GEAR 2008

Go Extreme Adventure Race!

GEAR is an adventure sprint race. This year we have two courses, an introductory course and a longer, more challenging course, for more experienced racers. Adventure racing is a team sport - so grab a friend(s) and join us!
  • Race Purpose: GEAR is a fundraising event for the Health Initiative. Teams may want to ask a local business, school, etc. to sponsor their team's entry fee. Teams are also encouraged to raise money above the entry fee. Friends, family, co-workers or complete strangers can donate for teams directly by going to the Registered Teams Page and clicking on the donation button next to the team.
  • Teams: Teams can be either two- or three-person. Three person teams must be co-ed. Two person teams can be single gender or mixed.
  • Divisions: GEAR 08 will have two divisions running on two different courses. Both divisions start together and finish at the same place.

    * Go Extreme - This division is for teams who are seasoned physical competitors or teams who are new to adventure racing but are up for a challenge. Total course length is between 17 and 20 miles.
    * Go Easy - This division is geared toward teams that may be new to competition, are less fit or who just want to savor the experience and the wonderful scenery. Total course length is between 12 and 15 miles.
  • Race Course: There are three main elements to the race; trail running/walking, flat-water canoeing and single- and double-track mountain biking. There will also be several mystery challenges along the course to test your mental skills and your teamwork!
  • Race Length: GEAR is a sprint adventure race - depending on each team's level of fitness and skill the course is expected to take 3-5 hours to complete.
  • Awards:
    *     3-Person Teams both Divisions- Medals to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
    *     2-Person Teams both Divisions - Medals to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.
  • A deluxe prize package will be awarded to the team that raises the most money above the entry fee!
  • Special awards may include Best Team Name, Best Team t-shirts, and more!
  • Post-Race party with food for all participants!
  • Raffle prizes - all competitors receive a free ticket for dozens of raffle prizes!
  • Dates: Race Date - September 27, 2008
    Registration Deadline - September 19th, 2008, Call Race Director (315-267-3410) to inquire about registering after the deadline.
  • Canoe Availability: A limited number of rental canoes/paddles are available for teams without their own canoe. The canoe rental fee is $30 and must be paid along with the team registration fee. Teams waiting until September to register will probably not be able to get a canoe through us!


    For more information on the race, check out the links on the right! Specific information for competitors will be found by clicking on the GEAR 2008 Details button.

 

 


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