Description

Ready for this awesome 24 hour version of the Cowboy Tough Expedition Race?  This course was designed to give racers a taste of what the Adventure Racing World Championship was like for racers in Wyoming in 2017. We have a great course for you to run, bike, paddle, and navigate your way around in an awesome Wyoming state park and more areas of South East Wyoming. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 11th, 2018, at check-in at Curt Gowdy State Park.  We’ll host the race out of the  Camp Russell Shelter.  Parking will be walking distance from the race HQ at the Causeway Campground parking area on the left hand side before you cross the causeway of the Granite Springs Reservoir inside the park. Let the person in the fee booth know that you are racing, and they’ll waive the park entrance fee.

Schedule

• 9:30 am-11:00 am: Saturday August 11th - Race packet pickup and transition set-up at the picnic pavilion in the Camp Russell Shelter area at Curt Gowdy State Park

• 11:00 am: Saturday August 11th - Pre-race brief (Mandatory for all team captains)

• 12:00 pm: Saturday August 11th - Race start

• 12:00 pm: Sunday August 12th - Racers must be off the course

• 12:30 pm: Sunday August 12th - Awards ceremony

Location

Race Packet Pickup/Pre-Race Brief: Camp Russell Shelter

Bike Drop: Bike drop location is Camp Russell Shelter

Race Start/Finish: Camp Russell Shelter

Sponsored by Wyoming State Parks

Curt Gowdy State Park (1319 Happy Jack Road,
Cheyenne, WY 82009).

Disciplines

Mountain Bike, Trail Run/Trek, Lake Paddling, Challenges, and Navigation

Course Overview

• 75-120  miles

• Course open: 1 days (24 hours)

Categories

• Solo Male and Female

• 2-person teams: Male, Female, and Co-Ed

Rules

Have fun and stay safe

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup location will be at Camp Russell Shelter. During packet pickup the team captain must be present, all forms must be completed for every team member, and fees must be paid for USARA membership if necessary. If you do not have all the forms for all team members, we will not give you your race packet until we have them in hand. During packet pickup you will receive T-shirts, sponsor giveaways, maps, Rules of Travel, and race numbers.

USARA fees of $8 for a one-day race membership or $35 for yearly membership are required for the Epic and can be paid at packet pickup.

Team Limit

25 teams

Equipment

Mandatory gear will not be checked during check-in. Random checks on gear will be performed during the race. Penalty points will be assessed for any missing items. These items are not all inclusive of items you will need to complete the race. You will be out in the elements for 5-8 hours. Bring other equipment as appropriate to get you through the event.

At all times during the race each racer must have in their possession the following equipment unless otherwise stated in the Rules of Travel:

• Pack to carry gear

• Enough food for replenishment

• Hydration system (Hydration pack, water bottle, etc. with capacity to carry at least 2 liters)

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Whistle

• Knife with minimum 2.5-inch blade

• Emergency blanket or bag

• 1 long-sleeve wool blend or other type of insulated top (no cotton)

• Fleece/wool hat

• Waterproof jacket

• Closed-toe shoes must be worn during the entire race (no bare feet or open-toe sandals)

While biking each racer additionally must have:

• Mountain bike. The terrain will not be paved so just make sure your bike can go on hard-packed dirt trails, rocks, and gravel roads.

• Helmet (CPSC, ANSI, or SNELL certified)

• Bike lights (Front & rear flashing red light to last up to 12 hours)

While paddling each racer additionally will be supplied with:

• PFD Class III (provided by Rev3 Adventure)

Per team/soloist:

·         Race maps (Provided by Rev3 Adventure)

·         Rules of Travel (Provided by Rev3 Adventure)

·         General Race Rules (Provided by Rev3 Adventure)

·         Fully charged cell phone in watertight bag. Ideally bring a smartphone so you can take pictures on the course.

·         Dry bag or method of keeping equipment (such as your cell phone) dry
·         Compass

·         Lighter

·         Bike tool kit and at least one spare bike tube

·        Emergency First Aid kit – Teams may use the Adventure Medical Kit Ultralight 0.7 or build their own kit as long as the kit contains the following listed required contents. (8) 2x2 or 3x3 sterile dressing, (2) 3x4 non adherent sterile dressing, (1) conforming gauze bandage, (4) 1x3 adhesive bandage, (3) knuckle adhesive bandage, (1) tape ½”x 10 yards, (1) swift wrap elastic bandage, (8) 200-mg ibuprofen, (2) antihistamine (Diphenhydramine), (2) afterbite sting relief, (1) moleskin, (5) towelettes, (3) antibiotic ointment, (1) tincture of benzoin, (3) butterfly closure bandage, (2) pair nitrile gloves, (1) tweezer,(3) safety pins, (1) duct tape.

Paddle Section

All paddle equipment will be provided including watercraft, PFD, and paddle. You do not need to bring any personal paddle equipment.

On sections of the course there will be points where you can drop your bike outside of a transition area. You may want to bring a lock to secure your bike in these situations. A bike lock is not mandatory.

Transitions

The main TA is located at the Camp Russell Shelter. You may also transition out of your car after you check-in at the TA.

Races Sections

Bike Section

Road bikes are not permitted. Racers must use the same bike throughout the entire race. In the event of mechanical failures, replacement parts can be used but they must be provided by the team, other racers, or an event official. No outside assistance is allowed. Bikes will not be checked for mechanical worthiness, but we recommend your bike be in good working order.
 

Paddle Section

Canoes will be provided. Two-person and three-person teams will get one canoe. Soloists will get a Canoe as well. Canoes will come with single-blade paddles.  PFDs will also be supplied. Outside canoes or kayaks are permitted. Outside paddles and PFDs are permitted. Canoes, paddles, and PFDs will be located at the canoe put in. You will not need to carry paddles or PFDs. If you bring your own PFD and paddle you will not need to transport them. You will not need to portage a canoe for any great distance. Personal PFDs must be class III (non-inflatable).

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Maps

Teams will be provided with maps to complete the course. Mandatory checkpoints will be pre-plotted.  Additional maps can be used at the discretion of the racers.

Entry Fee

Super early registration is $225.00 per team member & $250.00 for soloists until February 28, 2018

Early registration is $250.00 per team member & $275.00 for soloists until March 31, 2018

Regular registration is $275.00 per team member & $300.00 for soloists until May 28, 2018

Late registration is $300.00 per team member & $325.00 for soloists until close at midnight July 29, 2018