All information for the event is now final. Below is a To Do list for all athletes. These instructions will ensure you are prepared for the event and that racer check-in will go smoothly.

If you have any questions about the event please let us know. We look forward to seeing you at racer check-in on May 9th!

Earn a Race Voucher: Do you have family or friends coming with you? If so put them to work! Volunteers who help with the event for an 8-12 hour shift get a $100.00 race voucher that can be used by anyone for a future race. Applications can be submitted online from the website or by emailing volunteer08@gravityplay.com. Applicants are taken on a first come first served basis.

Paddle Section/Boats & Gear:
All 2 person and 4 person teams will be required to use the kayaks provided by the event. We do not provide life vests or paddles. Additionally, teams will not be permitted to make alterations to the kayaks. Solo athletes in the 12 hour race are required to provide their own inflatable kayak for the race. No hard shell kayaks are permitted

Hydration for the Race:
About 2/3 of both the 12 hour and 24 hour courses are unsupported with no access to your gear box at a transition area, and there is no water available during this stretch. You MUST be sure to carry enough water to get through this distance of the course. Please come prepared for this.

Athlete To Do List:

1. Team Makeup - Please go to the website and check your team entry. If you need to change categories, add or change teammates or change your team name, these changes must be made by May 5th. Go to the website and click on the "Teams-Results" or from the "Race Updates" page to find the team roster.

2. ACA Sanctioning (12 hour & 24 hour courses only) - The 12/24 hour courses are a sanctioned event with the American Canoe Association. You must be a current member of the ACA to participate. If you're not a current member you can purchase a single event license at racer check-in for $5.00. You can download the ACA single event form here to turn in at check-in

3. Required Forms - Each team/participant must bring the completed forms to racer check-in; Liability Waiver, Medical Form and the Paddle Declaration (12hr). Please have these forms completed before you go through the check-in line. These forms can be accessed by clicking on the "Race Forms & Certifications" button from the website.

4. Supported or Unsupported/Gear Drop - All three races can be done with a support crew or unsuppored by doing a gear drop. Please refer to Race Update #2 about gear boxes and logistics for the gear drop. Additional information will be provided at Racer Check-in.

5. Gear List - Make sure you print a copy of the required gear list from the website. All items on this list are required to compete in the event.

Thanks,
AXS Staff
Gravity Play Sports
970-259-7771