Will he do it again? Four-time winner Chrigel Maurer at the finish of the 2015 Red Bull X-Alps on 13 July 2015. Photo: Harald Tauderer/Red Bull Content Pool
Applications for the 2017 Red Bull X-Alps will open on 1 July this year, according to the X-Alps organisers. They will remain open for two months, until 31 August 2016.
Applications can be made via the applications page on the Red Bull X-Alps website.
Organisers say applicants need:
• Exceptional paragliding skills
• Extensive mountaineering experience
• Outstanding level of fitness and endurance
• Proven achievements in recognised competitions
• Remarkable courage and sportsmanship – track record of own adventures and projects
The format of the race will remain the same – a 1,000km hike-and-fly race east to west across the European Alps.
However, the exact route will not be announced until nearer the race date. The race will start on 2 July 2017 and will last for two weeks.
Organisers said the race rules will also be updated: gliders must be EN-certified and harnesses must be certified with back protector.
Got what it takes? See the Applications page.
