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Moab 12hr - Race Update #1 |
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Congratulations
on choosing to join us in the glorious canyon country of Moab! |
| Race Date:
Saturday, April 5th, 2008 |
Skills Certificate:
Required
for the Moab race is completion of the Rope Skills Certificate. Please
have your team complete this form and bring it with you to racer check
in. You will not be allowed to participate in the ropes portion of the
race without this completed. Click here for form:
Ropes Certificate
Typically any rock climbing
gym can sign off on your skills certificate. A couple of gyms include: Rock'n & Jam'n in Thornton, CO 303-254-6299. Rockreation
in Salt Lake City, UT
801-278-7473. Check your local area for other gyms. Verify with your gym that they will sign off on the form prior to showing up.
Getting There:
Moab is approximately a 6 hour
drive from Denver, 4 hour drive from Salt Lake City, 7 hour drive from
Albuquerque and a 8 hour drive from Phoenix. If arriving by plane,
you're best to arrive at the Salt Lake City Airport.
About Moab:
Moab is the only Utah community
located on the Colorado River and is nestled in a valley with scenic red
rock cliffs on both sides. It is surrounded by an extremely rugged and
beautiful desert terrain. The La Sal Mountains, just 18 miles to the
east, reach elevations over 12,000 feet. The lush mountain valleys and
alpine beauty provide striking contrast to the panoramic view of the
deserts and canyons below. This varied topography offers excellent and
practically unlimited recreational activities throughout the year.
When To Arrive:
You will need to arrive in Moab for "check-in" anytime between
5pm and
9pm on Friday April 4th. Check-in will be located at the Aarchway Inn -
1551 N Highway 191, Moab - 1-800-341-9359. All athletes are requested
to arrive together at check-in.
Unsupported: (Updated)
The logistics for this event will allow all teams to do this race unsupport. You will not need a support crew and one will not be allowed. Teams will do a gear drop prior to the start of the race. More information will be posted in future updates.
Accommodations:
April is a busy time in Moab, be
sure to reserve your accommodations early. Discounted lodging is
available from our Host Hotels listed below. Race Headquarters and Racer
Check-in will be at Aarchway Inn. They are also our host
lodging provider. Call and mention you are with the Adventure Xstream
Race for the discounted rate of $89.95 per night, Double Queen Room and
a continental breakfast.
Camping:
Camping along the Colorado river will provide the closest locations
for the start of the race. You can also download the pdf file below for a large
selection of camping options in the Moab area.
http://www.discovermoab.com/campgrounds_blm.htm
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 are
required to provide their own boat. Canyon Voyages is the only rental
shop in Moab for kayaks so make your reservations early. Please secure your boat needs well in advance of the race.
Solo racers
can use hardshell kayaks, or inflatable kayaks. Note - oarlocks are not permitted. You will need to
arrange boat pickup on Friday as the race starts at 7:30am on Saturday.
Boat Rentals for Solo racers:
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Outfitter |
Phone |
Boats |
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Canyon Voyages |
800.733.6007 |
Kayaks & Inflatables |
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Wilderness
Recreation Center (Ogden, UT) |
(801) 626-6373 |
Kayaks, IK's |
| Alpine Kayak & Canoe (Vail, CO) |
(970) 949-3350 |
Kayaks only |
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Colorado River Center (Vail, CO) |
(970) 653-0263 |
Kayaks & Inflatables |
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Mountain Quest Sports (Vail, CO) |
(970) 926-3867 |
Kayaks & Inflatables |
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Adventure Sports (Grand Junction, CO) |
(970)
245-2441 |
Kayaks |
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Rimrock Rentals (Fruita, CO) |
(970)
858-9555 |
Kayaks |
| Whitewater West (Grand Junction, CO) |
(970)
241-0441 |
Kayaks |
- Mountain Bike Rental/Service:
- Here is a list of Bicycle Rental
and Repair Shops in Moab. Please call well in advance of the race to
secure your rental.
- Chile Pepper Bike Shop -
888.677.4688
- Moab Cyclery - 435.259.7423
- Poison Spider Bicycles -
435.259.7882
- Rim Cyclery - 435.259.5333
- Top of the World Cyclery -
800.825.9791
Climbing and Outdoor Gear: Pagan Mountaineering - (435)
259-1117 -
http://www.paganmountaineering.com
Itinerary:
Racer Check-In:
Friday April 4th, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Aarchway Inn - 1551 N Highway 191, Moab -
1-800-341-9359 (Just North of Town on your way to the Colorado River)
Race Start:
Saturday April 5th, Staggered Start 7:30 to 8:30am
Where: To be announced at racer check-in
Awards
Presentation: Saturday April 5th- at the finish line about 4:00pm
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:
- Grand County Ambulance - Grand County Search and Rescue
- Allen Memorial Hospital - Grand County Sheriff
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