- Where is the race briefing and packet pickup?
- Packet pickup and the mandatory race briefing typically happen at the Volkshaus Altaussee or the See Park transition area on Friday afternoon.
- Is the lake swim wetsuit legal?
- Yes, the Altaussee lake water temperature in August is usually between 16-19°C. Wetsuits are almost always recommended.
- What kind of mountain bike is best for the course?
- A lightweight cross-country (XC) mountain bike, either a hardtail or short-travel full suspension, is ideal for the climbing and technical forest sections.
- Are there shuttles from the nearby train station?
- The nearest station is Bad Aussee. Local buses and taxis run to Altaussee (approx. 10 mins). Most hotels offer a pick-up service if booked in advance.
- Is the bike course technical?
- Yes, the XTERRA Austria course includes steep climbs on forest roads and technical 'rooty' singletrack descents that require good bike handling skills.
- Where can spectators see the most action?
- The See Park area is best. You can watch the swim exit, both transitions, and the multi-lap run course which passes through the village and along the lake.