Rules

Bib / Race Pack Collection Authorisation

Sobrescobio Redes Trail is a sporting event held in the municipality of Sobrescobio, within Redes Natural Park, in Asturias (Spain).

It consists of 2 races:

• Sobrescobio Original Trail, held on Saturday 24 October, starting from Rioseco at 9:00, over a distance of 32 km with 2,100 m of elevation gain.
• Sobrescobio Speed Trail, held on Sunday 25 October, starting from Rioseco at 10:00, over a distance of 17.5 km with 1,100 m of elevation gain.

Both races start and finish in the village of Rioseco.

SOBRESCOBIO ORIGINAL TRAIL (SKYRACE): 24 October in Rioseco, start at 9:00
SOBRESCOBIO SPEED TRAIL (U23 FINAL – ESTEBAN OLIVERO TROPHY): 25 October in Rioseco, start at 10:00

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01Participant requirements

To take part in the event, participants must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 or over on race day for the Redes Xtreme and Original races.
• For Speed Trail participants, the minimum age is 15.
• Know and accept the conditions of these rules.
• Be fully informed about what Sobrescobio Redes Trail involves, and have the knowledge, experience, equipment and physical and mental fitness needed to cope with and overcome possible problems related to endurance, elevation, terrain and the event environment, such as fatigue, digestive problems, muscle and joint problems, bruises, minor injuries, cold, rain, snow, fog, heat, etc.
• Correctly complete all registration steps and requirements.
• Participants who do not hold an Official Mountain Federation Licence must state this during registration and take out insurance valid on the day of the event, at an extra cost of €3 per race (€6 for RedesXtreme).
• The Organisation reserves the right to exclude from the race, even before the start, any participant whose behaviour hinders its management and/or smooth running. Likewise, it may exceptionally accept entries that do not meet some of the above requirements.

1.1 Introduction and objectives

Mountain Running is a discipline included among the activities set out in the statutes of the Mountain, Climbing and Hiking Federation of the Principality of Asturias (FEMPA). Mountain Running is a sport practised through races in low, medium and high mountain terrain, in summer or winter, where the route is covered on foot in the shortest possible time.

Mountain Running competitions aim to:

• Bring together in competition the mountain runners and teams of the Mountain Clubs of Asturias, encourage participation in races in other regions and attract athletes from outside our region, always with the aim of enriching our discipline.
• Raise the sporting level of mountain runners and help this sport evolve.
• Sobrescobio Redes Trail is founded on ethics and core values shared by athletes, sponsors, volunteers and organisers.
• An eco-responsible race that protects the environment and makes sustainable use of the natural area of Redes Natural Park.

02Registration and cancellations

The registration options are:

• RedesXtreme: €80 until 21 October 2026 at 23:59.
  • Limited to 100 places.
  • +€6 per person for runners without a federation licence.
• Sobrescobio Speed Trail: €25 until 31 August and €30 from 1 September until 21 October 2026 at 23:59, +€3 for runners WITHOUT a federation licence.
  • 300 places.
• Sobrescobio Skyrace: €50 until 31 August and €55 from 1 September until 21 October 2026 at 23:59, +€3 for runners WITHOUT a federation licence.
  • 300 places.

The Organisation reserves the right to increase or reduce the number of places for safety reasons or any other reason that may affect the smooth running of the races.

The Organisation reserves 50 places in each race for the MSWS and 50 places for Unittrail teams.

2.2 Registration dates

Registration opens: 10 May at 20:00, through the online registration platform on the website.

Waiting list: If all places are taken, a waiting list will be opened and places will be allocated as withdrawals occur.

2.3 Refund policy

All runners may withdraw and receive a partial refund up to the dates below. After that, the entry list is closed definitively and no refunds will be made.

• 90% refund until 31 August 2026.
• 50% of the entry fee from 1 September to 30 September 2026.
• No refunds from 1 October.
• €3 per bib transfer until 31 August.

To withdraw, simply log in to your private area and request cancellation. The entry will be cancelled and the refund made to the same card used for registration.

2.4 Cancellation policy

Bad weather will not prevent the race from taking place. However, the Organisation reserves the right to cancel it in the event of objective risk situations that could endanger the safety and well-being of participants (weather warnings, forest fires, landslides, etc.). In such cases, the safety of participants will take priority over any other consideration.

