In 1967 the first FIS races have been organised on the brand new, created for this event downhill run Saslong in Val Gardena ( Gröden ) .
After 40 years of existence the run, which got the name from famous peak Sassolungo ( 3 181 m ) undergone several modification, and today is much more difficult than the first original line.
As usually, at the end of the year the mens competitions will be held there Super-G on the first day, and Downhill run on the second.
Saslong run starts near the peak Ciampinoi ( 2 254 m ) and follows the slopes in the direction of Santa Cristina, where ends near the center of the village.
The Downhill starts at 2 249 m , Super-G at 2 000 m, both competitions end at the altitude 1 410 m a.s.l.
The programme of the Gardena ( Gröden ) week:
Wednesday, 16th Dec
12.15 Downhill practice run
Thursday, 17th Dec
12.15 Downhill practice run
Friday, 18th Dec
12.15 Super-G Men competitions
17.45 Awards ceremony Super-G
Saturday, 19th Dec
12.15 Downhill Men competitions
14.00 Awards ceremony at Saslong Stadium
More Info:
SASLONG CLASSIC CLUB
GARDENA – GRÖDEN
Str. Dursan, 37
I – 39047 S. Cristina
Phone. +39 0471 793450
E-mail: info(at)saslong.org
Ski resort Val Gardena
[photo courtesy of zipckr]
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