Ski Classics starts Season XVI with the Pro Team Presentation in Austria. On Friday, December 13, 2024, the Pro Teams and their Pro Team athletes participating in the Pro Tour will be presented on stage at the Felsentherme in Bad Gastein ahead of Season XVI.
Here, the Pro Teams and athletes will showcase their brand-new race suits, unveil sponsors, and introduce athletes and recruits to the world of long-distance skiing.
The story continues below.
Photo: Reichert/NordicFocusSki Classics Pro Team Presentation XVI
More information about the Pro Team Presentation can be found HERE
Read More: Where to watch the Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI
Bad Gastein ITT
On Saturday, December 14, Season XVI will burst into competition mode with the ITT in Bad Gastein, Austria, covering a distance of 7 kilometers on a flat course. This new event format will open the standings in an interesting way.
The flat ITT is a new race format for Season XVI and is organized as a new 200-point ITT. Athletes will start with a 1-minute gap.
Bad Gastein ITT – Ski Classics Pro Tour – Event 1
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
Place: Sportgastein, Austria
Distance: 7km Classic
Start Time: First Women 8:30 CET / First Men approx. 10:10 CET
SC Play: Bad Gastein ITT
More information about the Bad Gastein ITT can be found HERE
Bad Gastein Criterium
The season continues on Sunday, December 15. The Bad Gastein Criterium spans over 36 kilometers in Sportgastein, offering participants breathtaking views of the enchanting surroundings of the Tauern Alps.
The Bad Gastein Criterium, characterized by a mass start kermesse event, comprises several laps on a challenging course, high action on sprints and climbs, pushing skiers to their limits.
Bad Gastein Criterium – Ski Classics Pro Tour – Event 2
Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
Place: Sportgastein, Austria
Distance: 36km
Time: 8:35 CET Men / 9:00 CET Women
Sprint Checkpoints: 7km and 14km
Climb Checkpoints: 21km and 29km
Elevation Gain: 528m
Last Edition Winners: Emilie Fleten (1:50:34.0) and Kasper Stadaas (1:37:29.1)
SC Play: Bad Gastein Criterium
More information about the Bad Gastein Criterium can be found HERE
Ski Classics Season XVI
The Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI is set to captivate ski enthusiasts with its exciting lineup of events. This season, spanning 14 events across 10 event weekends in 6 countries, promises an inspiring showcase of skill, determination, and fierce competition.
Also Read: Complete calendar for the Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI
Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI (2024/2025)
Event 0: Friday, December 13, 2024 –Ski Classics Pro Team Presentation XVI – Bad Gastein, Austria
Event 1: Saturday, December 14, 2024 – Bad Gastein ITT – Sportgastein, Austria, 7km
Event 2: Sunday, December 15, 2024 – Bad Gastein Criterium – Sportgastein, Austria, 36km
Event 3: Saturday, January 11, 2025 – 3 Zinnen Ski Marathon – Sexten, Italy, 60km
Event 4: Sunday, January 12, 2025 – La Venosta ITT Kapron-Melago – Val Venosta, Italy, 12km
Event 5: Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Engadin La Diagonela – Pontresina-Zuoz, Switzerland, 55km
Event 6: Sunday, January 26, 2025 – Marcialonga – Trentino, Italy, 70km
Event 7: Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Jizerská50 – Bedřichov, Czech Republic, 50km
Event 8: Saturday, February 15, 2025 – Grönklitt Criterium 61 – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 61km
Event 9: Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Grönklitt ITT – Orsa Grönklitt, Sweden, 12km
Event 10: Sunday, March 2, 2025 – Vasaloppet – Sälen-Mora, Sweden, 90km
Event 11: Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Birkebeinerrennet – Rena-Lillehammer, Norway, 54km
Event 12: Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Marcialonga Bodø – Bodø, Norway, 50km
Event 13: Saturday, March 29, 2025 – Reistadløpet – Setermoen-Bardufoss, Norway, 46km
Event 14: Sunday, March 30, 2025 – Grand Finale Summit 2 Senja – Bardufoss-Finnsnes, Norway, 60km
Read More: Ski Classics Pro Tour Season XVI
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