 – 20h00 Counter Saal EZ
Saturday 08h00 – 18h00 Race Office Expo Area
18h00 – 20h00 Counter Saal EZ
Race Briefing
The race briefing, which is mandatory for all competitors, takes place on Thursday,
October 4 th , between 20h30 and 21h00 at Saal EZ.
4.3 Race Rules
1. Participation
1.1 Starting field
The number of participants is limited to 150. Participating athletes must be verifiable
at least 18 years old and master white water level V (5). The organizers reserve the
right to disqualify any participant whose capabilities do not meet the difficulties of the
course. The participants must have a sufficient insurance (accident, travel health
insurance). In addition the organizes have taken out an accident insurance for the
competitors, which is included in the start fee.
1.2 Exclusion of Liability and Medical Form
Every participant has to read, understand, fill in and sign the exclusion of liability and
the medical form.
1.3. Equipment
Only mass-produced creeker/ white water kayaks of serial production with a length of
275cm (9 feet), that meet the latest safety standards are allowed. The race
organizers reserve the right to refuse admission to certain kayaks i.e. Eskimo Kendo,
Dagger GTX, GT etc.
All participants must wear:
- a helmet conforming to EN1385 Norm
- a white water buoyancy aid conforming to EN393 Norm or ISO 12402-5 Norm
- sufficient protection against cold water, i.e. a dry suit or a neoprene suit
- boats with a foam wall need two airbags on each side in the back, boats without a
foam wall need 1 big airbag
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1.4 Race Briefing
The Race Briefing on Thursday evening from 20h30 to 21h00 at Saal EZ is
mandatory for all participants! Absence can lead to qualification of the race.
2. Race Jury
2.1 Structure
The Race Jury consists of the following persons:
- Race Director
- Timing Representative
- Kayaking Expert
- Safety Director
The majority of votes applies. The bare majority is sufficient. In case of a voting tie
the Race Director makes the decision.
2.2 Function
The Race Jury has the following functions:
- implementation of the race
- monitoring the compliance of regulations
- preparation of results together with the timing team
- handling of protests
- vote in cooperation with the safety commission
- race start and race termination
3. Race
3.1 Equipment
Each participant has to wear the following equipment:
- bib: modifications, changes, or bib exchange are not allowed
- helmet
- life vest
- refer to 1.
3.2 General
Instructions from the Race Jury and its assistants have to be obeyed.
The course is only opened by an official starter.
Any danger on the race course is signaled by flags.
If a participant is hindered by a prior starter, he is allowed to do a restart (rerun).
3.3 Format
3.3.1 Men
The adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship is carried out as a single
sprint race. The participants have to complete several rounds. These are:
(A) Qualification run 1 and 2
(B) Quarterfinal
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(C) Semifinal
(D) Final
The Top 3 of the previous year are automatically qualified for the finals at
Wellerbrücke but have to compete both qualification runs and according to their times
added into the racing grid.
Due to official requirements and for safety reasons, all participants have to qualify for
the finals (quarter, semi, and final) on the Wellerbrücke racecourse.
All participants must arrive punctually with all the necessary equipment. Participants
arriving late are not approved to compete. Furthermore the organizers reserve the
right to stop the contest at any time in the interests of the safety of everyone involved
incl. spectators, camera teams, first aid, and staff.
to (A)
The qualification is carried out in 2 runs. The qualification runs are split into 2 groups,
group 1 bibs: 71-150, group 2 bibs: 1-70.
to (B)
Quarterfinal: to determine the result, both qualification runs are added to one total
time. The top 45 of the qualification are allowed to start. In addition to the top 45 the
top 3 of the previous adidas Sickline WC (places 1-3) are automatically set.
Therefore a starter field of 48 participants are permitted to compete in the final. The
48 participants are ranged into the racing grid (race ladder) according to their results
in the qualification, creating 24 pairings (heats).
For example 1 vs Platz 48, 15 vs 24, 13 vs 36, 37 vs 12, 7 vs 42, ...