If the race is cancelled due to objective risks endangering the safety and well-being of participants, there will be no refund, and the Organisation will not be liable for any costs, expenses or losses of any kind incurred by the registered person in connection with the event, including but not limited to accommodation and travel to or from the event.

In the event of adverse weather conditions, serious incidents affecting the safety of the race, or other force majeure, the Organisation reserves the right to change the cut-off times or the start time, neutralise the race or even cancel it.

2.5 Reserved places

The following are entitled to a reserved place in the 2026 edition:

• Top 10 men and top 10 women of the previous edition of Sobrescobio Speed Trail.
• Top 10 men and top 10 women of Sobrescobio Original Trail.
• Male and female winners of any previous edition of the Speed Trail, Original Trail or RedesXtreme.
• Finishers of every edition of Sobrescobio Original Trail.
• Places reserved by the Merrell Skyrunner World Series: 50 places per race.
• Places reserved for Unittrail circuit teams: 50 places.

Men:
Over 900 Trail Level points → entry + accommodation (maximum 10)
Over 850 Trail Level points → free entry (maximum 10)
Women:
Over 750 TrailLevel points → entry + accommodation (maximum 10)
Over 700 TrailLevel points → free entry (maximum 10)

03Bib, race pack and chip

3.1 Bib and chip collection

The bib must be fully visible throughout the race, always on the front of the body and over clothing.

The bib is personal and non-transferable and will only be given (together with the race pack) to the participant.

The following documents must be shown at collection:

• National ID card (DNI), passport or NIE.
• Federation licence, if insured through it.

Bibs and race packs will be handed out at the places indicated in the programme.

Authorisation if you cannot collect your bib: if participants cannot collect their bib in person during the set times, they may authorise another person to do so on their behalf, who must present the following documents:

• Bib collection authorisation form signed by both parties (see Appendix).
• Photocopy of the participant's ID card, passport or NIE.
• Photocopy of the federation licence, if insured through it.
• Original ID document of the authorised person.

3.2 Race pack and runner services

The entry fee includes the following services:

• Participation in the race you registered for, with split and finish timing, final rankings by category, and prizes as set out in these rules.
• Changing rooms after the race.
• Aid stations during the race and a final aid station at the finish.
• Medical assistance: medical service, ambulances, civil protection and volunteers along the course of both races.
• Race pack.
• Cloakroom.
• Physiotherapy and recovery service.

04Equipment and Supervision

THE ORGANISATION STRICTLY PROHIBITS:

• Using headphones.
• Taking part with snowshoes or skis.
• Taking part with pets.
• Taking containers away from the aid station.
• If you start with POLES, you must carry them from start to finish; it is strictly forbidden to pick them up or leave them at any point along the course.
• Throwing away any object or wrapper during the race.
• Cutting the course at any point.
• In Sobrescobio Original Trail there will be a section where running is strictly forbidden, between km 6 and km 7. At that point, a member of staff will indicate this prohibition along a section of less than 100 metres.

05Course: Marking, checkpoints and aid stations

• Runners must follow all course markings and pass through every checkpoint located at the aid stations and at other points along the course.
• The Organisation may carry out equipment and time checks at any point on the course.
• Participants must respond to the questions and requests of any volunteer, doctor or official on the course.
• Timing checkpoints have a closing time that must be respected for the races to run properly.
• Each aid station will offer food and drink, depending on whether it is a drinks-only or a food-and-drinks station.
• In line with the Organisation's environmental policy, no cups are provided at aid stations; participants must carry their own bottle or cup to use there.
• Out of respect for the environment, all waste must be placed in the designated areas at each checkpoint, and food or drink bottles may not be taken out of them. Breaking this rule will result in disqualification.

5.2 Courses and cut-off times

All necessary safety measures must be taken during the competition. The route is designed to keep residual risk to a minimum, always ensuring the safety of competitors.

In areas with objective hazards where residual risk cannot be avoided, marshals will be posted to warn of the danger, and clearly visible signs indicating the type of hazard will always be placed.

Throughout the race, several medical and safety teams coordinated by the Organisation will be available. Participants may request their help or assistance if needed.

