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Buena Vista - Race Update #1 |
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Congratulations
on choosing to join us in Buena Vista - Headwaters to Adventure! |
| Race Date:
Saturday, May 10th, 2008 |
White Water Kayaking - Declaration of Skill Proficiency:
(12hr & 24hr Racers Only)
The
Buena Vista 12hr & 24hr course has some of the most fun and exciting class II &
III whitewater in the State! Kayakers will have a 2-3 mile stretch of
river that has several class II and III rapids which will require
intermediate paddling skills. This is not to scare you away, if you
have done our Vail race with class II+ rapids and feel confident in
your ability, then you will have a great time in the Buena Vista 12
Hour race. That said, if you are a beginner paddler and don't know how
to paddle a kayak straight or make quick adjustments you should
consider the Buena Vista Sprint race instead. Solo
kayakers will be required to use inflatable kayaks, no hard shell
kayaks will be permitted. Tandem Aire Tomcats are provided to teams of
2 and 4. There will be plenty of river safety along the shore and in
kayaks should racers need assistance, but the 12/24 hour kayak section is
not for beginner paddlers. All 12/24 hour race participants are
required to sign the "Declaration of Skill Proficiency" form to
participate in this race. See the
certifications page for more
information.
The
Sprint Race Course has small class I/II- rapids and does not require a
paddle skills declaration form, and is more suited to novice paddlers.
Getting There:
Buena
Vista is approximately a 2 hour drive from Denver, 8 hour drive from
Salt Lake City, 5.5 hour drive from Albuquerque and an 11 hour drive
from Phoenix. If arriving by plane, you're best to arrive at the
Denver International Airport.
About Buena Vista:
Here in
Salida and Buena Vista Colorado you'll find larger than life
mountains, a louder than life river, a respectful bow to the past and
an artful eye toward the future. Our scenery and people are 100%
natural. No artificial ingredients obscure the view of fifteen
14,000-foot peaks. Designated among Men's Journal 50 Best Places to
Live, Outside magazine's Best American Dream Towns and Fine Living
Network's 10 Perfect Places to Live in America. For more information
go to:
www.ColoradoHeadwaters.com
When To Arrive:
You will need to arrive in Buena Vista for "check-in" anytime between
5pm and
9pm on Friday May 9th. Check-in will be located at the Buena Vista
Community Center. The Community
Center is #6 on the map - Main St next to River Park. All athletes are requested
to arrive together at check-in. See race start times below.
Supported or
Unsupported:
This
years event will be either supported or unsupported. If you have a
support crew they will meet you at the transition areas to swap out
gear and give you moral support. If you don't have anyone to be your
support crew you can do the race unsupported. Teams will do a gear
drop prior to the start of the race. More information on
the gear drop and unsupported logistics will be posted to race update
number 2.
Accommodations:
Buena
Vista has limited Lodging and is very busy in May. Make your hotel or
camping reservations early! A room block has been made at each of the
host hotels below. Mention you are with the Adventure Xstream race on
May 9th & 10th to make a reservation from this room block.
Camping:
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ARROWHEAD POINT CAMPING RESORT - New
Owners/New Look!
Beautiful mountain views in all directions. Sparkling new
restrooms and laundry facilities! Wi-Fi internet hotspot
available. Cabins, cottages, RV sites, most TENT SITES IN THE
TREES! Campfire rings at every site.
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There are a variety of other camping and RV options in and around Buena
Vista. Click here for details:
http://www.coloradoheadwaters.com/lodging/showlodging.cfm?colorado_lodging=Campgrounds_&_RV_Parks&subcat=22
Boat Requirements:
AdventureXstream will provide the Aire Tomcat
tandem for all 2 person and 4 person teams. In order to keep the
paddling sections fair and equitable all teams will be required to use
the boats provided. Alterations to the kayaks will not be permitted.
Note: We do not provide life vests or paddles.
Solo racers
(12hr & 24hr Course Only) are
required to provide their own inflatable Kayak, hard
shells are not permitted. We will have solo kayaks available for rent
directly from us at a cost of $25.00 These will be waiting for you at
the transition areas so that you do not have to transport them prior
to or after the race.
Local Outdoor Gear
Providers:
Colorado Kayak Supply - 719-395-8653 - 327 East Main, Buena Vista -
www.coloradokayak.com
CKS,
Colorado Kayak Supply, would like to offer participants of the Xstream
Adventure Race Series 10% off on all accessories purchase online and
in our stores through May 9th, 2008. Kayak Rental Equipment is
available too. Go to
http://www.coloradokayak.com/
At check out, enter “Club” in the promotion code and for membership #
please put GravityPlay. You can also mention the club name “Gravity
Play” in our stores or when ordering on the phone. Call 888 CO KAYAK,
or stop by the store.
The
Trailhead - 719-966-4048 - 707 Hwy 24, Buena Vista -
www.thetrailheadco.com
Itinerary:
Racer Check-In:
Friday May 9th, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Buena Vista Community Center - East Main next to the
River Park
Race Start:
24 Hour = Midnight Friday, 12 Hour = 8:00am Saturday, Sprint Race = 8:00am Saturday.
Where: To be announced at racer check-in
Awards
Presentation: Saturday May 10th - at the finish line late afternoon if possible.
Notes:
| 1) You will receive detailed
maps and race instructions at check-in (you will only receive 1 set
per team for the weekend) |
| 2) Each racer is required to complete a waiver and medical information form.
Please have these forms completed and bring to check-in. |
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Navigation / Map Reading:
You will navigate your way over
a vast area of diverse terrain with the combination of map, compass, UTM
coordinates, and detailed instructions. Don't be too intimidated, you
will have to work hard at getting lost, at least for very long. :)
*** You will get race route maps at racer check-in.
Checkpoints and Passports:
Each team and solo athlete will
receive 1 Official AdventureXstream Passport to be completed throughout
the race. No replacement passports will be issued. You will encounter
numerous checkpoints at strategic locations along the race route. We use
these checkpoints to monitor each racer's position along the race
course. Each checkpoint will have a unique punch for your passport. Passports must be completed in full and presented for
inspection at the finish line.
Self Sufficient:
This is a self sufficient
Adventure Race, meaning anything you need while racing, including food,
clothing, shoes, etc.... you have to carry during the race. You will be
able to swap out gear at the transition areas and refuel. There will
be first aid stations at various CP's and transition areas along the
course. There will be no water stations on the race route.
Safety & Emergency Rescue:
Adventure Racing is not without danger. Athletes need to be prepared
and take safety into their own hands. For event safety Gravity Play Sports is working
directly and indirectly with the following agencies:
- Chaffee County Ambulance -
Chaffee County Search and Rescue
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