Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking and Orienteering

What is adventure racing? Read all about it HERE

How do you do it?  Using all available resources including the map you're given, written directions, problem solving, route choice, etc.

Nearly anyone can do it, and you'll have these events explained thoroughly either by race staff or in your race guide you receive.  We get LOTS of questions from athletes who are used to sports like running or triathlon where the entire race is clearly laid out with little thought necessary.  In Adventure racing, you may have to read directions, strategize, come up with new ideas and, generally speaking, if the race director didn't say "You can't"...then "You can".

If you have questions, ask: Help@SierraAdventureSports.com. 

WARNING: Try this sport and you'll be hooked!

Who: Two person teams. Male, Female or Coed

What: Mountain Biking, Trekking and Orienteering over a 18-20K course.  You will use a pre-marked topographical map to find your way to checkpoints scattered about the Fort Tuthill area.  In addition, you will have to complete a few "Mystery Events" along the way.  What is a Mystery Event, you ask? They are team challenges in which you'll have to work together to strategize on how to best complete the task. Examples of past Mystery Events: blindfolded puzzles, plank walks, climbing walls, etc

Where: Fort Tuthill Recreation Area, Flagstaff AZ - From I-17, take exit 337 for Highway 89A, go West and directly into Fort Tuthill

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Registration and Transition Area open at 7 am
Mandatory pre-race meeting at 7:45 am
Race starts promptly at 8 am

Registration $85 per 2 person team, add $20 after July 27th.  We are allowing minors that are 14 & over who are traveling with a responsible adult, however we will need a special waiver from you.

REGISTRATION OPEN SOON!

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT...

*Plenty of on-site camping!
(click below to reserve a site)

*Test your nerves on a high ropes course!

(Click below to schedule a slot)

...ALL ON THE FORT TUTHILL GROUNDS!

Refunds will not be given for any reason, however, in extreme circumstances the entry fee is transferable to a future race hosted by Sierra Adventure Sports.  Please understand this rule is in effect as arrangements for medical staff, insurance, etc., must be made in advance.  Help us speed things up at check in, each member of your team please print and sign this WAIVER and bring it with you.

Mandatory Gear per person:
1. A hydration bladder or bottles capable of carrying at least 50 ounces of water

2. A bandana
3. A pen or pencil (extras are a good idea)
4. A mountain bike and helmet

5. UTM plotting tool (If you don't have one, we have a few you can borrow)
6. First aid kit for whatever you may encounter while trekking and biking...Don't skimp!  It's your health (one per team ok)
7. One gallon of water to be left with your gear in the transition area
8. A signed WAIVER (or MINOR WAIVER)

Recommended gear: 

A large ziplock bag or waterproof map case
Cell phone (in the "off" position during the race)
Gels, energy bars, electrolyte caps, etc
Hat, sun block, etc. 
Trail running shoes are best

**GPS units are not allowed. If you are found using one, you will be disqualified.

We will have a transition area where you can stow your gear when not in use.  For instance, you don't need to carry your helmet on the hike.  You will be looping back through the Transition Area. 

Medals will be presented to the top three teams overall

Race Pictures Can Be Found HERE

2012 RESULTS

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