RACE RULES

1. RACE ENTRY PRE-REQUISITE

Participants must be at least 18 years old on race day.

Race entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. An optional Refundable Booking option is available during registration, subject to its terms and conditions.

2. RACE COURSE

All athletes must follow the official race course shown on the maps. Failure to follow the designated route or pass mandatory checkpoints will result in disqualification.

Checkpoints are located throughout the course. Please refer to the race maps for details.

Weather Conditions and Race Safety

In the event of extreme weather, including strong winds, poor visibility or other unforeseen circumstances, the race organisers reserve the right to modify, shorten or cancel the race.

These decisions are made to protect the safety of athletes, marshals and volunteers. Safety always comes first.

 3. EQUIPMENT / RULES

Swim leg:

  • Mandatory: A full wetsuit suitable for water temperatures between 10°C and 17°C.

  • Recommended: Additional neoprene protection, such as non-webbed gloves, socks and a neoprene swim cap.

Be prepared for a challenging swim. Head currents and water flowing from the hydropower outlets can create turbulent conditions in the fjord.

After the swim: All swim gear must be placed in the plastic bag provided by the race organisers, clearly labelled with your race bib number.

Your bag will be available for collection on Saturday, either before or after the post-race Legends Dinner.

Bike leg:

  • Bike: A road bike with brake pads in excellent condition is strongly recommended. The course features steep climbs and descents, with very few flat sections suitable for time trial bikes.

  • Helmet: A CE-approved cycling helmet is mandatory.

  • Lights: A front yellow light and a steady red rear light are mandatory.

  • Equipment changes: Changing bikes or wheels is only permitted in the event of mechanical failure. The Race Office must be informed.

  • Drafting: thorXtri is a draft-legal race, meaning athletes may draft behind other cyclists. However, drafting or pacing behind motor vehicles is strictly prohibited.

Please ensure your bike is in excellent mechanical condition before race day.

Run leg:

  • Trail running shoes: Suitable for rough, rocky and technical terrain. Road running shoes are strongly discouraged.

  • Backpack containing:

    • Waterproof jacket with hood and waterproof trousers, both with taped seams

    • An extra thermal base layer

    • Hat or beanie and gloves

    • Whistle

    • Sufficient food and water

    • Mobile phone

    • First aid kit

Bag Drop at T1

Before racking your bike on race morning, you must hand in a backpack containing all your mandatory running equipment, including your running shoes. The race organisers will transport your backpack to T2 while you complete the bike leg.

Mandatory Equipment Check at T2

All equipment will be checked before you start the run. Athletes missing any mandatory items will not be permitted to continue onto the run course.

The mountain conditions can change rapidly, so come prepared for cold, wet and windy weather, even on a sunny day.

4. TIMING

thorXtri uses an app-based timing system provided by RaceID.com. Keeping with our old-school triathlon concept, we record start and finish times only, with no individual swim, bike or run splits.

The race begins with a water start at 05:00, and your official time stops when you cross the finish line at Eagle's Nest after completing all three disciplines.

Race bib requirements:

  • Bike leg: Your race bib must be worn on your back.

  • Run leg: Your race bib must be worn on your front.

Your race number must remain clearly visible to our marshals to ensure accurate identification and timing at the finish line.

5. ATHLETES RESPONSIBILITY

ll athletes are responsible for knowing and following the race rules. Respect for fellow athletes, volunteers, spectators, tourists, local residents and the environment is expected at all times.

  • Fair play: Cheating or gaining an unfair advantage is prohibited. Doping is strictly forbidden in accordance with the regulations of the Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of Sports (NIF).

  • Course familiarisation: Athletes are welcome to train on and explore the course before race day. Please respect local residents, landowners and the Norwegian Allemannsretten (right to roam).

  • Emergency assistance: Athletes must assist fellow competitors in an emergency to the best of their ability. You are not expected to provide professional medical care, but you must alert race marshals or organisers and help keep the injured person safe until assistance arrives.

  • Withdrawal: Any athlete withdrawing from the race must inform the race organisers as soon as possible.

  • Environment: Leave no trace. Rubbish may only be disposed of at designated aid stations. Littering will result in immediate disqualification.

  • Outside assistance: thorXtri is a self-supported race. Athletes may only receive assistance from official race staff and designated aid stations. Support from spectators, friends or family is not permitted.

  • Penalties: Rule violations may result in time penalties or disqualification, depending on their severity.

Participation and Personal Responsibility

Athletes participate at their own risk and are responsible for assessing their fitness, equipment and ability to complete the course safely. The race organisers cannot accept responsibility for accidents or injuries except where liability cannot legally be excluded.

Remember: thorXtri is an old-school, self-supported mountain triathlon. Look after yourself, respect others and help those in need.6. SAFETY

The athletes shall never move further away than 10 m from the run course. The race organization and the medic team can refuse an athlete or team to continue if they:

A) are not equipped with the above specified compulsory equipment.

B) judge them not capable caused by fatigue or being in such bad physical condition.

7. MEDIA AND SPONSOR EXPOSURE

Race bibs: Race bibs must not be altered, folded or modified in any way. They must remain clearly visible throughout the race, worn on the back during the bike leg and on the front during the run leg.

  • Photography and filming: By participating in thorXtri, athletes acknowledge that photographs and video footage may be captured during the event and used by the race organisers for promotional purposes, including social media, websites, press coverage, television and film.

  • Drone filming: Athletes acknowledge that drones may be used to capture footage along the race course, subject to applicable regulations.

If you would like a particular photo or video featuring you removed from our channels, please contact the race organisers.

All photography, filming and use of personal data will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy regulations.

8. ACCEPTING THE RULES

By entering thorXtri, all athletes have accepted the rules in full.

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