The Sports and Cultural Association of DROMEO EVIAS announces the organization of the 3rd mountain running race called “Dirfys Trail Run”, which will take place on the weekend of November 25-26, 2023, in Steni EVIAS
The race will be held under the auspices of EOSLMA-Y, in collaboration with the Region of Central Greece, the Municipality of Dirfyon-Messapia, the Cultural Development Organization (OPASTE) of Central Greece and the Regional Union of Municipalities (PED) of Central Greece.
ITRA – UTMB
The Dirfys trail run race “Hiraios Athlos 30k” is certified by UTMB and Itra. Participates in the UTMB index races and the Itra national league.
VENUE:
The races will be held at the starting and finishing point of Stenis Primary School
RACE DATE:
Saturday 25 November 2023
Start time:
– 4km downhill 2:00 pm
Sunday 26 November 2023
Start time:
– 30km 09:30 am
– 15km 09:45 am
– 5km 09:45 am
– 1000m 10:00 am
RACE MISSION:
Through the organization, the promotion of our place is achieved, the promotion of local traditional products, the paths are maintained and highlighted, environmental awareness is strengthened, and the rare natural environment is protected by the Natura network, which hosts us and which we must protect from ” green” growth that threatens nature with destruction.
RECEIVING NUMBERS:
Participants should be at the secretariat up to one hour before the start to receive the numbers.
STORAGE OF PERSONAL ITEMS:
The possibility of storing the participants’ personal belongings will be provided in a specially configured area. It is recommended not to place valuable items in bags/backpacks, as the organization bears no responsibility in case of their loss.
PARTICIPATION RIGHT:
Men and women who have reached the age of 18 on the day of the games are eligible to participate in the games. Students can participate in the competitions if they have a Responsible Declaration from their guardians.
*The race will be held with all EODY health protocols that will be in effect on the day of the match.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION “HIRAIOS ATHLOS 30 KM”
The route length is 32.5km with a maximum altitude difference of 1603m. Apart from 1500m at the start and 1500m at the finish, which is on asphalt, the rest of the route is on technical trails and dirt mountain roads. The start and finish of the race take place at Stenis Primary School.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION “DIRFYS PATHS 15 KM”
The route length is 14.6km with a maximum altitude difference of 840m. Apart from 1500m at the start and 1500m at the finish, which is on asphalt, the rest of the route is on technical trails and dirt mountain roads. The start and finish of the race take place at Stenis Primary School.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION “KANTZOU TRAIL 5KM”
The length of the short route is 5.5km with a maximum altitude difference of 250m. The route consists of a dirt road and paths. The start and finish of the race take place at Stenis Primary School.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION “Dirfys Trail big bear downhill 4km”
It starts from the ridge of Syka and ends in the village of Steni. With 4km of negative altitude of about 500m. It moves on technical terrain, with the last kilometre being in the village of Steni.
SUPPLY STATIONS:
– On the 30km route, there will be 7 stations for feeding and checking the athletes as follows:
1. At 4.2 km “Aeroporon” station, Squadron Leader KARAKITSIOS KYRIAKOS and deputy Squadron Leader KOSTOPOULOS DIMITRIOS
2. At the 5.8km “Sevach” station
3. At 8.6km “Sideritis” station
4. At 14.5km “Antonis Sykaris” station
5. At the 23.4 km station, “The 5 heroes of Mistro”
6. At 26.7km “Sideritis” station
7. At 30.8km “Lela Karagianni” station
– On the 15km route, there will be 4 stations for feeding and checking the athletes as follows:
1. At 4.2 km “Aeroporon” station, Squadron Leader KARAKITSIOS KYRIAKOS and deputy Squadron Leader KOSTOPOULOS DIMITRIOS
2. At the 5.8km “Sevach” station
3. At 8.6km “Sideritis” station
4. At 12.6km “Lela Karagianni” station
– On the 5km route, there will be 2 stations for feeding and control of the athletes as follows:
1. Στο 1,1χλμ σταθμός “Θανάσης Αναστασιάδης”, ορειβάτης ΕΟΣ Χαλκίδας
2. At 3.6km “Lela Karagianni” station
NECESSARY EQUIPMENT:
Athletes must bring an aluminium blanket on the 15 & 30-km route.
TIMING-RESULTS:
Timing will be done digitally with a chip in the running shoe.
The results will be presented in real-time and posted immediately after the race, and a message with everyone’s personal time will be sent immediately after the finish. A live streaming service is provided during the termination. The final results will be published after being checked by the organizing committee in the days following the race.
On the 30km route, there will be a “gate” of exclusion at 26.5km with a time of 5 hours and 30 minutes from the start of the race. The limit is common for all categories of athletes, regardless of gender and age. After completing the mentioned time, the person in charge of the station continues to register the athletes, but as overdue, the athletes who arrive there must hand in their number.
AWARD OF PRIZES & MEDALS:
Races 30km-15km-5km
Prizes are awarded to the top three overall men’s and women’s finishers
MEN-WOMEN AGE CATEGORIES 30KM
18 years to 49 years
50 years and older
All participants who finish will be given a commemorative medal
Children’s race
All participants who finish will be given a commemorative medal
PARTICIPATION FEE:
The cost of participation is as follows:
-31€ for the 30 km race
-21€ for the 15km race
-12€ for the 5km race
-15€ for the 4km downhill race
-The children’s race is free
The consideration will be paid electronically by card (debit-credit). No other form of payment will be accepted. Payment will be made within five (5) days of registration, otherwise the registration will not be valid. A confirmation email will be sent after payment.
REGISTRATION END:
12 November 2023
*Athletes who have registered and wish to withdraw from their registration can cancel their registration only until the deadline for registration (12/11/2023). In this case, the organization will refund the registration fee to the athlete. After this date, no refund is possible.
PARTICIPATION PACKAGE:
The participation package includes:
– Heraios Athlos 30km
Digital timing with chip, runner number, medal, softshell jacket, first aid services and medical care throughout the race.
– Dirfya Trails 15 km
Digital timing with chip, runner number, medal, wind vest, first aid services and medical care throughout the race.
– Paths of Katzou 5 km
Digital timing with chip, runner number, medal, wind vest, first aid services and medical care throughout the race.
– Downhill 4 km
Digital timing with chip, runner number, medal, technical T-shirt, first aid services and medical treatment
Extra option For 10 euros
Technical socks of excellent quality by the company Desocks.
Medium 37-41
Large 42-47
REGISTRATION FORM:
Participation declarations will be made online on the site: https://bit.ly/dirfytrail2023
Payment of participation fee:
The consideration will be paid electronically by card (debit-credit). No other form of payment will be accepted. Payment will be made within three (3) days of registration, otherwise the registration will not be valid. A confirmation email will be sent after payment.
CONTACT PHONES:
Contact hours: afternoon
Christos Gouvailis: 694 691 8465
Spanou Georgia: 698 138 2085
Kostas Nikolopoulos: 698 768 2553
Tentomas Nikos: 693 612 5340
e-mail: apsdromeonevias@gmail.com
RACE CANCELLATION:
If the match is not allowed to take place on the specified date, the transfer of the match to a new date will be announced. All payments will be valid on the new date as well. If someone does not wish to participate on the new date, they can request a refund. The money will be returned except for €3 for the 30km and €2 for the 15 & 5km, which the bank withholds as administrative costs.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
Participating runners will be emailed a health information questionnaire to complete online three days before the race. Alternatively, they can show the necessary certificates to the secretariat when receiving the timing package.