SPRINT is a further racing format to the multi-day nonstop ultracycling event TORTOUR ULTRA and CHALLENGE. The distance is around 270 kilometers clearly shorter and can only be ridden unaccompanied. So, as a solo rider, it’s a pretty long single time trial through the beautiful pre-Alpine landscape and the experience of unforgettable emotions. However, since 270 kilometers unaccompanied can be quite lonely, SPRINT can also be ridden in teams of 2 or 3 since 2017 and in teams of 6-8 (TTT) since 2021. Unlike the other racing formats, SPRINT’s teams always work together.
Thanks to easier preparation and less effort – also logistically – SPRINT makes it possible to get into ultracycling sport with a great competition or, because of its simplicity, also offers itself for foreign participants.
All riders complete the entire route – the teams together. All participants must therefore drive the entire kilometre.
REGISTRATION
SOLO
Team of 2
Team of 3
Team Time Trial
Route
(provisional)
Note: The route is ridden in a clockwise direction.
| Total 264 kilometres, 3667m elevation gain |
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Stage 1
| Stage 1: Sihlcity – Hemberg 75 kilometres, 1017 metres altitude difference |
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Stage 2
| 2nd stage: Hemberg – Buchs SG 63 kilometres, 1220 metres altitude difference |
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Stage 3
| 3rd stage: Buchs SG – Niederurnen 59 kilometres, 580 metres in altitude |
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Stage 4
| Stage 4: Niederurnen – Hütten 36 kilometres, 640 metres altitude difference |
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Stage 5
| Stage 5: Hütten – Sihlcity 31 kilometres, 210 metres in altitude |
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EVENT INFORMATION
| Categories | Entry fee* | Comments | |
| Solo without crew | |||
| (1F) | Women | CHF 290.- | |
| (1M) + (1M/Ü50) | Men | CHF 290.- | (1M/Ü50) Participants born until August 18, 1971 or older |
| Team of 2 without crew | |||
| (2) | Open | CHF 490.- | Max. 20 teams |
| Team of 3 without crew | |||
| (3) | Open | CHF 690.- | Max. 10 teams |
| TTT (without crew) | |||
| (6-8) | Open | CHF 1490.- | Max. 10 teams |
INCLUDED IN THE ENTRY FEE ARE:
- Event in Sihlcity, supporting programme, award ceremony
- TORTOUR Ultracycling jersey, starter bag
- reflective belts
- Time measurement / GPS tracking (on loan)
- Routebook, GPS route data
- Signage of the route
- Velo marking
- Meals at Timestations
*Additional 2% administration fee on the entry fee.
The organiser expressly reserves the right to reject registrations.
Cancellation or cancellation of the event for reasons of safety, force majeure or other important causes does not trigger a refund of the participant’s contribution or claims for damages in favour of the participants. No claims for damages can be made against Cycling Unlimited AG for hotel costs of caregivers or possible cancellation fees in the event of a short-term cancellation of the event. In case of cancellation of participation up to 6 weeks before the event, a deferral on the following event is possible. However, no starting fees will be refunded. Also not in the event of a cancellation with a medical certificate. The organizer recommends to sign an insurance against cancellation costs. This insurance is not offered by the organizer and is the responsibility of the participant.
| Category | Check | Prolog | Start | Finish deadline |
| Sprint Solo | Sat, 21.8.2021 04:00 – 05:00 |
no prologue | Sat, 21.8.2021 from 07:00 |
Sat, 21.8.2021 21:00 |
| Sprint of 2 | Sat, 21.8.2021 04:00 – 06:00 |
no prologue | Sat, 21.8.2021 from 08:00 |
Sat, 21.8.2021 19:00 |
| Sprint of 3 | Sat, 21.8.2021 04:00 – 05:00 |
no prologue | Sat, 21.8.2021 from 07:00 |
Sat, 21.8.2021 19:00 |
| Sprint TTT (6-8) | Sat, 21.8.2021 04:00 – 05:00 |
no prologue | Sat, 21.8.2021 from 08:00 |
Sat, 21.8.2021 19:00 |
Opening hours
| SPRINT | From | Until | ||
| Sihlcity | Sa, 21.8 | 06:00 | Sa, 21.8 | 08:00 |
| Hemberg | Sa, 21.8 | 09:15 | Sa, 21.8 | 12:30 |
| Buchs SG | Sa, 21.8 | 11:45 | Sa, 21.8 | 15:15 |
| Niederurnen | Sa, 21.8 | 13:15 | Sa, 21.8 | 18:00 |
| Hütten | Sa, 21.8 | 14:15 | Sa, 21.8 | 20:00 |
| Sihlcity | Sa, 21.8 | 15:00 | Sa, 21.8 | 21:00 |
Rankings of the past years
The SPRINT is a sporting challenge and needs good preparation. For simplicity, we have compiled a list for you to prepare for the SPRINT.
What do you need to participate in the SPRINT?
- 1 bike incl. Lighting (and spare batteries) for night trips
- Reflective clothing for night trips
- Clothing for all weather situations during the race (think of the mountains)
- Meals for the athlete
- 1 mobile phone
- RECOMMENDED: Navigation device and repair kit (no mechanic support on the whole route)
What does each SPRINT rider receive from the organiser?
- Starter bag
- On loan a tracking set
- Start numbers for the athlete (without reflectors for the wheel)
- Light vest and light gaiters