Float The Highlands Enduro – Amateur & Pro Format (4 Stages)

The Float The Highlands Enduro is a multi-stage competition designed to reward speed, skill, consistency, and smart line choice across varied off-road terrain. The first race stage begins at approximately 2,500 feet above sea level, and across all four stages, riders will descend a combined total of 1,350 feet of vertical drop down the spectacular front face of Glencoe Mountain Resort. Each stage makes use of the mountain’s natural gradients, rocky features, and flowing trails to deliver a varied and exciting racing experience.

The event features four stages, with the first three forming the core of the Amateur Competition, and the optional fourth stage serving as the Pro Stage for riders seeking the ultimate test. Entry into either category requires the purchase of an Enduro Racing Pass, which grants access to all race stages, lift services, and timing facilities.

Riders are free to approach Stages 1–3 in any order, completing each stage as many times as they wish within the designated time window. Their fastest time on each of the three stages is recorded, and the combined total of these three best times determines the Amateur results.

Stage 4 is an optional, more challenging Pro Stage. Riders have a scheduled open-practice period to familiarise themselves with the course. After practice, each rider receives only one official timed run. The Pro Stage time is added to the rider’s three best Amateur stage times to produce the overall Pro Competition standings.

🏔 Rules (Amateur & Pro Competition)

1. Access & Logistics

1.1 Chairlift Access for Stages 1–3

  • Stages 1–3 are accessed via the Glencoe Mountain Access Chairlift, included with the Enduro Racing Pass.

  • Riders may use the lift as many times as needed within the allotted time window.

  • Lift queues must be respected; no cutting or priority requests unless directed by race officials.

  • Riders must follow all lift-operator instructions and load/unload safely with their boards.

1.2 Access to Stage 1

  • After unloading from the chairlift, riders must complete a short uphill ride to reach the Stage 1 start.

  • Marshals will be positioned along the route to direct riders.

1.3 Course Inspection

  • A mandatory slow-speed course inspection will take place for all stages before racing begins.

  • The inspection will be led by members of the event team and is designed to familiarise riders with the terrain, layout, features, and hazards of each course.

2. Safety Requirements

2.1 Mandatory Gear

  • Helmets must be worn at all times while riding.

  • Wrist guards must be worn at all times.

2.2 Recommended Safety Gear

  • Knee pads

  • Elbow pads

  • Crash shorts / hip protection

  • Chest, spine, or other body armour

  • Eye protection

Officials may prevent a rider from starting without the minimum safety equipment or if any equipment appears unsafe.

2.3 Equipment Rules

  • Boards must be in safe, working condition.

  • No off-board controllers (e.g., Tilt Remotes) are permitted in the Enduro race.

  • Any modifications that compromise rider safety or fairness may lead to disqualification.

3. Amateur Competition Format (Stages 1–3)

3.1 Structure

  • Stages 1–3 form the Amateur competition.

  • Riders will have a multi-hour open session to complete the three stages as many times as they like, in any order.

  • Riders are responsible for managing their time, lift usage, rest intervals, and board charging.

3.2 Timing & Results

  • Timing is electronic and recorded automatically.

  • A rider’s fastest time from each of the three stages will be combined to produce their Amateur result.

4. Pro Stage Format (Stage 4)

4.1 Optional Pro Stage

  • Stage 4 is optional and constitutes the Pro category.

  • Only riders who complete Stages 1–3 AND choose to enter Stage 4 will be ranked in the Pro results.

4.2 Practice

  • A dedicated Pro Stage practice window will be provided.

  • Riders may complete as many practice runs as they wish during this window only.

4.3 Race Runs

  • Riders receive one official timed run on Stage 4.

  • No reruns will be granted except under the rules of the protest procedure (see Section 6).

4.4 Pro Results

  • Overall Pro category results =
    Best Stage 1 time + Best Stage 2 time + Best Stage 3 time + Stage 4 race time

5. Conduct

5.1 Rider Responsibility

  • Ride within your limits and respect other riders, marshals, staff, and mountain users.

  • Do not obstruct or endanger other riders.

  • Respect the mountain environment and stay on designated paths.

  • Manage board charging to ensure sufficient energy for all stages.

5.2 Penalties

  • Cutting the course, ignoring marshal instructions, tampering with timing equipment, or unsafe behaviour may lead to time penalties or disqualification.

6. Protests (Stage 4 Only)

6.1 Filing a Protest

  • During Stage 4 only, riders may file a protest if they believe they were unfairly disadvantaged during their run (e.g., obstruction, timing malfunction, safety incident).

  • Protests must be filed immediately after finishing, directly with the Finish Referee.

6.2 Protest Decisions

  • All protests will be reviewed by the Race Jury.

  • The decision of the Race Jury is final.

  • If the protest is upheld, the rider may be granted one rerun.

  • If denied, the original time will stand.

7. Race Jury

7.1 Structure

  • The Race Jury consists of three independent members:

    • Chair of the Jury – from the event organising team

    • Two independent members – with no links to any competitor

  • This ensures the organising team does not hold a majority.

7.2 Jury Roles

  • Start Referee

    • Checks rider safety gear.

    • Ensures all rules are followed at the start area.

    • Follows directions from the timing team where applicable.

  • Finish Referee

    • Must be at the finish line for the full duration of racing.

    • Receives and records all official protests.

  • Chair of the Jury

    • Supports final decision-making.

    • Ensures mandatory briefings are correctly delivered.

    • Confirms that course inspections have been properly carried out.

Jury roles may rotate between members during long breaks in the schedule.

7.3 Authority & Scope

  • This jury structure protects organisers and ensures fair, independent oversight.

  • The Jury is only involved in the Enduro race and not in any other event activities.

  • A majority vote is required for any rulings, disputes, or unexpected circumstances.

  • Only the Race Jury has the authority to disqualify a rider.

8. Race Categories

  • Male

  • Female

  • Groms – 14 and under at the start of the season (1st May 2026)

  • Legends – 50 and over

9. Results

  • Amateur results are based on the combined fastest times from Stages 1–3.

  • Pro results are based on the combined times from Stages 1–3 plus Stage 4, including adjustments for any upheld protests.