Coupe des 3 sommets - Winter participant's guide

The 3 Summit Cup - Individual is part of the Skimo Canada circuit, offering a competitive and technical race on an iconic 12 km course with 985 m of elevation gain.

Participants connect the three main peaks of the Mont-Orford ski area by combining ascents, descents, and carrying their skis on their feet (boot packing).

Technical details:

• Elevation gain : 985 m +
• 15 years old and over
• Individual or wave start depending on the number of registrations
• Time limit : 3h
• Uphill skiing only
• Official Skimo Canada ranking

Race details

Round trip in the Pente Douce, climb the bottom of Jean D'avignon, then Bowen, Passe 45, top of Magnum, descent via Familiale. Runners will then climb to the top of Alfred-Desrochers via Ookpic and descend Toussiski to the Grande Coulée junction, before climbing one last time to the top of Orford via Grande Coulée. Towards the end of Grande Coulée, there is a bootpacking section. Once at the summit, descend via the 4 km to the finish line.

The Sprint race is a short-format event consisting of a ski-climbing section, a bootpack section, and a downhill section marked by gates.

As its name suggests, it is a very fast race, designed to be completed in 3 to 3.5 minutes by the fastest athletes. The total elevation gain and loss is approximately 70 meters, with the start and finish located roughly in the same place. The race begins with an individual time trial to determine the qualifying rankings, with athletes starting every 20 seconds. After this qualifying round, competitors compete in elimination rounds.

Sprint races typically consist of a qualifying round, quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final, with a maximum of six athletes per round.

Technical details

• Uphill skiing ascent, boot packing, technical descent between gates
• Elevation gain: 70 meters
• Ages 15 and up
• Time limit: timed
• Uphill skiing only

Course format 

Phase 1: Individual time trial

• This round is used to establish the qualifying rankings.
• Starts every 20 seconds

Phase 2: Knockout rounds

• Quarterfinals - Semifinals - Finals
• Maximum of 6 athletes per round.
• The top 2 from each round will advance to the next stage, with repechages if necessary.

Here is a course that will satisfy even the most adventurous hikers who want to climb all three peaks! You will reach your first summit almost as soon as you start. Then descend towards Alfred-Desrochers, where you will be accompanied by tall snow-covered trees all the way to the top. Take a deep breath and head for the summit of Orford! This section of the trail will take you to an altitude of over 850 meters. A great challenge for alpine hikers, who will have to remove and put on their skins as quickly as possible, three times!

Technical details

• Elevation gain: 985 meters
• Ages 15 and up
• Time limit: 3 hours
• Crampons and uphill skiing allowed

Race details

Round trip in the Pente Douce, climb the bottom of Jean D'avignon, then Bowen, Passe 45, top of Magnum, descent via Familiale. Runners will then climb to the top of Alfred-Desrochers via Ookpic and descend Toussiski to the Grande Coulée junction, before climbing one last time to the top of Orford via Grande Coulée. Once at the summit, descend via the 4 km to the finish line.

The mountain, three peaks... and now three teammates. The Coupe des 3 Sommets – Relais is a brand new event that follows the entire route of the legendary 12 km / +985 m race, but in a team version. Each member of the trio takes on one peak, creating a dynamic, strategic experience that is accessible to a wider range of participants.

This new format allows runners to experience the intensity of the race while sharing the effort and energy of the mountain as a team.

Technical details

• Teams of three (3) participants.
• The entire 3 S Summit Cup course is divided into three distinct segments, corresponding to the three main climbs of the route.
• Each teammate covers one segment/summit, then transfers the timing chip to their partner in an official relay zone.
• Total elevation gain: 985 m +
• Ages 15 and up
• Time limit: 3 hours
• It is possible to do this in mixed teams, uphill skiing, and with crampons.

Race details

Round trip in the Pente Douce, climb the bottom of Jean D'avignon, then Bowen, Passe 45, top of Magnum, descent via Familiale. Runners will then climb to the top of Alfred-Desrochers via Ookpic and descend Toussiski to the Grande Coulée junction, before climbing one last time to the top of Orford via Grande Coulée. Once at the summit, descend via the 4 km to the finish line.

Please note that to participate in Skimo Canada events, a fee of $35 + tax will be added if you are not a member of Ski Mountaineering Competition Canada.

• Parking and access to facilities
• Entry fee
• Gift
• Lunch meal
• Prize-giving on the podium per course
• Official electronic chip timing
• Activities and entertainment in the Slalom Pub
• Insurance

Sprint Skimo Canada Schedule

• 10:30 a.m. : Opening of the registration tables
• 11:30 a.m. : Technical meeting at the Pente Douce base
• 12:00 a.m. : First Departure
• 3:00 p.m. : Award ceremony for the winners

Other disciplines

• 3:30 p.m. : Opening of the registration tables
• 4:45 p.m. : Outside warm-up by Kin Impact
• 5:15 p.m. : Departure of 3 Summit Cup - Skimo
• 5:30 p.m. : Departure of 3 Summit Cup - Open & Relais (crampons and uphill skiing)
• 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. : After-run meal service in the Slalom Pub
• 7:30 p.m. : Prize giving in the Slalom Pub

Those who wish to walk will have to put themselves at the end of the start of the snowshoe/crampon

Go to the tables in the large Mont-Orford customer service hall with proof of registration and proof of identity no later than 45 minutes before your departure.

