Österreichische Schwerkraft-Serie
Wexl Downhill Race 2025
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First. Downhill. Race. At. Wexl.
Es en marcha!
The Wexl Trails are part of the Austrian Gravity Series for the first time in 2025! On July 5, 2025 it's getting heated on our downhill track - the Meryl Steep.
Austria's downhill elite fights on our most technically demanding trail for the day's victory and valuable points for the AGS overall standings. Excitement and action - also for the spectators - are thus guaranteed!
Hechos:
General
Date:05.07.2025
Place: Wexl Trails, Unternberg 197, 2880 St. Corona am Wechsel
Race office: in the ant nest (under the Wexl Lounge)
Description: Downhill race in individual start. ÖRV-approved. Part of the auner Austrian Gravity Series.
The race takes place on the downhill track "Meryl Steep". It is about 1.1 km long and has an elevation difference of almost 200 meters. The track is largely natural with soil, roots, and stones, partially along the slope, which can be challenging when wet. It features no bravery sections or big jumps.
Daily routine
Friday, 4.7.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Race number distribution in the racing office
Saturday, 5.7.
08:00 – 10:00 | Distribution of start numbers in the race office
09:00 AM | Driver briefing in front of the Wexl Lounge (Attendance required!)
09:30 – 10:30 AM | Training U13 (U13 receives priority access to the lift during this time)
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Training all classes excl. U13
(min. 2 runs with mounted start numbers and timing chip) - Independent training before 9:30 a.m. is not allowed
from 1:30 PM | Seeding Run
from 15:00 | Race
5:00 PM | Award ceremony in the finish area
Registration
!! ATTENTION: The number of participants in this race is limited to 160 people !!
It is first come, first served. The maximum number of participants is likely to be reached before the registration deadline, so please make sure to register in time.
Registration start: June 1, 2025 00:00
Online until 02.07.2025, 11:59 PM via www.lines-mag.at/austrian-gravity-series/#Registration
On-site registration is not possible!
Entry fee: € 50,- + € 3,- Keycard deposit (will be refunded upon return of the card)
Registration is only valid with payment.
Services: Race participation, timekeeping, lift ticket for the race day.
Non-participation: In case of non-participation, there is no claim for a refund of the entry fee. The starting place cannot be transferred to another person.
Start authorization
To be eligible to start, the participant must possess a valid Cycling Austria Member Card (CAMC) or a valid license.
The Cycling Austria Member Card can be obtained through this website: https://cyclingaustria.at/membercard
The start numbers for handlebars and back as well as the timing chips (to be attached to the ankle) will be distributed at the race office. Without a start number & chip, participation in training or racing is not possible.
Participants under 18 years of age require a signed consent form from a parent or guardian. The consent form is at www.lines-mag.at/austrian-gravity-series to find.
Protective clothing
The following protectors are mandatory:
· Full-face helmet or helmet with chin guard
· Elbow, knee, and back protector
· Shirt with at least short sleeves
· Full-finger gloves
Regulation
The race is subject to the regulations of the ÖRV and the auner Austrian Gravity Series. The instructions of the track marshals, the organizer, the race committee, or the medical staff must be followed without fail. Any non-compliance will result in the disqualification of the participant concerned.
Accommodations & Parking
Cars/vans can park directly on-site (Address: Unternberg 197) or at our summer toboggan run parking lot (Address: St. Corona am Wechsel 162; exit via road or the "Free Wheelie" trail).
The space at the parking lot is limited. If you are arriving with a vehicle and a 3x3m tent (workshop/team tent), we ask you to park as space-efficiently as possible.
Please do not use the parking lot as a toilet or trash disposal - please take waste home or dispose of it in bins on site.
Toilets and washing facilities (no showers!) are available in the Wexl Lounge, in the Wexl Base, and next to the race office.
Information about accommodations in the region can be found here: www.wexlarena.at/de/service-infos/host
Bike Shop & Bike Wash
Various bike spare parts and a wide selection of protectors and clothing are offered directly on-site at the "Wexl Base" shop.
