IXS Downhill Cup 2023 in Bad Tabarz-new concept for 2025
IXS Downhill Cup 2023 in Bad Tabarz-new concept for 2025
Bad Tabarz. Even if the IXS-Downhill-Cup 2023 had to be canceled, there are positive views for the future of the event.
The cancellation: a serious loss for sport
in Bad Tabarz, the plans for the renowned IXS Downhill Cup are eliminated this year. The event, which has been a popular event for cycling enthusiasts for 28 years, is not carried out. "The route was badly damaged and required extensive work. A complete renewal would have cost us about 7,000 euros, which was simply not possible in the current situation," explains Jana Wiesemann, the overall manager and club chairman of the mountain resorts club Downhill am Inselsberg.
The meaning for the community
The cancellation of the cup not only affects the athletes, but also on the local community. Events of this kind attract numerous visitors who not only pursue sports, but also support the local economy. Hotels, restaurants and retailers in Bad Tabarz usually benefit from the increased tourism during the event. The lack of the cup this year not only means a loss of sporting activity, but also a missed opportunity for economic growth.
A look into the future
Despite the challenges that the cancellation brings with it, Wiesemann optimistically announces that the 29th edition should definitely take place in 2025. "We have the time to plan an exciting new route. The first work begins in September, both with the organizers of the IXS series as well as with the city and the ducal forest," emphasizes the club chairman.
route planning and environmental protection
The need to renovate the route also shows the responsibility of the association towards nature. In recent years, awareness of environmental protection and sustainability in sports has increased. Without the consent of the responsible authorities and taking into account the environmental influences, the event would not be justifiable. "We want to make sure that we comply with the nature conservation guidelines. That is very important to us," continued Wiesemann.
conclusion: an opportunity for renewal
In view of the educational challenges that arise from the cancellation of the IXS-Downhill Cup 2023, the Bergradsportverein Downhill am Inselsberg sees an opportunity for renewal and improvement. Preparations for the upcoming event offer the opportunity not only to design a safe route, but also to bloom the event through innovative ideas and commitment. This could help to position Bad Tabarz as a first-class location for downhill cycling.
- Nag