大会要項
大会名称 | 第8回 天草Xアスロン |
開催日程 | 2019年7月14日(日) ※当日午前5時にfacebook及びホームページで開催決定連絡 ※悪天候時は7月15日に順延 |
開催場所 | 熊本県天草市倉岳町一体 (メイン会場:倉岳えびすビーチ) |
主 催 | 天草Xアスロン実行委員会 |
募集人数 | 200名 |
種 目 |
※シーカヤックとSUPは同時スタート |
参加方法 |
※チャレンジコースはフルエントリー、及びチームリレーレースの一部としての参加はできません。 |
参加費 |
※お弁当、記念Tシャツ代を含みます。 |
申込期間 | 2019年4月1日(月)~5月15日(水) |
参加資格 |
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装 備 |
※全種目、GPSの所持は可能です。 |
表 彰 |
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順延について |
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その他 |
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Race Overview
Event Schedule: Sunday, July 15, 2018.
In event of bad weather some events may be moved to July 16th
Event Venue: Ebisu Beach, Kuratake Town, Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, JAPAN
Event Organizer: Amaxa Xathlon Volunteer Committee
Event participation capacity: 200 athletes
Race Categories
Sea kayak and SUP New Challenge Course (2km)
Sea kayak (8.4km)
SUP- Stand up paddle board (8.4km)
MTB- Mountain bike (20km)
Trail Run (5.5km)
Paraglider (18 pylons and a target)
The start of the sea kayak and SUP races are at the same time, so athletes can only participate in one.
Event Participation
1. Individual multiple event entry
For example
- • only MTB (1 event)
- • MTB and trail run (2 events)
- • Sea kayak, MTB and trail run (3 events)
Feel free to mix and combine different events
2. Team Entry (it is possible to apply as a team and participate in relay as a team)
3. Full Entry Individual (4 events in relay)
- ※ It is not possible to compete in the full entry category if you are only registered for the Challenge course
Event Participation Cost
- • 1 event adult 4500 yen Student 2000 yen
- • 2 events adult 5500 yen Student 2500 yen
- • 3 events adult 6500 yen Student 3000 yen
- • 4 events adult 7500 yen Student 3500 yen
※ this price includes a simple box lunch and a race T-shirt
Registration will be open from ASF#”$”%$ to DAFA$”%
Registration Regulations
- • Sea kayak & SUP Challenge Course: open to beginners and athletes in good health
- • Sea kayak Full Course: restricted to kayakers who have paddled a minimum of 20km
- ※ For athletes without experience who are interested in participating in this event, we offer a course with an experienced kayak guide before the race. The kayak course involves coaching in self rescue techniques and a guided tour of about 10km.
- ※ For those athletes who are unable to attend the kayak course but would like to participate in the Amaxa Xathlon
- 1. Undertake similar training with a sea kayak guide in your community
- 2. If you are unable to do training with a sea kayak guide, learn how to and practice self rescue techniques and be able to kayak at least 20km. (we recommend doing this with an experienced kayaking friend)
- • SUP: restricted to athletes with over 8km paddling experience
- • MTB & Trail Run: restricted to athletes with necessary skills, and fitness levels
- • Paraglider: athletes are required to have a JHF pilot license or equivalent license. Paragliders with only a novice license are able to participate in the Amaxa Xathlon provided they have the recommendation of a JHF instructor (or equivalent).
- ♣ For foreign pilots: JHF (Japan Hang & Paragliding Federation) requires pilots in Japan to become a member of JHF, by which they will be provided third party liability insurance coverage.
- ♣ Pilots are recommended to take out JHF group insurance which covers pilot's medical and resucue expenses resulting from accidental injury.
Required Equipment
- • Sea kayak: life jacket, bilge pump, paddle float, a cell phone stored in a waterproof case.
- • SUP: board (over 12`6ft hard or inflatable) paddle leash, life jacket, a cell phone stored in a waterproof case.
- • MTB: helmet, cell phone
- • Trail Run: cell phone
- • Paraglider: A harness with adequate protection, a suitable helmet, a rescue parachute, and a GPS which can record your track (for scoring)
※ feel free to carry a GPS with you during all events
Event Winner Presentation
- • Top 3 athletes in each event
- • Top 3 Full Entry Athletes
- • Top 3 Teams
Bad Weather Postponement
In the case of bad weather, certain events may be moved to the next day.
For example, on the day of the race, due to bad weather all events except for paragliding are able to be completed. In such a case, the paragliding event only will be postponed until the next day.
Rental Equipment
We offer rentals for sea kayaks, SUPs and MTBs.
The number of rentals are very limited and priority will be given to those who apply early.
Rental Cost
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Fun in the Sun at the Amaxa Xathlon!
The Amaxa X-Athlon is held annually in July on the weekend of "Umi-no-hi" or "Ocean Day" in Kuratake Town, Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, JAPAN. The X-Athlon is a multi-sport race that includes sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, mountain biking, trail running and paragliding. We have developed exciting and challenging race courses for each of these disciplines. We cordially invite athletes from around Japan and overseas to participate in the Amaxa X-Athlon.
Registration is open from April 1st to mid May.
Register early to guarantee your spot!
*Summer Fun for family and friends
This year`s X-Athlon is not only for athletes but for family and friends too. The main venue for the Amaxa X-Athlon is Ebisu Beach; a beautiful white sand beach located in the historical village of Kuratake. At the beach you can enjoy: watching paragliders flying and landing on the beach, sea kayak and SUP workshops, live music and dancing, locally produced food, a BBQ (evening), swimming and relaxing.
What exactly is Amaxa X-Athlon?
The Xathlon is a challenging outdoor multi-sport race created mainly for the adventurous intermediate-level athlete. Push your limits while kayaking, paddleboarding, mountain biking, trail running and paragliding in Amaxa's beautiful mountains, sea and sky. Participants are welcome to join as few or as many events as they want. Become the ultimate X-Athlete by competing in the maximum possible four events. Team participation is also possible.
Here is a brief summary of the outdoor sports and their race courses as featured in the X-Athlon:
Sea kayaking/SUP (8.4km)
Start at Ebisu beach and weave your way around some beautiful uninhabited islands before returning to the beach. The sea kayak and SUP races take place simultaneously, on the same course.
MTB (20km)
Ready your lungs for a long and demanding climb from the beach to the summit of Mt.Yahazu, then hold on tight as you negotiate a technical downhill single track. Descend a twisty forest road at breakneck speed, then cruise along the seacoast back to the beach.
Trail Run (4.9km)
Don't let the short distance fool you, this is a difficult course! Run from the beach through the idyllic, rock wall lined village of Tanasoko. Enter the welcome shade of the forest and continue the grind up a hiking trail to the paragliding launch, 455m above sea level. Enjoy the view and watch paragliders take off from the trail run finish!
Paraglide
Soar high above the hamlets, islands and mountains while attempting to fly around 18 preset pylon points. Finish your flight by hitting the target at Ebisu Beach.
Contact and Inquiries
Amaxa Xathlon Committee e-mail address: kuratakepara[at-mark]yahoo.co.jp
Please feel free to write us in English!