Wild 25
On this short and ultra nervous format, discover a summary of the Valais atmosphere: 1 wild climb, 1 crossing through the mountain pastures, 1 refreshment point at the highest point of the route. 1 varied descent with forests, technical terrain and a biss
Race Category
Running Stones
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A condensed version of the Valais atmosphere
On this short and ultra-energetic format, the runners will have a condensed version of the Valais atmosphere: bucolic passages through the alpine pastures, exhilarating forest trails, breathtaking views of the 4000 meter peaks of the Valais, historical paths along the bisses… Indeed, the "small" race of the weekend has all the makings of a big one!
BEFORE THE RACE
Sunday, 15th September 2024
- Wave 1 : 9:30am
- Wave 2 : 9:45am
- Wave 3 : 10:00 am
BY TRAIN
From the Valais or Berne Canton
BY CAR
From the Valais
Sierre, approx. 30min
Crans-Montana, approx. 50min
Chamonix, approx. 2h
From the Bern Canton
Through the Lötschberg tunnel
Crans-Montana Place Ycoor
timetable coming soon
Leukerbad, Bus Terminal, Rathausstrasse 8
Sunday, 15th : from 7:30 am to 8:45 am
Timings may be subject to change
All clothing must be the correct size for the competitor and without having been modified in any way after leaving the factory. You carry this equipment on you or in a pack which is not interchangeable during the race.
You have to bring the full list of mandatory equipment below. According to the weather forecast, we will remove some from the list if we consider they will not be useful. The final list will be confirmed 1 or 2 days before the race.
- Running pack or equipment belt to carry mandatory gear throughout the race.
- Smartphone:
- the runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race:
- with international roaming that works in Switzerland.
- Each runner should save the organization's safety phone numbers, not mask/block their number and do not forget to start the race with the battery fully charged.
- Keep the phone ON at all times, airplane mode is forbidden and could result in a penalty.
- LiveTrail application installed and activated in order to locate you in case of emergency.
- An external battery is highly recommended.
- Personal cup 15 cl/5oz minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)
- Minimum water supply of 0.5 liter.
- Food reserve. Recommendation of 400kcal (ex : 1 gel + 1 power bar)
- Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum / 55 inches x 80 inches or survival bag
- Whistle .
- Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm / 40 inches x 2,5 inches)
- Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (e.g.. Outdry)
- *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber (10,000 mm).
- **RET value recommended: minimum of 13.
- the jacket must have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.
- the seams must be sealed.
- the jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof. Air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back) are accepted.
- It is the runner's responsibility to judge, with these criteria if their jacket fits the regulations stated to face bad weather in the mountains. But during a check, the judgment is made by the person in charge.
- Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely.
- Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (excluding cotton) weighing at least 180g (6,5 onces) OR the combination of a long-sleeved warm undergarment (first or second layer, excluding cotton) weighing at least 110g (4 onces) and a windproof jacket* with durable water-repellent protection (DWR protection)
- *the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, or vice versa
- Warm gloves
- ID passport/ID card
If you choose to take poles, it's for the whole race. It's forbidden to start without poles and take some along the way, or vice versa.
Other recommended equipment (non-exhaustive list)
bowl and kitchenware if you wish to eat a meal. They won't be available on the aid stations.
Spare warm clothing, indispensable in the case of cold or wet weather or in the case of injury.
Poles in the case of rain or snow for your security on slippery ground.
Vaseline or anti-heat cream.
A 20 CHF note
GPS watch.
Knife or scissors for cutting elasticated bandage.
Emergency sewing kit...
Race officials are entitled to check your backpack at any time during the race.
DURING THE RACE
No assistance authorized for this race !
Supporters may still access the aid station and encourage their runner, but no assistance may be provided at the points identified as "without assistance".
Supporters may still access the aid station and encourage their runner, but no assistance may be provided at the points identified as "without assistance".
- Varenalp, access only on foot
Only a water point
When collecting their race numbers, each participant receives a 30-litre bag. After filling it with the items of their choice and closing it, they can leave it at the start and collect it at the finish in Crans-Montana, place Ycoor.
AFTER THE RACE
All the following post-race services are available in the Ycoor square, just a few metres from the finish arch:
- Men's and women's showers/changing rooms
- Rest room
- Finishers prizes
- Runners' bags
- Doctor, samaritans
- Massage service
- Post-race meals, refreshment stands
- Awards ceremony
- Entertainment
- Men's and women's WC
Around the race
Plan your stay and check out all the tourist activities and experiences around the Wildstrubel massif.
Participate in WILD 25
All the information you need to know before starting an extraordinary adventure.