Parking is free for everyone. Parking spaces are available in our 6 parking lots (P2, P3, P4, P5, P6) located at the foot of the ski center. The P1 is paying during the ski season, but not after 4:00 pm.

We strongly recommend that you use carpooling to avoid traffic and all the inconvenience.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three participants (M/F) for the three different alpine hiking and snowshoe/crampon trails. The top three teams participating in the 3 Summits Cup - Relay will each receive a team prize. Prizes will be awarded at the Slalom Pub.
 

• 3 SUMMIT CUP - SKIMO CANADA (12 KM)
  • Uphill skiing
• SPRINT - SKIMO CANADA (150 M)
  • Uphill skiing
• 3 SUMMITS CUP (12 KM)
  • Crampons / Uphill skiing
• 3 SUMMITS CUP - RELAY
  • Crampons / Uphill skiing (1 per team)

* All prizes will be awarded on site and cannot be mailed later.

In order to have access to your meal: You will need to give your chip to our volunteers once you have crossed the finish line. We will then give you a coupon which will allow you to purchase your meal.

On the menu, a hot meal (vegetarian option), a dessert and a beer tasting will be offered to you.

The Slalom Pub menu will also be available so that friends and family who have come to support you can have a bite to eat. The bar will also be open.

1. The chip must be worn on the ankle (attached to the fastener or shoelace) and visible at all times;
2. All runners are required to stop and assist any competitor in distress;
3. No littering will be tolerated, under penalty of disqualification;
4. Headphones are not permitted during the race;
5. It is forbidden to run without the appropriate equipment during the event.
6. A runner who loses their way must turn back and resume the course where they lost their way, under penalty of disqualification.
7. A runner who drops out must inform a race official as soon as possible and must go to the finish line to hand in their chip to the timekeeper.
8. Runners must respect the start time. They may not start before or after the official start time of the race;
9. Runners must be courteous to other trail users;
10. Race officials have the right to remove any runner from the course if deemed appropriate and/or necessary.;
11. Race officials have the right to modify the course at any time, even during the race;
12. Race officials have the right to cancel or postpone the race for safety reasons or in the event of force majeure;
13. The organization reserves the right to remove a runner from the race if it deems that their health condition is unsafe;
14. Runners authorize the organization and its affiliates such as partners and media outlets to use any images or videos taken during their participation in 3 Summits Cup in which they may appear for any media purpose.

1. The race number must be attached to the right thigh;
2. Please arrive at the starting corral at 9:00 a.m.
3. The course will be open for warm-up after the technical meeting;
4. Wearing a helmet is mandatory;
5. Poles must be placed flat on the ground during transitions;
6. Follow the instructions of the volunteers in all transition areas.

1. Poles must be laid flat on the ground during transitions;
2. Follow the instructions of all volunteers in the transition areas;
3. Any competitor who is unable to finish the race must notify a volunteer in a transition area or at the finish line;
4. Strict adherence to the Alpine Responsibility Code and Skimo Canada safety rules.

1. Chip exchange in marked and supervised relay zones;
2. Team of 3 people required;
3. Uphill skiing or crampons are accepted
4. Ranking based on the team's cumulative time
5. Mixed teams allowed

A supporter is defined as any person who provides material, medical, or food support to a runner.

1. Supporters may only assist a runner in areas designated by the organization. ;
2. No pets or dogs without a leash will be allowed on site ;
3. Smoking is prohibited at checkpoints or along the trail ;
4. It is strictly forbidden to throw trash on the ground, at checkpoints, along the trail, or at the finish line ;

It is the duty of participants to assist any injured participant and to report the situation to a volunteer equipped with a radio as soon as possible. A team of first aiders will be on site at the foot of the mountain in the Patrol.

Emergency number: 819-843-6548 ext. 8448

Compulsory materials:

• Your chip attached to your shoelace or ski boot fastener ;
• Equipment that is safe for you and others (avoid anything that can hang or protrude from your clothing) ;
• Ski helmet for those who will do uphill skiing ;
• White light (front) and red light (back) ;
• Snowshoe or crampons or alpine skiing equipment ;
• Poles ;
• Backpack (minimum 20L) SKIMO CANADA ONLY ;
• Gloves must cover the entire hand up to the wrist SKIMO CANADA ONLY ;
• Change of clothes for between waves SKIMO CANADA ONLY ; 

Prohibited materials:

• Earphones

Recommended Materials:

• Energy supplements and food;
• Survival blanket 1.4 m x 2 m (4.6 ft. x 6.6 ft.);
• Cell phone;
• Neck warmer, headband, toque, 2 pairs of gloves;
• Self-adhesive compression bandage (3 inches X 48 inches);
• Épipen (for participants with wasp sting or food allergies);
• Spare clothes.