If the event has ever run there before.

I'd like to know how the event runs and what the track will be like. I did the Megavalanche last year so I know the basics of Avalanche events, but this looks a bit different.

It looks like qualifying on the Saturday to separate into 152 for the main event and the rest for the Promo. Two races on the Sunday based on qualification of 30-40 minutes long, overall results based on points from the two races.

Are the tracks like Mega ? How much climbing ? What bikes do people use ? Any technical sections ? How do you get back to the top again ?

I really enjoy events like the Mega, but make it longer and more technical ! Is the Maxi more XC oriented or more DH, or a bit of both ? Any knowledge appreciated.

It looks as though it could be the first time the Maxi has been to Val Thorens so I can't find anything about the start, finish or anything else relevant to the venue.  My Dad can work out of his Grenoble office so I may as well do the event. Shame I can't stay down there after the Megavalanche.