SkySnow

SkySnow is a discipline in skyrunning that involves running on snow wearing microcrampons. The discipline hosted the first ever world championships in Andalusia, Spain, on 4–5 February 2022.[1]

History

SkySnow as a discipline was inspired by the early days of skyrunning, which often included running over snowfields and glaciers.[1] The discipline started in 2012 with the first edition of Snow Running Sierra Nevada, hosted in Andalusia.[2] The first World Championships was held in 2022 with 48 finishers.[3]

World championships

The SkySnow World Championships has been held since 2022. The first edition was held in Andalusia at the Sierra Nevada Ski and Mountain Resort.[1]

Editions

Edition Year Nation Vertical Classic details
1st 2022  Spain (Sierra Nevada) Sierra Nevada Ski Station 4 February Sierra Nevada Ski Station 5 February [4]
2nd 2024  Italy (Tarvisio) Tarvisio 8 March Mangart 9 March [5]

References

  1. ^ a b c "SkySnow, the new skyrunning discipline, launches first World Championships". skyrunning.com. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
  2. ^ "History of Sierra Nevada Snow Running". snowrunning.es. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
  3. ^ "General Classification, 2022" (PDF). snowrunning.es. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
  4. ^ "SkySnow World Championships 2022". snowrunning.es. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
  5. ^ "SkySnow World Championships 2024". tarvisiotrailrunning.com. Retrieved 16 May 2024.
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