These teams may:

• Remove participants from the race and cancel their bib if they consider them unfit to continue.
• Order the evacuation of any participant they consider to be in danger.

Race management will not question the decisions of the medical and safety team.

Duty to assist: All runners must help any participant in need, within their abilities and knowledge. Failing to do so is a serious offence (failure to render assistance).

In an emergency, participants must report it to the nearest checkpoint, and the evacuation plan will be activated.

Cut-off times — Speed Trail (17.5 km)

Cut-off times — Original Trail (32 km)

Accident insurance

If the Organisation considers evacuation by helicopter or external team necessary, the costs will be covered by the insurance the runner declared during registration, either their federation licence or the insurance taken out during registration (in which case the Organisation will handle all the paperwork). If a participant declared a licence they do not actually hold, the Organisation will not cover any costs arising from the accident.

On the Original Trail (Skyrace), between km 6 and km 7 there is a dangerous section where Organisation staff will warn that running is prohibited. The section is less than 100 metres long, and participants who break this rule may be penalised by the Organisation.

06Categories and Prizes

RedesXtreme and Sobrescobio Original Trail participants must be over 18.

Speed Trail participants must be at least 15 years old.

The race follows the categories of the current FEMPA rules.

The age taken into account is the runner's age on 31 December of the competition year.

6.1 Categories — Original Trail

U23 (Promesa) Senior Veteran A Veteran B Veteran C

6.1 Categories — Speed Trail

Cadet Youth Junior U23 (Promesa) Senior Veteran A Veteran B Veteran C

6.2 Prizes

Prizes will be awarded to:

• The top 3 men and top 3 women in each category in the Speed Trail.
• The top 3 men and top 3 women in each category in the Skyrace (Original Trail).
• In the RedesXtreme, the top 3 men and top 3 women overall, and the first man and first woman in each category.

6.3 Prize money

In addition, as the event counts towards the Merrell Skyrunner World Series and hosts the U23 final, prize money will be awarded to:

• The top 3 men and top 3 women in the U23 category over the Speed Trail distance.
• The top 5 men and top 5 women overall over the Skyrace distance.

The amounts are the same for the men's and women's rankings. Speed Trail prize money is awarded according to the U23 category ranking, regardless of the overall ranking.

Prize money · U23 category · Speed Trail

Prize money · Overall · Skyrace

07Image Rights and Data Protection

By accepting these rules, participants authorise the Organisation, and anyone it designates, to record their participation in the race, and consent to the distribution of all images taken during the race.

The Organisation will also hold exclusive rights over the image of the race.

Data protection: In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and Spanish Organic Law 3/2018 on the Protection of Personal Data and Guarantee of Digital Rights, the website owner informs all participants who provide or will provide their personal data that it will be processed as described in the Privacy Policy.

08Withdrawals, penalties and complaints

8.1 Withdrawals

Runners who withdraw must report it at the nearest checkpoint or call the Organisation's phone number (printed on the bib). Whenever possible, the chip must be returned to the Organisation.

8.2 Penalties and complaints

This section is governed by the FEDME RULES or, where applicable, the ISF rules.

09Liability

The Organisation accepts no liability in the event of accident or negligence, or for the loss of participants' belongings, and is not responsible for items left by runners in changing rooms or at aid stations.

Runners assume full responsibility from the moment they voluntarily leave the race or are disqualified.

10Changes to the Rules

Registering for either race implies acceptance of these rules.

The Organisation will make changes and updates to these rules to correct errors and clarify points that may be confusing for participants.

For anything not covered by these rules, or in case of doubt, the FEMPA and/or FEDME rules will prevail.

skyrunnerworldseries.com/rules
skyrunnerworldseries.com/about-u23

Sobrescobio Speed Trail will be the MSWS Under-23 Category Youth Races Final, awarding 1.5 times the points of a U23 SkyRace.
In the event of a tie in the MSWS Under 23 Category Youth Races, the winner will be the athlete with the best position in the Esteban Olivero U23 Trophy Final held at Sobrescobio Redes Trail.
The male and female U23 competitors with the highest score will be declared: "Merrell Skyrunner® World Series U23 Champion".