Rules
AUTHORISATION FOR BIB / RACE PACK COLLECTION
The Sobrescobio Redes Trail is a sporting event held in the municipality of Sobrescobio, in the Redes Natural Park, in Asturias.
It consists of 2 races:
Sobrescobio Original Trail, which will take place on Saturday 24 October, starting from Rioseco at 9:00, over a distance of 31 km and with 2,100 metres of positive elevation gain.
Sobrescobio Speed Trail, which will take place on Sunday 25 October, starting from Rioseco at 10:00, over a distance of 17.5 km and with 1,100 metres of positive elevation gain.
Both races start and finish in the village of Rioseco.
SOBRESCOBIO ORIGINAL TRAIL (SKYRACE): 24 October in Rioseco, start at 9:00
SOBRESCOBIO SPEED TRAIL (U23 FINAL – ESTEBAN OLIVERO TROPHY): 25 October in Rioseco, start at 10:00
ARTICLE 1. Participant Requirements
To take part in the event, the following requirements must be met:
Participants in the Redes Xtreme and the Original races must be 18 years of age or older on the day of the race.
For participants in the Speed Trail, the minimum age is 14.
Participants must know and accept the conditions of these regulations.
Participants must be fully informed about what the Sobrescobio Redes Trail is and must have the necessary knowledge, experience, equipment, and physical and psychological fitness to withstand and overcome possible issues related to endurance, elevation gain, geography, and the event environment, such as fatigue, digestive problems, muscle and joint issues, bruises, minor injuries, cold, rain, snow, fog, heat, and similar conditions.
Participants must correctly complete all registration steps and requirements.
Participants who do not hold an official Mountain Federation Licence must declare this during the registration process and must arrange insurance valid on the day of the event, which carries an additional cost of €2 per race.
The Organisation reserves the right to exclude from the race, even before it begins, any participants whose conduct may hinder the management and/or proper running of the event. Likewise, it may exceptionally admit participants who do not meet some of the above requirements.
1.1 Introduction and Objectives
Mountain Running is a discipline included within the activities recognised by the statutes of the Federation of Mountaineering, Climbing and Hiking of the Principality of Asturias (FEMPA). Mountain Running is a sporting discipline consisting of races in low, mid and high mountain terrain, whether in summer or winter, with the route completed on foot and in the shortest possible time.
The objectives of Mountain Running competitions are:
To bring together mountain runners and teams from the Mountain Clubs of Asturias in competition, while also encouraging participation in races from other regions and attracting athletes from outside the region, always with the aim of enriching this discipline.
To improve the sporting level of mountain runners and support the development of this sporting discipline.
The Sobrescobio Redes Trail is based on essential ethics and values shared by athletes, sponsors, volunteers and organisers.
It is an eco-responsible event, committed to preserving the environment and making sustainable use of the natural setting of the Redes Natural Park
ARTICLE 2. Registration and Cancellations
The different registration options are as follows:
RedesXtreme: €80 until 10 October 2026 at 00:00.
The event will be limited to 100 places.
+€2 per person for non-federated participants.
Sobrescobio Speed Trail: €25, with an additional +€2 for non-federated participants.
300 places.
Sobrescobio Skyrace: €50 until 10 October 2026, with an additional +€2 for non-federated participants.
300 places.
The Organisation reserves the right to increase or reduce the number of available places for safety reasons or for any other reasons that may affect the proper running of both races.
The Organisation reserves 50 places for the MSWS and 50 places for participating Unitrail teams.
2.2 Registration Dates
Registration opens on 10 May at 20:00, through the registration platform available on the website.
Waiting list: A waiting list process will be opened if all allocated places are filled, and places will be reassigned as withdrawals occur.
Registration refund: No refunds will be granted under any circumstances, except in the event of a health issue arising after registration and duly supported by a certificate issued by a legally qualified medical doctor.
In this case, the refund will amount to 50% of the registration fee, provided that the request is sent by email to the Organisation before 1 October 2026, with the corresponding medical certificate attached.
If this documentation is not sent to the Organisation before that date, no refund will be issued, even if the medical leave certificate is dated earlier.
In the event of a refund, any costs related to processing the request and any bank charges generated by the transaction (€2) will be borne by the person requesting the withdrawal.
2.3 Refund Policy
All runners may withdraw with the right to a percentage refund of the entry fee up to the dates indicated, after which the list of registered participants will be definitively closed and no further refunds will be made.
50% of the registration fee until 1 October 2026, only for the reasons stated in the previous section. No refund will be made after that date.
To withdraw, simply send an email to contacto@redestrail.com requesting cancellation and providing the information required in the previous section.
2.4 Cancellation Policy
Bad weather will not in itself prevent the race from taking place. However, the Organisation reserves the right to cancel the event if there are objective risk situations that may endanger the safety and physical integrity of participants, such as weather alerts, wildfires, landslides, or similar circumstances. In such cases, participant safety will take precedence over any other consideration.
