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It is typical for teams to all head in separate directions.

The start is usually all the teams gathering at the predesignated start location and then someone yells go. At pre-race you will learn more about the course and be able to ask questions By the time the pre-race is done you will have a pretty good idea of at least what is going on. If you have any questions about what to do – these will be answered in the pre-race.

At checkin you will get maps and instructions for the raceīefore each race the race director will give all the teams special instructions and go over the course with all the teams. Don’t worry – you will get better at this each race and there are usually plenty of people to help you if you do not know what you are doing. You can plan routes on your maps, develop strategies for food and what gear you want when, and pretty much prepare for the race. The team (or at least one team member) will want to go over all the instructions an develop a race plan. This is when you start preparing for the race. This is where you will get your maps and race instructions. Most teams try to get to check in at the time posted. Once your team is together it is time to check in. Transition areas can be as simple as a spot of dirt to lay your bikes, or elaborate tent setups with tables, chairs (and some teams even bring grills and decorate their transition).Īerial view of TA – Right out of the backs of our vehicles. You will be in and out of this area a few times during the race and it is where you will have access to food, shoes, bikes, and all race gear you brought.

We recommend showing up 20 minutes ahead of this time to set up your team transition area. The gear needs become more complex in the elite races.Įach race will list a check-in time. A change of clothes for after the race is also good. Make sure you have the appropriate clothing for the weather conditions and I like to have some extra socks at the transition. This list gets longer as you progress up the levels of adventure racing, but for your first race a compass and hydration (pack or bottles) is usually sufficient. Most races will have a mandatory gear list. We also provide water at the main transition areas and most races will have great post-race food. For 3-person teams we provide middle seats for the canoe. Sport and Elite teams are allowed to bring their own paddles if they so choose to. Whatever the race length is, simply split the total time evenly between all three main disciplines.įLX provides all the canoes, life vests, and paddles. For example, in a 8-hour race, you can expect to spend about 2.5 hours on the bike, 2.5 hours on foot, and 2.5 hours on the canoe. What we can tell you is that you can expect to spend an equal amount of time in each discipline. We often get asked what the distances for a particular race are, but in AR, distances are hard to estimate.

Elite races may require specific skills or even certifications.Īdventure racing involves three main disciplines… Biking, Trekking, and Paddling.

Sport races are designed for maximum fun.

Here’s a great video that highlights the Family races.

Family races are suitable for kids of all ages.

Do not start your first race at the elite level (most races will not let you anyway) no matter how strong of an athlete you are. If your team-mates are all capable of running 4-5 miles and are comfortable on a mountain bike – sport class is the way to go. For your first race we recommend selecting a Family class or Sport class race. Here is what to expect at your first race…Īdventure races are categorized by skill levels needed for each race. So you’ve decided to try adventure racing? If you have ever wondered, click here for a brief explanation of our great sport.