The quarterfinal is carried out in a “head-to-head-format“. Two kayakers form one
heat (pairing). While competing both kayakers are alone on the course and the time
of both kayakers is measured. The faster kayaker of each heat advances to next
round (semifinal) together with two “lucky losers”, i.e. the two fastest paddlers of the
24 “eliminated” athletes, who lost their heat. Hence 26 kayakers advance to the
semifinal.
to (C)
Semifinal: in the semifinal, the top 26 compete once again in a head-to-head mode
(13 heats). The winner of the quarterfinal heat 1 competes against the winner of
quarterfinal heat 2, the winner of the quarterfinal heat 3 races against the winner of
the quarterfinal heat 4 etc. While competing, both kayakers are alone on the course
and the time of both kayakers is measured. The faster kayaker of each heat
advances to next round (final) together with two “lucky losers”, i.e. the two fastest
paddlers of the 13 “eliminated” athletes, who lost their heat. Hence 15 kayakers
advance to the final.
to (D)
Final: in the final 15 kayakers compete in a single race (13 winners of heat 25-36 and
2 “lucky losers”). The finalists will start in reverse order; meaning the kayaker with the
slowest race time of the semi final (15th) will be the first to start. The athlete with the
fastest time climbs into the hot seat whirlpool and stays there until his time has been
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eaten. The fastest athlete of the final is the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World
Champion.
Participants are informed on the specific training, qualification and final times during
the Race Briefing.
3.3.1 Women – The adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak Queen
If the minimum number of 20 female participants is met, there will be a separate
World Championship category for women as of 2013. In case there are less than 20
female competitors, the women will be integrated in the normal competition process,
but evaluated separately.
The adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship is carried out as a single
sprint race. The participants have to complete several rounds. These are:
(A) Qualification run 1 and 2
(B) Final run 1 and 2
to (A)
The qualification is carried out in 2 runs on the same course as the men’s category.
All women are permitted to race in both qualification runs. Both times will be added
and the three fastest move on to the finals at the Wellerbrücke.
to (B)
The final is carried out in 2 runs on the Wellerbrücke. The top three of the
qualification are permitted to start. The times of both runs will be added and make up
the result for places 1-3. The winner of the women’s final carries the title „The adidas
Sickline Extreme Kayak Queen“.
Participants are informed on the specific training, qualification and final times during
the Race Briefing.
3.4 Timing
Timing is carried out by two light barriers. Once the participant activates the first light
barrier at the start the timing starts. The second light barrier is mounted at the finish
line. Once the participant crosses the second light barrier the finish time is triggered.
The competitor must pass the two light barriers sitting upright. The participant may
not throw the paddle to break the finish light barrier. This would be a reason for
immediate disqualification. The race timing is also measured manually as a backup.
3.5 Results
All results are displayed on the official result board. Only result lists signed by the
Race Jury are valid. To determine the total result the following scheme is applied:
Place 1 - 15 result final.
Place 16 – 24 result semifinal.
Place 25 – 48 result quarterfinal.
Place 49 – 150 result qualification.
A separate result list for women is created. The fastest woman is awarded with the
title “The adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak Queen“ and is honored with a separate
award ceremony. For men an award ceremony fort he top 3 is held immediately after
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the race. The official award ceremonies take place in the evening. In case of
unexcused absence, the winners lose their claim for prize money.
3.6 Protest
Any protest must be submitted to the race organizer within 30 minutes after the end
of each run.
The protest is discussed by the Race Jury. In case of a protest, a fee of €100 is
charged and is only returned, if the protest is granted.
4. Course
All participants must compete a mandatory run within the scope of the official training
prior to qualification on Friday. The same applies for participants on the final race
course. Participation in the two mandatory runs is documented by the Race Jury. In
case of absence the competitor is automatically disqualified.
The qualification and final race course are presented in detail during the Race
Briefing. There the course, start and finish are defined precisely. The qualification
and final race course may vary based on the water level.
Running the Wellerbrücke rapids outside official training and qualification times is
legally prohibited. The organizer does not assume liability and responsibility for the
participants, who defy this prohibition.
Qualification race course
The qualification course starts at the eddy, river right, around 8m above the 3m-exitdrop
of the Wellerbrücke, called "The Champions Killer". The finish is at the put-in of
the slalom course near the wooden steps towards the river. The degree of difficulty of
the qualification course is class 4, the “Champions Killer” and the rest of the course is
class 3. The course has a total length of about 270m.
Final race course
The “Wellerbrücke“ rapids rank among the most difficult white water courses in the
world. Thus they are called “the Eiger Northwall” of white water kayaking. The adidas
Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship takes place on a 280m-long course.
The competitors have to master a gradient of 10%. Degrees of difficulty ranges
between class 5 (extremely difficult) and class 6 (only runnable under ideal
circumstances) according to the international white water standard from class 1 to
class 6.
Main difficulties
1. “Seal launch” 6m-rock-drop
2. “Entry falls”, entry cataract, 3m gradient
3. “Mandatory Line”, 3m gradient, entry cataract to core section
4. “TNT Rapid”, 5m gradient, core section with a S turn
5. “The Champions Killer”, 3m exit drop
5. Safety
In cooperation with local authorities, safety organizations and an event-own safety
team the organizer has created a first class safety and rescue operation for the
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event. A special safety concept created by an official safety commissary manages
particulars. Therefore a high safety standard is guaranteed.
