Now in its 9th edition, the Lussarissimo consists of a series of sporting events ranging from a night vertical race for ski mountaineers and snowshoers to the longest parallel giant slalom in the world.
The events take place in the Tarvisio area on the slopes used for World Cup races, set against the backdrop of Monte Lussari and its picturesque sanctuary, near which the start of the giant parallel slalom and the finish line of the ski mountaineering and snowshoe races will be located.
The spirit of head-to-head competition is especially strong in the giant parallel slalom, where participants can choose the opponent they want to race against, adding a direct duel to the race against the clock. Many competitors return to the Lussarissimo every year to experience the thrill of a 4 km descent on a tourist-free slope along a fun parallel course.
For ski mountaineering enthusiasts and snowshoers, the vertical race takes place along the Pilgrim’s Trail (Sentiero del Pellegrino), one of the most scenic routes in the region.
A packed schedule of events will engage all of Tarvisio in a two-day celebration of snow, sport, and fun:
Lussarissimo “down up – ski”, vertical ski mountaineering race
On Friday, March 14 at 7:30 PM (at night), the vertical ski mountaineering race will take place.
Bib pickup on Friday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Race Office. Mass start at 7:30 PM ascending Monte Lussari. Awards ceremony at approximately 10:30 PM at the Schuss Bar at the base of the Lussari gondola. Prizes will be awarded to the overall M/F and “Over 50” categories.
Lussarissimo “down up – Snowshoes”, vertical snowshoe race
Friday, March 14, at night. Bib pickup on Friday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Race Office. Mass start at 7:40 PM ascending Monte Lussari. Awards ceremony at approximately 10:45 PM at the Schuss Bar at the base of the Lussari gondola. Prizes will be awarded to the overall men’s and women’s standings.
Lussarissimo Classic – giant parallel slalom
On Saturday, March 15 at 9:20 AM, the longest Parallel Slalom in the world will begin!
Bib pickup on Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and on Saturday from 7:00 AM to 8:45 AM at the Race Office, next to the “Clinica dello SCI” rental shop. Course inspection from 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM; first competitor scheduled to start at 9:20 AM. Awards ceremony at approximately 2:30 PM. Prizes will be awarded to the overall categories and all FISI categories.
Prize Pool
There will be a rich prize pool thanks to the sponsors supporting our event again this year.
Prizes include: expense reimbursements, technical gear from Ferrino, Elan, Olang, Buff, Foil, Dainese, La Sportiva, Scarpa, Gabel, SH+, Atk Race, Karpos, and Alpina, as well as food and wine products, shopping vouchers, hotel stays, and other prizes provided by Eurospar, Bortolotti Valdobbiadene, Principe di San Daniele, Tenuta Primero di Grado, Nassfeld, Avalon Wellness, and various local restaurants. Prizes will go not only to the top finishers, but also—depending on the race—to the 50th, 100th, and 150th overall times, the largest group, and raffle winners.
Every registered participant will receive a race pack including, depending on the race:
CMP fleece beanies, Buff neck warmers, Wintersteiger ski straps, an Elan T-shirt, Decathlon fleece gloves or bag, mineral supplements or Union Radler, a meal voucher, return trip by gondola, and other goodies.
For more information about the event, you can visit the official website www.lussarissimo.com
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