If the event is suspended due to objective risks affecting participant safety and physical integrity, there will be no right to a refund, and the Organisation will not be responsible for any costs, expenses, or losses of any kind incurred by the registered participant in connection with the event, including, without limitation, accommodation and travel to or from the event.
In the event of adverse weather conditions or incidents considered serious and affecting race safety, or other cases of force majeure, the Organisation reserves the right to modify cut-off times, change the race start time, neutralise the race, or cancel it altogether.
2.5 Reserved Places
The following participants will be entitled to a reserved place in the 2026 edition:
The top 10 men and top 10 women from the previous edition of the Sobrescobio Speed Trail.
The top 10 men and top 10 women from the Sobrescobio Original Trail.
The male and female winners of any previous edition in the Speed Trail, Original Trail or RedesXtreme categories.
Finishers of all editions of the Sobrescobio Original Trail.
Places reserved by the Merrell Skyrunner World Series: 50 places per race.
Places reserved for Unitrail circuit teams: 50 places.
Men:
More than 900 Trail Level points: entitled to registration + accommodation (maximum 10).
More than 850 Trail Level points: entitled to free registration (maximum 10).
Women:
More than 750 Trail Level points: entitled to registration + accommodation (maximum 10).
More than 700 Trail Level points: entitled to free registration (maximum 10).
ARTICLE 3. Race Bib, Runner’s Pack and Timing Chip
3.1 Collection of race bib and timing chip
It is mandatory to wear the race bib fully visible during the race, always on the front of the body and over clothing.
The race bib is personal and non-transferable, and it will only be issued to the participant, together with the runner’s pack.
To collect it, the following documentation must be presented at the time of collection:
ID card, passport or NIE
Federation licence, if the participant is insured
Race bib and runner’s pack collection will take place at the locations indicated in the programme.
Authorisation if the participant is unable to collect the bib in person: if the participant cannot personally collect the bib during the scheduled times, they may authorise another person to do so on their behalf. In that case, the following documents must be provided:
Bib collection authorisation form signed by both parties (see Annex)
Copy of the participant’s ID card, passport or NIE
Copy of the federation licence, if the participant is insured
Original ID card of the person authorised to collect the bib
3.2 Runner’s pack and runner services
Registration entitles the participant to the following services:
Participation in the race for which they are registered, with split timing control and final time recording, as well as final rankings by category and prizes in accordance with these regulations
Changing rooms at the finish
Aid stations during the race and a final refreshment point at the finish
Medical assistance: medical service, ambulances, civil protection and volunteers along both race routes
Runner’s pack
Bag drop service
Physiotherapy and recovery service
ARTICLE 4. Equipment and Supervision
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT – SOBRESCOBIO ORIGINAL TRAIL (SKYRACE)
Suitable footwear and clothing
Hooded windproof jacket
Race bib visible on the front of the runner, between chest and knees
Cup or portable container
Mobile phone
Thermal blanket
GPS (Skyrunner World Series)
ADVERSE WEATHER KIT – SOBRESCOBIO ORIGINAL TRAIL
This may be activated by the Organisation in the days leading up to the race. The official communication channels will be email or SMS.
Gloves
Buff or beanie
Long-sleeved waterproof jacket with hood, in the participant’s correct size
Whistle
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT – SOBRESCOBIO SPEED TRAIL (U23 SKYRUNNER FINAL)
Suitable footwear and clothing
Race bib visible on the front of the runner, between chest and knees
Cup or portable container
Mobile phone
Thermal blanket
GPS (Skyrunner World Series)
ADVERSE WEATHER KIT – SOBRESCOBIO SPEED TRAIL
This may be activated by the Organisation in the days leading up to the race. The official communication channels will be email or SMS.
Gloves
Buff or beanie
Long-sleeved waterproof jacket with hood, in the participant’s correct size
Whistle
THE ORGANISATION STRICTLY PROHIBITS
The use of headphones
Taking part with snowshoes or skis
Taking part with pets or companion animals
Taking cups, containers or any items from the aid station outside the aid station area
If poles are used, they must be carried from start to finish; it is strictly forbidden to pick them up or leave them at any point along the course
Throwing away any object or wrapper during the race
Taking shortcuts at any point on the course
In the Sobrescobio Original Trail, there will be one section where running is strictly forbidden, between kilometres 6 and 7. At that point, a marshal will indicate this prohibition over an approximate distance of 50 metres
ARTICLE 5. COURSE: Marking, Checkpoints and Aid Stations
Runners must follow the full course marking and pass through all checkpoints located at the aid stations and at other points along the course
The Organisation may carry out checks at any point along the route, both for equipment and for timing
Participants must comply with the instructions, questions and requests of any volunteer, doctor or official present on the course
At time checkpoints, a cut-off time will be established and must be respected for the proper running of the races
Each aid station will provide food and drinks, depending on whether it is a liquid-only or solid and liquid aid station
Due to the Organisation’s environmental policy, cups will not be provided at aid stations, and participants are required to carry their own bottle, cup or container for use there
Out of respect for the environment, all waste generated must be deposited in the designated areas at each checkpoint. It is not permitted to take food or drink bottles beyond the checkpoint area. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification
5.2 Course routes and cut-off times
During the competition, all necessary safety measures must be taken. The course will be designed in such a way that any residual risk is kept to a minimum, with the safety of competitors ensured at all times.