Furthermore a safety commission is appointed for the event, which manages safety
issues during the event on land and water.
It consists of the following persons:
- Safety Commission President
- Race Director
- Event Director
- Safety Director
- Water Rescue
- Mountain Rescue
- Athletes Representative
The saftey commission decides unanimously on the execution of the event. The
water level of the Ötztaler Ache River at Tumpen is decisive for the execution of the
race. The water levels are measured online and on site and documented in a report,
which has to be signed by the members of the safety commission.
4.4 Prize Money
1 st Place 1500 €
2 nd Place 1000 €
3 rd Place 500 €
In addition, the winner of the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship
2012 receives an engraved luxury chronograph – the Hanhart Primus Diver – by
our official timing sponsor Hanhart amounting to 4,500 Euros.
4.5 Participating Countries (30)
Argentina Costa Rica Ireland New Zealand Slovakia
Australia Czech Republic Italy Norway Spain
Austria France Japan Poland Sweden
Belgium Germany Latvia Portugal Switzerland
Canada Great Britain Mozambique Russia Ukraine
Chile India Netherlands Slovenia USA
4.6 Race Results 2008-2011
Please refer to the following pages
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2008
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5. Side Events
Kayak enthusiasts who don’t feel fit enough to participate in the Extreme Kayak
World Championship can still enjoy the event as companion. On Friday evening they
can attend the Miss Sickline casting and watch some of the most recent kayak films
at the Big-O Movie Night. On Saturday, the focus will be on the finals at Wellerbrücke
when the top 48 kayakers compete for world championship honours. Last but not
least kayaking fans can enjoy the legendary Champions Party on Saturday evening
with DJ Chainsaw. This year the party takes place at Jay’s Cantina in Oetz.
Expo Area
Whether athletes want to enjoy a free massage or physical treatment at the adidas
Reload Center, buy some adidas Sickline merchandise, enjoy a freshly brewed
Segafredo Espresso, a RedBull or Pepsi or grab a soup at the complimentary
Jackson Kayak athlete lunch, the Expo Area is the place to go. It is located close to
the race venue at Wellerbrücke. Please note that refreshments are only given out at
the Expo Area and not along the river. We decided to create an “eco friendly”
environment by limiting the chances for littering.
Miss Sickline
For the first time athletes will elect their Miss Sickline 2012 during the Big-O Movie
Night on Friday between 19h30 and 23h00. The girls will be live on stage and the
participants can cast their ballot. The fifteen finalists get the chance to chill with the
beauty queen in the whirlpool hot seat at the racecourse.
Big-O Movie Night
Participants of the fifth anniversary edition of the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak
World Championship can once again look forward to the populer Big-O Movie Night.
This year the kayak movie screening takes place on Friday, 5 October between
19h30 and 23h00 at Saal EZ in Oetz. This is the programme:
“INGA PROJECT” by Steve Fisher - 80min
They are the world biggest rapids, thundering down the final pitch of the mighty
Congo River. Legendary kayaker Steve Fisher and his elite expedition team battle
seemingly insurmountable obstacles, navigate the maddening politics of a broken
Central African country and face their own fears in an attempt to be the first explorers
to survive the Inga Rapids.
“Flow Hunters” by Ben Brown – 30 mins
Watch Rafa Oritz (MEX), Rush Sturges (USA), Jared Meehan (NZL) and Ben Brown
(NZL) in New Zealand. A 35-day adventure, 8000km, 24 days of paddling and 17
rivers.
“Ride the planet” - 18 mins
The second movie of the summer season 2012 by Russian RideThePlanet freeride
media project about travelling and whitewater kayaking around the globe. It was
filmed in July 2012 in different regions of central Norway — Rauma, Flam, Voss,
Telemark, Bergen.
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Award Ceremony
The official award ceremony takes place on Saturday evening, 6 October 2012, right
after the athletes’ dinner at 20h00 at Saal EZ in Oetz.
Champions Party with DJ Chainsaw
This year the legendary adidas Sickline Champions Party once again takes place at
Jay’s Cantina close to the Expo Area in Oetz. Even if kayakers don’t really need to
be stimulated to have a good time, with DJ Chainsaw a great party with your kayak
buddies from around the world is guaranteed. Chainsaw will rock the house for all
those who just can’t get enough, even after a long day of racing.
6. Athlete Services
adidas Reload Center
The adidas Reload Team provides free physical treatment and massages for all
competitors of the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship. Your
wristband will give you access to these complimentary services. You find the adidas
Reload Center in the Expo Area.
