The Migu Run Skyrunner® World Series (“MRSWS”) is the official International Skyrunning Federation (“ISF”) race circuit for mountain running.
It is composed of 18 races in 12 countries on 3 continents.
Its objective is to establish who is the best Skyrunner in the World; a Skyrunner being someone able to face any type of mountain with technicality, speed and intensity.
Sky Races are characterised by factors such as distance, elevation, altitude, climbing difficulty and run all terrain including snow and glaciers.
SkyMan SA (“SkyMan”) is the official and authorised ISF agent managing the MRSWS.
The full calendar is to be found on the website.
1. SANCTIONING
The Series is officially sanctioned by the ISF.
As such, the MRSWS follows the ISF rules, with certain additional requirements as outlined below.
2. RACE CATEGORIES
For the 2018 season, MRSWS shall feature two race categories:
2.1. Sky Classic
Distance | 22 km < Classic < 50 km |
Average Elevation | 7.5 % |
Difference of min/max altitude | 1,000 m |
2.2. Sky Extra
Distance | 50 km < Extra < 75 km |
Average Elevation | 6.5 % |
Difference of min/max altitude | 1,000 m |
Sky Extra races will be graded from 1 to 3 based using a mix of the following factors:
Grade 3 will be equivalent to 2017 Extreme races.
2.3. Tolerance
SkyMan reserves the right to waive criteria in specific circumstances.
3. BONUS RACES
There will be a total of five bonus races (three for Sky Classic and two for Sky Extra) that will reward an extra 50% bonus points.
4. POINTS ATTRIBUTION
At each race, points will be attributed to the top twenty finishers in a symmetric manner for men and women according to the following grid.
Pos. | Men and Women | Pos. | Men and Women |
1 | 100 | 11 | 22 |
2 | 80 | 12 | 18 |
3 | 70 | 13 | 16 |
4 | 60 | 14 | 14 |
5 | 54 | 15 | 12 |
6 | 48 | 16 | 10 |
7 | 42 | 17 | 8 |
8 | 36 | 18 | 6 |
9 | 30 | 19 | 4 |
10 | 26 | 20 | 2 |
5. RANKINGS
For the 2018 Season, three Rankings will be published all receiving prize money with an emphasis on the “Overall Ranking”.
5.1. Sky Classic
Takes into account the season’s five best results for each athlete.
5.2. Sky Extra
Takes into account the season’s four best results for each athlete.
5.3. Overall
Athletes scoring points in any race will enter the Overall Ranking. Their two best results in each category will count for the final ranking.
5.4. Tie Break rules
If at the end of the season two athletes are tied, the following rules will apply until the tie is broken:
6. TITLES
At the conclusion of the Series, the first male and female competitors with the highest score will be declared
7. PRIZE MONEY
7.1. End of Season Bonus Pool
SkyMan shall distribute an “End of Season Bonus Pool” totalling 66,000 EUR.
It will be split equally between men and women as per the following table.
Position | Sky Classic | Sky Extra | Overall |
1 | 5,000 EUR | 5,000 EUR | 10,000 EUR |
2 | 2,500 EUR | 2,500 EUR | 3,000 EUR |
3 | 1,500 EUR | 1,500 EUR | 2,000 EUR |
TOTAL | 9,000 EUR | 9,000 EUR | 15,000 EUR |
7.2. Eligibility
The End of Season Bonus Pool will only be distributed to athletes who fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
Should an athlete ranked in the top three at the end of the season not be eligible, the prize-money will be distributed to the next eligible athlete.
8. END OF SEASON PRIZE GIVING CEREMONIES
In order to receive the end of season Bonus Pool prize money, an athlete ranked in the top three on any of the three final rankings is required to be physically present at the prize-giving ceremony of the final race in each race category (ultimate race for the overall).
9. WINNERS
Every race can have only one male and one female winner.
Any perceived tie will be determined by a photo finish or other control system.
If the photo finish shows a perfect tie, then the SkyMan Jury will make a final decision.
10. OBLIGATIONS FOR THE TOP THREE FINISHERS
10.1. Finish line photo
The first two athletes must wait in the finish line area for the third finisher for the “finish line photo”.
10.1.1. Winners’ obligation
The winner will be requested to wear a “MRSWS Winner Cap” supplied and branded by a sportwear manufacturer and/or wear a “MRSWS Winner Bib”.
10.2. Official Podium
The top three athletes of each race must attend the official podium / prize-giving ceremony.
Their presence is compulsory to receive the prize-money.
11. SKYMAN ATHLETES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Starting in 2018, SkyMan will implement an “Athletes Management System” that allows a better flow of information between the parties (i.e. Races, Athletes, SkyMan).
Athletes will receive credentials to access their personal account containing all their data.
The System will allow athletes to express interest in a race and to confirm or cancel participation.
12. ENTRY CONDITIONS
12.1. Individual event
All races of the Migu Run Skyrunner® World Series are individual races.
12.2. Minimum age
It is open to any man or woman at least 18 years of age during 2018.
(i.e. born in or before year 2000)
13. REGISTRATIONS
13.1. Limited entries
The organisers are entitled to limit the number of entries including Elite athletes.
13.2. Seeding
13.2.1. Eligibility
13.2.2. Benefits
13.2.3. Obligations
Seeded athletes receive these benefits in return for providing the following:
13.3. Disengagement and no show
13.3.1. Disengagement
If after having registered, an athlete is unable to attend the race, they will have to immediately inform SkyMan via the Athletes Management System.
If the cancellation takes place less than two weeks before the event, the athlete is required to provide a medical certificate justifying their withdrawal from the race.
13.3.2. No Show
Not showing at the start for any reason without informing the organiser and SkyMan via Athletes Management System will automatically result in a sanction as per Article 11.3.3.
13.3.3. Sanction
Unjustified withdrawals and no shows will result in non-eligibility for the End of Season Bonus Pool.
14. EQUIPMENT
14.1. Equipment
Athletes competing in MRSWS will be required at all times during the race to carry:
Failure to respect this rule will result in a penalty of 20 points in all rankings.
14.2. Obligation to wear a shirt
It is compulsory to wear a shirt (or similar) and shorts during the whole duration of the race.
Failure to respect this rule will result in a penalty of 20 points in all rankings.
14.3. Poles
The use of poles is subject to each organiser’s local rules.
15. START
15.1. Starting a race
An athlete that crosses the start line is reputed to have participated in the race.
15.2. Elite Start Box
Official MRSWS registered athletes will be entitled to start in the first wave.
16. EXTERNAL AID
Athletes can only receive aid from third parties in the zone around the official aid stations.
No other external aid will be accepted.
Failure to respect this rule will result in a cumulative 20 points penalty per occurrence.
17. WITHDRAWAL AND DISQUALIFICATION
17.1. Withdrawal from the race
Competitors may withdraw on their own initiative or be forced to retire by the Race Director or one of the medical staff present.
17.2. Disqualification
Athletes shall be disqualified for:
18. ANTI-DOPING
Attention is drawn by the organisers to respect the integrity and ethics of the sport. Competitors shall abstain from any doping practice.
The list of forbidden substances and methods (in competition) is according to WADA in force at the time of the competition.
The organisers reserve the right to conduct anti-doping tests. Competitors must accept to submit to such tests.
19. SKYMAN AUTHORITY
19.1. Series Management
The MRSWS is managed by SkyMan SA and is responsible for:
19.2. Final Decision
Any decision made by SkyMan in relations to these rules shall be final.
20. RESPONSIBILITY AND INSURANCES
21. LEGAL PROVISIONS