Snow Rhythm is an exciting snow cycling race held on our ski cross track, with four riders per heat. Participation or practice riding is free of charge, but you need a valid lift pass. Competitors must also be members of a club and hold a license issued by the Swedish Cycling Federation. Cycling is only permitted in the ski cross-track area. If you just want to try cycling outside of race times, you are welcome to do so as long as you wear a full-face helmet.
The track basically requires good technical skill but it is not a purely downhill track. Both strength and physique are needed to be able to maintain the right speed all the way down. Jumps and supported turns are mixed with off-camber sections and some pedaling. The format is a mix between Short track, Downhill, BMX and Enduro.
The entire race is consistent downhill, but never so steep that a pure downhill bike is really needed. Depending on the weather, the snow may become soft, so some pedaling will be required. If you set all your jumpes perfectly, a pump track bike can be given. But depending on your qualities and current weather, it may be wise to secure with suspension both back and front and a stroke corresponding to enduro bikes. If the snow is looser, it is also an advantage to use 29-inch wheels.
There will be an anchor lift dedicated to all cyclists, along the track. The anchor is placed behind the seat post.
The bikes can either be placed at your accommodation or in a storage room where bikes can be stored overnight.
Send an email to our Snow Rhythm director Andreas Danielsson if you have more questions: andreas.danielsson@idrefjall.se