Opening Hours
Friday 11h00 – 18h00
Saturday 10h00 – 18h00
Sickline Dinners
There are three dinners (catering by former C2 World Champion Uli Knittel at Saal
EZ) included in your entry package. Please show your wristband at the entrance.
These dinners are served at the Saal EZ on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from
18h00. Dinner tickets are €10 including beverages.
Red Bull Rider Lounge
Like last year competitors can look forward to a first class chill zone in the Expo Area
as Red Bull is setting up a rider lounge for all competitors. There the athletes can
unwind and reenergise prior to their next run.
Segafredo Coffee Station
All those who like to start or end the day with a true Italian espresso or cappuccino
will be thrilled that Segafredo came on board as the official coffee partner of the
event. Media is also welcome to stop by for a freshly brewed Espresso.
Jackson Kayak Athletes Lunch
Lunch on Friday and Saturday is included in your entry fee. Two kinds of hot soup
will be served in the Expo Area.
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Pepsi Cola and Vöslauer Water
Most athletes enjoy water and cola as a thirst quencher – that’s why we are happy to
announce that Pepsi and Vöslauer water are the official beverage suppliers of the
adidas Sickline and that there’s plenty of water and Pepsi for competitors throughout
the race weekend.
Spectators
For safety reasons local authorities limit the number of spectators along the course to
500 people, which is why the organisers charge admission on the final race day.
Tickets are 5 Euros and can be purchased at the entrance. The proceeds are
donated to the kinder garden in Oetz. Accredited journalists do not have to pay any
admission, of course.
7. The Oetztaler Ache River
“Wellerbrücke” section – The Eiger Northwall of whitewater sports
There are a couple of whitewater rivers in the Alps, which are known from its myth.
Their mere names let kayakers shiver in reverence. So it’s quite natural that at least
90% of all kayakers have already heard of the “Wellerbrücke” section of the River
Oetz. Many of them have had the opportunity to take a look at it. But only a few
kayakers have ever put in their kayaks at the bridge of Habichen, below the infamous
Ach falls. A long, long time ago, a huge mountain slide blocked the Oetz valley
forming a lake. When this lake overflowed it lead to a series of cataracts, the socalled
Ach falls. In former times, these falls only were traffic obstacles on the way to
the upper valley. But with rising tourism they became sights. A hiking trail and a
bridge-walk, the so-called “Wellerbrücke”, were built. Then, at some stage, the first
whitewater kayakers came to have a closer look at the “Wellerbrücke” section. Since
its first descent in 1976 the “Wellerbrücke” saw numerous runs at all kinds of water
levels. And despite of a lot of changes due to floods it has remained one of the
outstanding challenges in alpine kayaking. At the beginning, the river flows quite
calmly along but around the first corner the heat is on: all of a sudden, the gradient
rises enormously. The following section seems to be a wild stairway with one drop
after the other between one and three meters. At the end of this part you should turn
right into a sideline. Otherwise you bomb right into the core rapid.
Text: Nils Kagel, www.soulboater.com
Flow Conditions
The Oetztaler Ache is a truly massive glacier river; therefore the difficult parts of the
“Wellerbrücke” course depend extremely on the water level; at a low gauge one
considers oneself to be on a Corsican pool ’n drop-like creek (WW V); at medium
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gauge it gets sportier and with a high water level the “Wellerbrücke” turns into a
roaring cascade with few pulsating eddies (WW VI).
The individual parts of the river Oetztaler Ache
The grades of difficulty are indicative values and depend strongly on the rate of flow;
the grading of the river is based on an average rate of flow.
Lower Oetz (Oetz village to river Inn)
WW IV – V (X) very difficult, slope 14‰, 7,5 km; rafts can also navigate the most
frequented portion of the river; demanding WW stretch with very high water power
and frequent stoppers; very long swells, moderate boulders and few eddies; an
unridable weir Brunnau requires a very difficult landing manoeuvre at the bank of the
river; DANGER TO LIFE; inspection strongly recommended!
Middle Oetz (Längenfeld/ Au to Oetz-village)
WW IV – V (X), IV exceedingly difficult to unnavigable, slope 50 ‰, 13 km, extremely
difficult to unnavigable WW stretch with very high slope, big boulders, enormous
water power. Long swells, many stoppers with strong reverse-flow, very high velocity
of flow, few eddies. The so-called Achstürze-falls near Tumpen are absolutely
unridable, while the “Wellerbrücken-part” can be navigated only at extremely low
water, WW IV. DANGER TO LIFE! (most difficult part of the river). Under no
circumstances can the river be navigated belong the toad-bridge near the water
gauge at Tumpen. Previous inspection absolutely essential! No rafting!
