Red Bull 50/50 biathlon challenge at Caingorm
On Saturday 10th March 2012, the inaugural Red Bull 50/50 will be taking place at CairnGorm Mountain in Scotland, challenging skiers, snowboarders and mountain bikers in the ultimate biathlon.
The unique concept will see competitors race in groups of ten from the top of the mountain on skis or snowboard, down to the snowline, where a quick transition onto mountain bikes will be required to make the rest of the journey to the finish line.
50 Years of the Cairngorms
Cairngorm Mountain
Ian Whitaker CEO of CairnGorm Mountain said, “We are extremely excited to be hosting this groundbreaking event during our fiftieth anniversary year of mechanised uplift here at CairnGorm Mountain. Competitors will be challenged to get down the mountain in a completely unique way.”
Applications to be part of the race can be made at redbull.co.uk/5050 until the 5th March when 100 competitors will be selected to take part in the race to become the first Red Bull 50/50 champion.
Qualifying Criteria:
- 100 registered competitors will be selected at random to compete in the qualifying round
- Final groups of ten will be selected by combining mountain bike and snowboard qualifying times
- Competitors must be aged 14 or over
- Registration closes on Monday 5th March 2012
- Location: CairnGorm Mountain, Cairn Gorm Ski Area, Aviemore PH22 1RB
- Time: Qualifying starts at 10:00/Main event 16:00
- Free to spectators
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Cairngorm
On a good day with full cover, Cairngorms can be a great days boarding - but don't expect alpine conditions and take your old rock-hopper if you value your base and edges! It can get extremely busy at the weekends.