Yes, you will only be covered up to 7000m. Please note that if you are likely to come across ice whilst you are climbing, you will need to select mountain climbing incl. ropes/guides. This will cover you for crevassed approaches and descents to mountain summits and ice climbing involving ice axes, crampons, ropes and the […]
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What is Via Ferrata?
Via Ferrata is considered a distinct step up from ordinary mountain walking but allows the relatively inexperienced a means of accessing difficult peaks and dramatic positions normally preserved for serious mountaineers. It is a mountain route equipped with fixed cables, stemples (iron rungs), ladders and bridges. The routes are graded according to their difficulty and […]
I have a cycle touring (not competition) insurance policy with you and need to upgrade it so I can compete but I see you do not have a cycle touring policy for competitions. What should I do?
For competition and events, please refer to our road cycling policy in our sports groups which includes cover for any competing you may wish to do.
I need to take out kayaking insurance but I don’t know for which grade of difficulty. How can I find out?
The grading system is a standardised scale that relates to the International Scale of River Difficulty. It reflects the technical difficulty and skill level required associated with the section of river/sea. We categorise our kayaking insurance into three separate policies: grade 3 or below/sea, grade 4 or below, and above grade 5. Up to grade […]
Which level of cover do I need for mountain biking if I want to compete as well?
You will need to take out mountain biking – downhill or any competition.
I have recently finished a skydiving course. Will my policy now cover me for any solo jumps?
Unfortunately, we are unable to cover you under our Sports Travel Insurance and Activity TopUp policies once you are a qualified skydiver. If you want cover for jumps in your country of residence, please have a look at our Sports Accident policy.
What is bouldering?
It is a form of rock climbing performed without the use of ropes or harnesses. Unlike free solo climbing, bouldering never usually takes the climber above 20ft. Artificial climbing walls allow boulderers to train indoors in areas without natural boulders but it can also be practiced at the base of larger rock faces or public […]
Will my marathon running insurance policy cover me for duathlons and triathlons too?
Unless you want to participate in a duathlon that is over Olympic distance (60km), for which you would need to upgrade your policy, your marathon running policy will cover you for the majority of duathlon or triathlon events.
Can you insure my child to go kitesurfing?
Yes, we offer children’s cover for all of our listed sports for children up to the age of 16 years at inception of the insurance, or up to 18 years if still dependent, or up to 23 years if dependent and in full time education. You should always ensure that children are adequately supervised, or […]
Do you cover paramotoring?
Yes, but third party liability is excluded. There is no liability for damage done by motorised units. For tandem aerial activities, Personal liability claims made against the pilot by/on behalf of the passenger (third party) are excluded.