Upper Oetz (Zwiselstein – Längenfeld/ Au)
WW V – VI (X), V – III extremely difficult, partly unnavigable
Kühtrain Gorge, WW V – VI, (X) 3,5 km, slope 32 ‰; deep gorge with extreme
slope; very high falls; extremely narrow passages between boulders and often
impeded by fallen trees; extremely difficult WW with unnavigable passages; can be
navigated only by specialists at extremely low water.
Sölden Gorge, WW IV – V, III, 4 km, slope 22 – 10‰
Water gorge partially with big boulders; increasing waterpower; long rapids;
inspection absolutely essential!
Huben – Längenfeld / Au, WW I – II, 10 km, slope 10‰; open river stretch with
embankments on both sides along most of the way; at very high rates of flow hardly
any eddies; easiest part of the entire river; no rafting
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8. Ötztal – Calm Waters & Wild Waters
Water is the element that provokes emotions in all people. This summer, the
Ötztal Valley has dedicated an entire range of activities to the wet element. Six
new water hiking routes revolve around this theme. Two of the splendid "Water
Strider Trails" already received the coveted "Premium Trail" quality seal by the
official German Hiking Institute.
Therefore the Ötztal Valley is the first region in Austria being awarded with this
renowned quality seal, offering two scenic hiking routes which meet all required
quality criteria defined by the German Hiking Institute – such as a high level of nature
experience, easy accessibility, comfortable trail surface or excellent trail signpost
systems.
It's no accident that two of the new water theme hiking trails received this award.
Both trails lead right through natural landscapes of awesome beauty, past mountain
brooks, waterfalls, Alpine lakes and shining little ponds. The entire Ötztal Alps
mountain chain boasts an infinite number of mountain springs and glacier brooks fed
by melting water, resembling sparkling crystals with the high Alpine scenery as
wonderful backdrop. The Ötztal Valley is famous for its rushing waterfalls and lovely
swimming lakes. Opposites attract: the wild waters of the Ötztaler Ache river make a
paradise for adventurous rafting and canoeing tours. High above the valley you can
admire the glacier-topped summits which can be conquered with certified mountain
guides in summer. The valley offers a myriad of picture-book walking and hiking trails
traveling past mythic places of strength strongly connected to the power of Alpine
waters. Reason enough to install the new "Water Strider Hiking Trails" within the
Ötztal. All routes are easily accessible for hikers of all ages and ability levels. Of
course, a bit of stamina is still required as the tours do not lead along the valley
bottom. But one thing is for sure, everyone will enjoy these scenic routes.
Two premium trails
The quality-sealed "Premium Hiking Trails" are the two Water Strider Routes to "Lake
Piburger See" and the impressive "Stuiben Waterfall", Tirol's biggest fall with a total
height of 159 meters – fed by the rushing waters of Horlachbach mountain brook in
close vicinity to the summer holiday resort of Umhausen. Surrounded by dense
spray, the falls' water particles fill the air with little glittering crystals similar to bright
grey dust ("Stuiben" means "dust"). A hike along the waterfall has many positive
effects on your respiratory system. Studies prove that only one hour per day spent in
the falls' water spray during a two or three week stay, brings more relief to asthmatics
than the permanent use of medical cortisone spray. Adventure fans should not miss
out on the panoramic via ferrata – which is easy and suitable also for families –
leading right to the heart of the waterfall. No previous experience is required but you
should bring appropriate hiking equipment. Additionally, five scenic viewing platforms
have been installed close to the Stuiben Waterfall so that visitors can experience the
wildly rushing Alpine waters as close as possible.
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Tirol's warmest swimming lake
The second water theme trail awarded by the German Hiking Institute, leads around
picture-book lake Piburger See. The tour starts, of course, on the shores of Ötztaler
Ache river and travels across splendid nature landscapes to the marvelous mountain
lake. Known as Tirol's warmest swimming lake, the water temperature can reach
incredible 24° Celsius in the summer months. Over the years it has become a wellloved
swimming lake and a great hiking destination for families – a splendid walking
trail leads through dense forests to Seejöchl area where walkers enjoy breathtaking
views of the lake and the entire Ötztal Valley. Walkers, hikers, swimmers and all
those in search of rest and recreation appreciate this lovely mountain lake far away
from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Therefore it makes a perfect spot for a
day off amid unspoilt nature.
