FAQs
General
What is FURA?
Fura is a hybrid race consisting of 10 races and 10 workouts. In the elite categories, the races are 750 m long, and in the open categories, they are 500 m long.
Can you compete in multiple categories?
Yes, an athlete may compete in multiple categories in the same event.
How much are the races?
In the open category, there are 10 races of 500 metres, and in the elite category, there are 10 races of 750 metres. In pairs, the races can be divided as desired, except for the first race, which must be completed by both athletes together.
Can I change categories?
We do not make changes from individual to pairs, or vice versa. We can make name changes and changes from open to elite and vice versa. Changes must be requested at least one month before the race.
What are the standards for workouts?
You can find all the information about each workout in the rules.
Event day
How are workouts divided between partners?
Couples can divide the workouts however they want, except for the first run, which must be done together.
The runs can also be divided however they want, always in 250m sections.
In the pairs category, is the race divided up?
Yes, the race can be divided up however you like, except for the first leg, which must be run by both athletes together.
In mixed couples, do both partners have to carry the male weight?
Yes, in the mixed open category, both competitors must perform the exercises with the men’s open weights. Even so, the weights are manageable and the exercises can be divided up however they like.
Is there any refreshment during the race?
Yes, there are refreshments available during the race for all athletes.
Which batch am I in?
The exact start time will be provided on the athlete’s wristband, which will be delivered with the athlete’s bag.
Registrations
What is the difference between open and elite? Which category should I participate in?
In the Open category, the stations are followed by 500m races, while in the Elite category they are 750m races. The Elite weights are also higher, as are the distances/calories on the machine. You can find a breakdown of weights and distances in the rules. If this is your first hybrid race and you have no experience in other sports, we recommend the Open category.