A bike wash station is located under/behind the Wexl Lounge.
Photos and results
Results can be found right here: https://my.raceresult.com/339812/results#0_456483
Photos can be found here: aAGS 2025 - Wexl Trails
Categories
| Category | Vintages | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| U13 w/m | 2013 – 2014 | License U13 or CAMC |
| U15 m/w | 2011 – 2012 | License U15 or CAMC |
| U17 w/m | 2009 – 2010 | License U17 or CAMC |
| Juniors | 2007 – 2008 | Junior license |
| Elite Women & Juniors | 2008 and older | License Elite Women/U23/Junior Women |
| Élite Men | 2006 and older | License Elite Men/U23 |
| Masters 1 m | 1976 – 1990 | License Masters 1 |
| Masters 2 m | 1975 and older | License Masters 2-6 |
| Abierto hombres / mujeres | 2008 and older | License amateurs men / women or CAMC |
Note: CAMC = Cycling Austria Member Card
Participants under 18 years of age require a signed consent form from a parent or guardian. The consent form is at www.lines-mag.at/austrian-gravity-series to find.
NÖ State Championship Downhill Youth
Our AGS stop is the Lower Austrian state championship for downhill juniors. Included in this ranking are only Lower Austrian participants with license (a CAMC alone is not sufficient for this). The following categories are awarded: U13 m/f, U15 m/f, U17 m/f, Juniors.
Categories
Category
Vintages
Prerequisite
U13 w/m
2013 – 2014
U15 m/w
2011 – 2012
U17 w/m
2009 – 2010
Juniors
2007 – 2008
Elite Women & Juniors
2008 and older
Élite Men
2006 and older
Masters 1 m
1976 – 1990
Masters 2 m
1975 and older
Abierto hombres / mujeres
2008 and older
Note: CAMC = Cycling Austria Member Card
Participants under 18 years of age require a signed consent form from a parent or guardian. The consent form is at www.lines-mag.at/austrian-gravity-series to find.
NÖ State Championship Downhill Youth
Our AGS stop is the Lower Austrian state championship for downhill juniors. Included in this ranking are only Lower Austrian participants with license (a CAMC alone is not sufficient for this). The following categories are awarded: U13 m/f, U15 m/f, U17 m/f, Juniors.
Austrian Gravity Series
The Austrian mountain bike downhill racing series for everyone!
It was launched in 2017 with the aim of making the entry into motorsport as easy as possible - for both drivers and organizers.
1-Day events, casual tracks, classes from U13 to Masters 2. The concept works. The number of participants and the fan base of the Austrian Gravity Series grows year after year.
More about the AGS series are available to read here.
Disclaimer
The general competition regulations of the ÖRV apply. The participant or the legal guardian agrees by submitting the online registration form that he/she participates in the event at his/her own risk. Participation in the event is associated with risks. The participant assumes civil and criminal responsibility for all damages caused by him/her during participation (personal injury, property damage, and consequential damage).
He/she waives any claims against the organizer and other vicarious agents in connection with a harmful event during or in direct connection with the event.
This waiver is also declared for family members and dependents of the participant. The signing participant or their legal guardian indemnifies the organizer against third-party claims made in connection with an event of damage caused or partially caused by him/her.
The participant expressly declares: To be in good health, to have personally ensured sufficient liability, accident, and health insurance coverage. The participant agrees that images and video recordings made during the event may be published on the internet and in print media.
The participant accepts the terms and conditions of the organizer by participating in the race and is aware of all dangers and risks, which may include property damage and/or loss, personal injury or death.
The participant agrees to the publication of image and video recordings taken during the event on the internet and in print media by participating in the event.
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Info for day guests / CLOSURES
On July 5th, Meryl Steep (Downhill Line) is closed for the race until 5 PM.
All other trails are open.
The Uphill Flowtrail may exceptionally be used by spectators on this day. Please take care of each other a bit!