Eternal ice and "Geierwally"
The six wonderful "Water Strider Trails" are spread all over the Ötztal, offering a
great opportunity to discover all the little secrets of Alpine brooks, mountain lakes and
waterfalls. In Obergurgl, one of the scenic routes takes hikers across Rotmoostal
valley towards the eternal ice. The frozen water of the high Alpine glacier fields ranks
among the most monumental forms of the wet element. Admire glittering snow
crystals of awesome beauty under the summer sun. Or visit the mountaineering
village of Vent where a trail along "Rofner Ache" brook takes you to the scenic
Rofenhöfe Farmhouses, the "Geierwally" film location of some decades ago. Not to
forget the countless mountain lakes – maybe the calmest waters in the Ötztal –
shimmering in varied colors. The lakes either can be crystal clear, milky and cloudy
blue or emerald green, always depending where the mountain waters have their
source. No matter which walking trail you follow, there is one thing you should not
miss out on while hiking past a rushing mountain brook or spring in the Ötztal: it is an
absolute must that you try the fresh and clean water. A real insider tip for water fans:
in big towns you have to pay for it in the restaurant, here in the Alps the clean and
invigorating natural water is free for everyone. Enjoy one of the biggest nature
treasures by the wayside: pure drinking water in the Ötztal!
Healing waters
Hiking the Ötztal Alps in summer is not the only way to discover wonderful water
highlights. The Aqua Dome Spa Center in Längenfeld has already become a
renowned Alpine wellness spot, offering a huge thermal spa and health parlor plus a
top-notch hotel. Only last year, another state-of-the-art Spa and Health Center was
opened in Umhausen. Guests can take full advantage of healing radon spring water
(bringing relief to spinal column and joint diseases, rheumatism, skin disorders,
problems with the respiratory system) or enjoy a revitalizing full-body cryotherapy
session in a special chamber cooled to bracing minus 110° Celsius.
Wild waters
Fans of white water adventures will also find the right spots in the Ötztal. The rushing
waters of the Ötztaler Ache, Tirol's biggest side river, is well-known among canoe
and rafting enthusiasts. A demanding rafting day on the Ötztaler Ache always makes
a very special challenge for both body and mind. Another water hot spot can be
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found in the Area 47 at the entrance to the valley: this ultimate adventure playground
boasts great attractions revolving around the wet element, such as a marvelous
swimming lake and a kamikaze water slide for real daredevils.
If you are interested in more detailed information on adventurous nature exploration
on the tracks of Ötztal's waters simply check www.oetztal.com.
For the latest "Ötztal Water" pictures please go to:
http://bildarchiv.oetztal.com/pindownload/login.do?pin=TKZCG
PIN-Code: TKZCG
Media Contact Ötztal Tourism
Leopold Holzknecht, BA (FH)
leopold.holzknecht@oetztal.com
T +43 (0) 57200 219
F +43 (0) 57200 201
9. Outdoorland Tirol
All signs point to ‘sport’ in the outdoor land of Tirol
Whether in summer or winter: the ‘heart of the Alps’ beats for sport – of every
kind. Events such as the adidas Sickline Extreme Kayak World Championship
make the hearts of any extreme sports fans beat faster! Perfect accompanying
offers and numerous other top quality events can be found in the outdoor land
of Tirol.
Cliffs, mountains or water?
The mountains are not just there for hiking; they are also a hotspot for anyone
looking for pure action and a special adrenaline boost. Downhill mountain bikers
appreciate the perfect single trails e.g. in Ischgl and the refined bike parks e.g. in
Hopfgarten and the Wipptal valley and they gather at events such as the Nordketten-
Downhill race in Innsbruck.
The marathon and mountain skiers also adopt a fast tempo! The classic marathon
distances and up to 2,000 m altitude difference with a gradient of over 40% have to
be overcome at top events such as the Achenseelauf race and the Harakiri mountain
run in Mayrhofen, taking participants through the unique landscapes to the finish line
– often at some of the most beautiful peaks and meadows in Tirol in the case of the
mountain races.
The climbing offers available in Tirol make the mountains and cliffs close enough to
touch. With over 5,000 Alpine climbing routes, 3,000 sports climbing routes, 1,500
boulder challenges and numerous climbing trails on offer, there are plenty of
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opportunities already here with new areas being opened up all the time. High ropes
courses and climbing fun parks present some exciting new possibilities for exploring
this sport. Everyone can easily find their own personal hotspot thanks to the
‘Climbers Paradise’ site (www.climbers-paradise.com) – a must among the many
climbing websites of Tyrol. All of Tirol’s climbing options are listed here on one
website by professionals.
Anyone wishing to spend a ‘concentrated’ day submersed in the pleasures of the
outdoors has come to the right place with Tirol. Nature and high-tech are combined
at AREA 47 to form an exceptional leisure experience. The world’s largest adventure
playground offers action and pure adrenaline. The outdoor, water and climbing arena
leaves no wish unfulfilled – and likewise the events area, which impresses with its
high calibre sport and music event highlights.
