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Global · GIN Genie Race 5
A limited number of Genie Race 5 rescue handles may have insecure stitching that can delay or prevent reserve deployment. Affected equipment must be inspected before the next flight.
02 / LIVE WIRE
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Gironde · France
The official site manager has closed the dune, visitor area and adjacent forest until further notice. Gironde confirms its black fire alert began at midnight on 25 July, and access is reviewed daily.
Bernese Oberland · Switzerland
Chrigel Maurer completed the 266km route in about 48 hours to win the Eigertour for a sixth time. Romy Sweda won the women’s category and placed tenth overall.
Porto · Portugal
Delegates from 29 countries met in Porto for the CIVL 2026 Plenary, deciding proposals on harness impact limits, Elevated Goal, Sports Class and CCC trim tolerance.
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