The bike shop Mazzipetti and the Kythira Foundation for Culture and Development (KIPA), in cooperation with the Cultural Association of Portokalia and the Kythera Trails, organize the Kythira Championship “Svelta” 2021-2022, mountain biking and cross-country running. The championship will have a duration of five months during which a total of six matches will be held in different villages of the island.
Participants will accumulate points according to the time they score in each race. The points will be added up and at the end of the championship will determine the winners.
Championship Program
21 November - River
12 December - Karavas
23 January - Aroniadika
6 February - Mylopotamos
27 February - Chora
13 March - River
In the coming years the games will be organized in other settlements of the island.
Run and/or cycle today for a better tomorrow!
The Kythira Championship “Svelta”, mountain biking and cross-country running is here to prove that the local community can contribute and achieve a lot for its place.
We are pleased to announce that the cost of each registration to the races is donated entirely to the Kytheraiko Foundation for Culture and Development, for the overall maintenance and improvement of the island's network of paths and cycling routes (cleaning, signage repairs, technical points, openings, etc.).
Your prize, the local community!
Your participation in the race ensures your contribution to society. For every one kilometre you cycle or run, a corresponding part of the route you take in that village will be maintained, with your contribution. You just give your best!
Run/Bike to the village, run/bike to the society, run/bike to You!
#Svelta, therefore, to promote team spirit and competition, but also contact with the nature and culture of our island
THOSE PARTICIPATING IN THE GAMES AND THE ESCORTS, SHOULD BE AWARE THAT THE HEALTH PROTOCOL WILL BE STRICTLY OBSERVED.
- Participants will arrive with a 72-hour negative PCR test or 48-hour rapid test certificate or a vaccination certificate or a certificate of infection.
- Η mask use for volunteers and visitors will be essential.
Information:
+302736033762, +306982171018, +306972814830 and at info@mazzipetti.com.
*Each race will be preceded by the publication of a detailed notice.
We are waiting for you!
WHO WE ARE
Mazzipetti
Mazzipetti promotes the concept of the bicycle as a means of improving everyday lifestyle, leisure and well-being. At the same time, it is a platform for developing partnerships to develop a more «sustainable» way of getting around the island.
For more information: Web / Facebook / Instagram
Kythira Foundation for Culture & Development (KIPA)
Since 2006, the Kytheraiko Foundation has been highlighting the cultural and natural heritage of Kythera, while contributing to the sustainable development and quality of life of the local community through educational activities, events, scientific conferences and projects such as the restoration of traditional paths, among others.
For more information: Website / Facebook / Instagram
Support the Svelta Cup: https://mazzipetti.com/en/donation-to-svelta-cup/
Notice of the 1st Svelta Cup race
-Kythera River-
The Mazzipetti bike shop and the Kythera Foundation for Culture and Development (KIPA), in cooperation with the Portokalia Cultural Association and Kythera Trails, organize mountain biking and cross-country open road races on the Kythera River. The races are part of the cup called Svelta Cup 2021-22 and are the first of the series.
Type of races: XC (cross country) Mountain bike and trail running
Date of the event: Sunday 21 November 2021
Time/place of start/finish: 09:30 Central square of Potamos Kythera
Route description: The route of the race will be a 5.5 km cycle of low technical difficulty with small uphill and downhill common for running and cycling and will consist of cobbled - rural dirt roads - concrete roads - paved roads as well as a section of marked Kythera Trails.
Route distances:
Bicycle 11km (two 5.5km laps)
Running 5.5 km
The route will be marked for reconnaissance from 20/11 morning hours.
Water/feed stations: There will be one (1) station for running and three (3) for cycling.
Stations may be modified depending on weather conditions.
CATEGORIES OF ATHLETES
For each sport there will be the following categories:
Men
Women's
High school students
High school students
Primary school students 6-9 years old (separate route)
Primary school students 10-12 years old (separate route)
RACE PROGRAM
Saturday 20/11 10:00-14:00 number collection from the Mazzipetti store
Sunday 21/11 08:00-09:20 pick up numbers from the secretariat at the central square of Potamos
09:20-09:30 technical briefing
09:30 start of the running race
10:45 start of the cycling race
12:30 awards ceremony
13:00 start of the running race for primary school pupils
13:30 start of the cycling race for primary school students
14:00 awards for primary school students
PRIMARY SCHOOL PUPILS' COMPETITIONS
Circular route of 1200 meters distance common for running and cycling on the cobbled streets of the river. The route will be modified for children aged 6-9 years old.
AWARDS
The top three (3) finishers in each category in each sport will be awarded. All participants will receive a commemorative medal.
CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS (FOR EACH SPORT SEPARATELY)
1st 40 points
2nd 35 points
3rd 30 points
4th 25 points
5th 20 points
6th 18 points
7th 16 points
8th 14 points
9th 12 points
10th 10 points
11th 9 points
12th 8 points
13th 7 points
14th 6 points
15th 5 points
16th 4 points
17th 3 points
18th 2 points
19th 1 points
OTHER INFORMATION
-Right to participate in the races are those who have reached the age of 18 years. For minors, the completion of an affidavit of the guardian is required (provided by the organization upon receipt of the entry number).
-Using a helmet for cycling is required.
-For the participation in the race the respective health protocols of the GGA apply.
-The use of a mask in the starting area and secretariat is mandatory.
PARTICIPATION FEE
10,00 € for the cycling race
5,00 € for the running race
12,00 € for participation in both sports.
Payment will be made upon receipt of the entry number.
Entries under the age of 18 are free of charge.
DECLARATIONS OF PARTICIPATION
By email to info@mazzipetti.com or in person at the Mazzipetti store.
Required information: Name, age, contact phone number, sport.
Closure of declarations 19/11.
INFORMATION
+302736033762, +30 6972814830 and at the Mazzipetti store.
“Along Pedaling, Mind Playing.”
-A.P.M.P.-