Snow, snow and more snow...
General Winter takes command at the ‘heart of the Alps’ as soon as the first snowcovered
peaks emerge in the valley and the ski season starts in the 5 glacier regions
of Tirol. Whether you are a skier or a snowboarder – it’s all about making the perfect
mark in the sparkling snow. And there is something to suit every taste in Tirol:
freeriders, skicrossers, freestylers and piste enthusiasts will find the perfect place on
more than 4,000 km of pistes in more than 80 varied ski resorts and 30 perfectly
shaped snow parks.
www.sport.tirol.at
www.sport.tirol.at provides an overview of all things sport: the many dates and
interesting articles on top events are sure to make you want to make the ‘heart of the
Alps’ your own personal land of sport.
Media Contact Tirol Werbung
Mag. Manuela Mörtenbäck
Tourismusmarketing DACH│ Reise-PR
Maria Theresien Str. 55
6010 Innsbruck, Österreich
Tel: +43.512.5320-656
E-Mail: manuela.moertenbaeck@tirolwerbung.at
www.presse.tirol.at
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10. General Information
Tourist Information
Ötztal Tourism Information
Hauptstraße 66
A-6433 Oetz, Austria
Tel. +43 57200 500
Fax. +43 57200501
E-Mail: oetz@Ötztal.com
Web: www.oetz.com
Opening Hours
Mo – Sa: 08h00 – 12h00
13h00 – 18h00
Climate
The Tschirgant protects the valley to a large extent against cold North winds and
South winds warm as they cross the mountainsides so that Ötztal features
remarkably mild climate. The altitude difference of the various layers of the valley
affects the climate and the vegetation. Sporadically you even find prospering vines
and sweet chestnuts in Sautens and Ötz. Due to its location in the rain shade of the
Alps this valley is one of the driest areas in the entire Alpine region.
Daily Weather
www.wetter.at (search: Ötz)
Banks/ATMs
Raiffeisenbank vorderes Ötztal
Hauptstr. 64, Oetz
Tel.: +43 (0) 5999 36291
Sparkasse Oetz
Hauptstr. 45, Oetz
Tel.: +43 (0) 50100 77144
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Public Phones
• Ötz – Post office, phone cards, handicapped accessible
• Parking area – Hauptstr./ Kühtaierstr., phone cards
• Habichen – village boundary
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Emergency call 112
Fire department 122
Mountain rescue service 140
+43 664 7391 0270
Water rescue Service +43 676 790 5156
Police Oetz 133 Emergency Call
+43 59 133 7106
Hauptstr. 3, Oetz (right at the village boundary, direction Sautens)
Reporting point for alpine accidents
Race Director/
Mike Hamel +43 676 44 64 926 during the event
Medical Care Race
Emergency Doctor
Dr. Michael Eiter
Tel.: +43 664 733 061 50
Pharmacy (Doctor’s dispensary)
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Kayak Safety Director:
Peter Lintner
Tel.: +43 680 125 7981
You receive all medication during business hours at our medics and weekends at the
medic on duty. Treatments by the doctor are invoiced directly (private patient). Ask
for a detailed invoice, which you can submit to your health insurance in order to be
reimbursed!
Hospitals
Zams/ Landeck
Sanatoriumstr. 43
6511 Zams
Tel.: +43 5442 600 0
Innsbruck
Anichstr. 35
6020 Innsbruck
Tel.: + 43 5 0504 0

Airports
Innsbruck Airport
Tel: +43 512 22 52 50
Email: info@innsbruck-airport.com
http://www.innsbruck-airport.com/
Garages
Autowerkstätte Plattner Erwin jun.
Hauptstr. 17, Ötz
Tel.: +43 5252 6852 0
Service and repair of all brands
Gas Stations
SHELL Station Wachter
Hauptstr. 26, Ötz
Tel.: +43 5252 6349
Train Station
Ötztal train station
Information desk, rates, reservations etc.
Tel.: +43 512 93000 0
Train and Bus Connections
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Munich Airport
Tel: +49 89 9 75 00
Email: info@munich-airport.de
http://www.munich-airport.de/
www.oebb.at (schedule also available at the tourist information)
Car Rentals
LaudaMotion GmbH
Autovermietung Innsbruck Hbf.
Südtiroler Platz 7
6020 Innsbruck
Tel.: +43 900 240120
www.LaudaMotion.com
Avis Autovermietung Innsbruck
Flughafen Kranebitten
6020 Innsbruck
Tel.: +43 512 571 754
www.avis.at
Autoverleih Buchbinder
Burgenlandstr 8
6020 Innsbruck
Tel.: +43 512 348565-0
www.buchbinder.co.at

Taxi
Baumann Peter
Habichen 5
6433 Ötz
Tel.: +43 5252 6249
Schöpf Ulrich (also shuttle service!)
