This
Virginia
Off-Road Series race is a fun, but challenging, adventure triathlon,
perfect for any level of competitor (must have some experience in all
disciplines, however!). Athletes will register as SOLO Kayak Racers
or as 2 person teams
which will compete in 3
categories: Male, Female, and Coed. The paddling will take place on the Rappahannock
River. There are some decent rapids on the 4 mile river section, so be ready
to get wet. The mountain bike and run are challenging with good climbs,
great single track, and fire roads. Free post race barbeque from our local
Virginia Barbeque and beer from local
Blue & Gray Brewery are
guaranteed to all competitors. This is set up to possibly become the best
time you will have at a race of this kind in 2008, so come out and join us
for this adventure.
Soloists:
Kayaks only in this category -no canoes! You must provide your own
kayak and safety equipment or rent from the
Virginia Outdoor
Center (V.O.C.) (not included in race fee). Solo racers must have
all of their personal gear approved at the race start prior to 8:30 in order
to race. An email with race information will be sent prior to race
day. Racers must be familiar with race format and other important info
before arriving at the race site.
Teams: Canoes and safety gear will be provided by the
(V.O.C.).
You can bring your own canoe and gear; however, both MUST be inspected by V.O.C. staff prior to the race. It
is the team captain's responsibility to find the inspector at the canoe
start. Racers who use their own equipment are responsible for bringing
it to the canoe start prior to the 8:30 race briefing. Team
captains will receive an email with an informational attachment. They
are responsible for sharing this info with the other team members. All
members must be familiar with the race format and other important info
before they arrive at the race site.
Shuttles will be provided from the
registration area to the race start (see below). Please be aware that you must wear
helmets during the canoe and bike leg of the race. You must ride a
functional mountain bike. Hybrids and Cruisers will not be safe or fun
to ride on this course. If you need a bike, see Bob at
The Bike Stop in Culpeper, VA. Trust us - it's worth the trip!
The
V.O.C. will is offering discounted whitewater canoeing classes
on the Saturday before race day (perfect for first timers) and discounted
AWESOME camping the night before the race - right at the race site.
Contact the V.O.C.
for more information and to make reservations.
