General Information
Everything you need to know to run El Cruce.
General Information
Location
Cerro Catedral, Bariloche, Rio Negro, Argentina
Format
100 kilometers | 3 days | 2 lakeside camps
Terrain
Mountain trails | Ridgelines | River crossings | Unique beaches | Streams
Schedule
SCHEDULE
Each runner must complete accreditation the day before the Stage 1 start of the GROUP they registered for. For this reason, we recommend arriving in Bariloche 48 hours before the start
| GROUP 1 | GROUP 2 | GROUP 3 | GROUP 4 | GROUP 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUGGESTED ARRIVAL: December 3. | SUGGESTED ARRIVAL: December 4. | SUGGESTED ARRIVAL: December 5. | SUGGESTED ARRIVAL: December 6. | SUGGESTED ARRIVAL: December 7. |
| ACCREDITATION: December 4. | ACCREDITATION: December 5. | ACCREDITATION: December 6. | ACCREDITATION: December 7. | ACCREDITATION: December 8. |
| STAGE 1: Saturday, December 5. | STAGE 1: Sunday, December 6. | STAGE 1: Monday, December 7. | STAGE 1: Tuesday, December 8. | STAGE 1: Wednesday, December 9. |
| STAGE 2: Sunday, December 6. | STAGE 2: Monday, December 7. | STAGE 2: Tuesday, December 8. | STAGE 2: Wednesday, December 9. | STAGE 2: Thursday, December 10. |
| STAGE 3: Monday, December 7. | STAGE 3: Tuesday, December 8. | STAGE 3: Wednesday, December 9. | STAGE 3: Thursday, December 10. | STAGE 3: Friday, December 11. |
Categories
GROUPS 2, 3, 4 and 5 will be recognized with trophies and/or sponsor gifts, both in the overall categories and by age. If you want to compete for the cash prizes of the overall category, you must register in the GROUP 1.
- Up to 29 years old, inclusive.
- From 30 to 34 years old, inclusive.
- From 35 to 39 years old, inclusive.
- From 40 to 44 years old, inclusive.
- From 45 to 49 years old, inclusive.
- From 50 to 54 years old, inclusive.
- From 55 to 59 years old, inclusive.
- From 60 to 64 years old, inclusive.
- 65 years old and over
Accreditation
LOCATION: Cerro Catedral, Bariloche, Rio Negro, Argentina.
| Venue | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires | October 27 to November 14 | Club de Corredores - Av. Monroe 916, CABA |
| Mar del Plata | November 7 | Run & Bike |
| Cerro Catedral | The day before Stage 1 (depending on your group) | Cerro Catedral, Bariloche |
The following will take place at Cerro Catedral:
ACCREDITATION
OPENING CEREMONY
HANDOUT OF CAMP BAGS
START OF STAGE 1 AND FINAL FINISH (THIRD DAY)
AWARDS CEREMONY
BAG PICKUP
For this reason, we suggest staying in hotels or cabins at Cerro Catedral.
Important: Avoid booking accommodations that charge for the days when you will be actively participating in the race.
You can also complete an early accreditation in Buenos Aires or Mar del Plata, which saves you time in Bariloche.
Accreditation in both Buenos Aires and Bariloche will be by appointment, which will be available in the days prior to the start of each one.
Buenos Aires:
From October 27 to November 14. Club de Corredores. Av Monroe 915 CABA.
*Anyone who accredits in Buenos Aires will only need to pick up the wristband in Bariloche with a quick appointment.
Mar del Plata:
On November 7 at the Run & Bike store - Location
*Anyone who accredits in Mar del Plata will only need to pick up the wristband in Bariloche with a quick appointment.
- Accreditation
- Opening ceremony
- Handout of camp bag
- Start of Stage 1 and final finish (3rd day)
- Awards ceremony
- Bag pickup
Wristband
Wristband with chip for accreditation and the race. It is used at the camps to buy extras. Payment methods: cash, card or Mercado Pago.
- All participants must be over 18 years old.
- 15 minutes per kilometer
Medical clearance
Mandatory to participate.
To take part in El Cruce you must present a medical fitness certificate. You can present it at accreditation or upload it to EntryFee before November 1.
The medical certificate is valid for 1 year.
Runner's bag
- Maximum 120 liters per bag.
- Second bag available for USD 30.
- Bag handout the day before each stage.
- Penalty for late handout: USD 15.
- Bag Storage service available during the race.
Prizes
Prizes for the overall and age category rankings
1st place
USD 3,0002nd place
USD 2,0003rd place
USD 1,000Accommodation and transfers
Recommendations for your stay.
Transfers and accommodation are arranged and paid separately. We will soon publish the recommended accommodation and transfer options for this edition.
Companions
Most of the routes cross private land. Companions are NOT allowed on the routes or at the camps. The authorized viewing points will be defined by the organization.
Weather
Scenario 1
Rain or drizzle: the race continues as normal.
Scenario 2
Rain with wind: routes may be modified for safety.
Scenario 3
Rain, snow or extreme wind: Plan B or Plan C is activated.