Olympstraße 17
6430 Ötztal Bahnhof
Tel.: +43 5252 6006
Mobile: +43 664 101 58 22
http://www.ullis-taxi.com
Shuttle Service
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Taxi Tipotsch
Ötztal Bahnhof
6430 Ötztal Bahnhof
Tel.: +43 5266 88216
http://www.austriataxi.info
The Ötztal Shuttle takes you for a good price, flexible, fast and comfortable from
Innsbruck Airport to your holiday destination in Ötztal valley and back. 40 € per
person from the exit of the terminal to the front door of your hotel.
Important: request the service in advance by telephone +43 5254 3550 or via mail:
info@Ötztalerbus.at
Lost and Found
In case you find any belongings, please drop them off at the Race Office. The same
goes for you, missing something.
Post Office
Hauptstr. 51, Ötz
Tel.: +43 577677 6433
Opening Hours:
Mo - Fr 08h00 – 12h00
14h00 – 17h30

Supermarkets
1 M-Preis
Hauptstr. 31, Ötz
Tel.: +43 50321-8196
Opening Hours
Mo – Fr 08h00 – 18h30
Sa 08h00 – 18h00
1
2 Spar Markt
Kühtaier Str. 2, Ötz
Tel.: +43 5252 25700
Opening Hours
Mo – Thur 07h00 – 19h00
Fr 07h00 – 19h30
Sa 07h00 – 18h00
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11. Sponsors and Partners
TITLE
For over 60 years adidas has been part of the world of sports on
every level, delivering state-of-the-art sports footwear, apparel and
accessories. Today, with total net sales of 11.9 billion euros and net
income of over 800 million euros, adidas- is a global leader in the
sporting goods industry and offers the broadest portfolio of products.
adidas products are available in virtually every country of the world.
www.adidas.com
DESTINATION
Ötztal Valley is a superlative holiday region: With its 67km it is the
longest side valley of the Inntal. The glacier ski area, covering a total
area of 140 km, ranks among the biggest of its kind within the Eastern
Alps. Obergurgl-Hochgurgl (1,930m) is Austria's highest, permanently
settled mountain village with its own parish church. The rushing
Stuibenfall is Tirol's highest waterfall with a height of 159 meters.
Majestic Wildspitze peak (3,774m) is Austria's second highest
mountain, and crystal clear Piburger See lake is one of Tirol's
warmest swimming lakes with an average summer temperature of
23°C.
www.oetztal.com
TOURISM
Tirol – the holiday resort in the midst of Europe, the Heart of the Alps,
leaves no wish unfulfilled. Over 1,000 state-of-the-art lift installations
prepare skiers for some 3,500 piste kilometres of enjoyable skiing.
Those who appreciate the soft side of winter find 5,700 km. of
superbly groomed cross-country trails. In the summer 22,000 km. of
walks are enticing, so is Tirol's famous long-distance trek, the
"Adlerweg". Those who like pedalling up mountains find marvellous
mountain bike routes on the Bike Trail Tirol, the longest continuous
round biking course in the Alps. Guests can relax and recuperate
during all seasons in Tirol's top hotels.
www.tirol.at
OFFICIAL WATCH AND TIMING
OTHERS MAY SHOW THE TIME, BUT HANHART MEASURES IT
The name of Hanhart, more than any other, has long been
synonymous with precision timekeeping. With its own innovative
developments, the Swiss-German brand was a pioneer in the
manufacture of stopwatches and wrist chronographs. Ever since the
company was first established, all of Hanhart's timepieces have been
geared towards a few simple principles: maximum precision and
reliability, perfect readability, simple and secure operation, and the
greatest possible robustness. And the brand is still conforming to
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these standards today in the development of all stopwatches and
chronographs. This makes them ideal accessories for use in the air,
on the land on the sea. The brand slogan, "Mastering the Elements",
is an unequivocal obligation.
Thanks to cutting-edge knowledge and skills, the long-standing
tradition and expertise of its own manufactory in Gütenbach,
Germany, which has its origins in the watch business established by
Johann A. Hanhart in Diessenhofen in 1882, and the first-class
functionality of all products, Hanhart is today a worldwide market
leader and the most important producer of precision timepieces.
www.hanhart.com
SAFETY SPONSOR
°hf was founded by the canoe teacher Horst Fürsattel in the year
1984. His homemade products were first only intended to serve his
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