In sections with objective hazards where residual risk cannot be avoided, warning checkpoints must be in place to alert participants to the danger, and clearly visible signs must always be displayed indicating the type of hazard present.
Throughout the race, several medical and safety teams coordinated by the Organisation will be deployed. Participants may request their help or assistance whenever needed.
These teams may:
Remove a participant from the race and invalidate their bib number if they consider the runner unfit to continue.
Order the evacuation of any participant they consider to be in danger.
The Race Director will not question the decisions of the medical and safety teams.
All runners are required to assist any participant in difficulty, within the limits of their abilities and knowledge. Failure to do so may constitute a serious offence of failure to provide assistance.
In the event of an emergency, the participant must inform the nearest checkpoint, and the evacuation plan will then be activated.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE
If the Organisation considers evacuation by helicopter or external rescue team necessary, the costs will be covered by the insurance that the runner declared during registration, whether this is their Federation Licence or the insurance purchased during registration (in the latter case, the Organisation will handle all arrangements). If the participant declared that they held a licence that does not in fact exist, the Organisation will not be responsible for any costs arising from the accident.
Between kilometre 6 and kilometre 7 there is a dangerous section where Organisation staff will be present to enforce a no-running rule. This section is less than 100 metres long, and failure to comply with this rule may result in a penalty imposed by the Organisation.
ARTICLE 6. Categories and Prizes
Participants in the RedesXtreme and Sobrescobio Original Trail must be 18 years of age or older.
Participants in the Speed Trail must be 14 years of age or older.
The race will be governed by the categories established in the current FEMPA regulations.
The age taken into account will be the age of the runner on 31 December of the competition year
6.1 CATEGORIES
SOBRESCOBIO ORIGINAL TRAIL
U23
Senior
Veteran A
Veteran B
Veteran C
SOBRESCOBIO SPEED TRAIL
Cadet
Youth
Junior
U23
Senior
Veteran A
Veteran B
Veteran C
6.2 PRIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the U23 category in the Speed Trail.
The top 3 overall male finishers and the top 3 overall female finishers in the RedesXtreme category will receive prizes, as will the first male and first female finisher in each category.
The top 5 male finishers and the top 5 female finishers in the overall category of the Sobrescobio Original Trail will receive prizes.
The following prizes are established for the Sobrescobio Original Trail:
ARTICLE 7. Image Rights and Data Protection
Acceptance of these regulations implies that the participant authorises the Organisation, and any party it may designate, to record their participation in the race, and gives consent for the publication and distribution of all images taken during the event.
The Organisation shall also be the sole holder of the image rights relating to the event.
Administrative authorisation: In accordance with the provisions of Organic Law 15/1999 on the Protection of Personal Data (LOPD) and its implementing regulations, the party responsible for the website, in compliance with Articles 5 and 6 of the LOPD, informs all participants who provide or will provide their personal data that such data will be incorporated into an automated file duly registered with the Spanish Data Protection Agency.
ARTICLE 8. Withdrawals, Penalties and Complaints
8.1 WITHDRAWALS
In the event that a runner withdraws from the race, they must inform the nearest checkpoint or call the Organisation’s telephone number (printed on the race bib). Whenever possible, the timing chip must be returned to the Organisation.
8.2 PENALTIES AND COMPLAINTS
This section shall be governed by the FEDME Regulations or, where applicable, the ISF Regulations.
ARTICLE 9. Liability
The Organisation declines all liability in the event of an accident or negligence, as well as for the loss of participants’ belongings, and shall not be responsible for any items left by runners in the changing rooms or at the aid stations.
The runner assumes full responsibility from the moment they voluntarily withdraw from the race or are disqualified.
ARTICLE 10. Amendment of the Regulations
Registration for either of the two races implies acceptance of these regulations.
The Organisation may make amendments and updates to the regulations in order to correct errors and clarify any points that may be confusing for participants.
For any matter not covered by these regulations, or in the event of doubt, the FEMPA and/or FEDME regulations shall prevail.
https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/rules/
https://www.skyrunnerworldseries.com/about-u23/
Sobrescobio Speed Trail will be the U23 Final of the MSWS Youth Category Races, awarding 1.5 times more points than a standard U23 SkyRace.
In the event of a tie in the MSWS U23 Youth Category Races, the athlete with the better finishing position in the Esteban Olivero U23 Trophy Final held at the Sobrescobio Redes Trail will be declared the winner.
The highest-scoring male and female competitors in the U23 category will be declared:
“Merrell Skyrunner® World Series U23 Champions”
