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Orient Course Setting Basics

Learn orient course setting basics from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.

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Workflow

  1. Select Venue

    1 day

    Select map area with appropriate difficulty spread and safety clearance.

  2. Place Controls

    1 day

    Place controls on distinct features test-running each leg.

  3. Test Run Course

    4 hours

    Test run full course timing expected winning time target.

  4. Publish and Pick Up

    2 hours

    Publish maps for event and retrieve controls after event window.

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Planning

Preparation

Safety

Execution

Quality

Documentation

Reference Materials

Course Setting Basics StandardStandard

Standard practices and recommended approaches for course setting basics.

Course Setting Basics FormulaFormula

Key formulas and calculations for course setting basics.

Course Setting Basics DataTable

Reference table for course setting basics.

ClassLengthClimb
Blue5 km150m
Red8 km250m

  • Safety Control

    Place safety control on long legs through risky terrain.

  • Pick Up

    Lost control costs club money — GPS every placement.

  • Warning

    Stop immediately if safety conditions change or equipment fails.

Safety Notes

  • Setter in remote terrain — tell team location.
  • Hammering control stakes — eye protection.

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