From Hill to Hill – compete with the best cyclist in the world
Registration opens on May 12th: 1,189 places available, the same number of meters of altitude climb to Krvavec
EVENT FROM CLIMB TO CLIMB – Tadej Pogačar respects the fan support he feels at all races, so we have prepared a unique concept for a cycling event where Tadej will host all his fans on home soil and take them to his favorite hill - Krvavec.
Strong support is like the wind at his back, helping him achieve all his successes, which is why Tadej invites fans from all over the world to his beloved Komenda and his favorite home slope.
“I want to give something back to the community and the fans,” were Tadej's words and that's how the event FROM CLIMB TO CLIMB – “POGI CHALLENGE” was born.
Why is this event so special?
1189 cyclists will be able to register for the event. The number of limited places is not accidental, 1189 is the altitude meters from Klanec to the finish on Krvavec. The main motive for participating in the event will not be just the competition, but the lifelong memory that each participant will have.
Tadej loves challenges, so now he's challenging his fans. Who can beat him on his climb? Cycling alongside the best cyclist in the world is not only an invaluable experience, it's a real challenge for recreational cyclists.
THIS IS A UNIQUE SPORTING EVENT THAT THE WORLD AND SLOVENIA HAVE NEVER SEEN BEFORE
The mass start of all participants will be in Komenda. From there, Tadej will ride with all the cyclists to the foot of Krvavec. At the fork in the mountain path towards Krvavec, the second, more tense part of the competition will begin. Tadej will pull away, let go of all 1189 cyclists in front of him, and after a short time, start hunting for his escapees.
The biggest challenge for the competitors will be to defend their lead over Tadej as he chases them to the finish line. So, they are running away from the best cyclist in the world and hoping that he doesn't catch them until they reach the top of Krvavec. Anyone who finishes ahead of him is the ultimate winner, and anyone who is caught by Tadej will have an unforgettable memory.
Tadej Pogačar: "Personally, I'm really looking forward to the event, also because it will be unique, it will take place in my home environment, on my favorite climb in the world. I don't think there are many events like this. I know it will be successful and I want it to become a traditional event."
OCTOBER 12, 2025
We will mark it on our calendar. The event is placed at the end of the cycling season, which will allow fans to socialize, relive successes, and socialize with the media.
Applications they open for the event 12.5.2025 and are open until all 1189 vacancies are filled.
Why Krvavec?
Tadej achieved his first cycling victory in 2009 on the climb to Krvavec and already showed that he is good at climbs. This is also his favorite climb and we know that he wins and writes cycling history on climbs, so the decision to organize the “POGI CHALLENGE” was easy.
What happens when we reach our destination?
The race finish line will be transformed into a place of fun and memories. We will be treated to a varied music program, a meet & greet, a press conference for the media in front of the fans, a fan zone, and an auction of Tadej's cycling equipment (all proceeds will go to the Tadej Pogačar Foundation).
We'll tell you more soon.
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