Shenandoah Aqua-Blaze

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Shenandoah Aqua-Blaze :
Aquabike : Paddle 12 Miles, Run or Trek 12 Miles
  • Race Date: Saturday, April 18, 2015
  • Start Time: 10:00 AM
  • City/State/Zip:Bentonville, Virginia 22630
  • Country: USA

This spring the Shenandoah Aqua-Blaze will have you exploring one of the most picturesque rivers and mountain trails Virginia—or anywhere, really—can offer. The adventure starts with a 12-mile paddle on the Shenandoah River followed by a 12-mile trail run or trek through the mountains of George Washington National Forest to the finish line. With this race format you’ll only need a pair of running shoes, water supply, and race nutrition. Sign up to compete, or just come out and enjoy a day of fun at your own pace. Soloists and two-person teams are welcome. After the race, enjoy a great meal and view the other exciting events at the REV3 race site. The Aqua-Blaze is limited to the first 25 soloists or teams so sign up soon!


Course Information:

This race is a 12-mile paddle followed by a 12-mile technical trail run. The only required gear is a pair of running shoes, water supply, and race nutrition. You can sign up to compete or just come out and enjoy a day of paddling and running at your own pace.


Directions:

Downriver Canoe Company, Bentonville, VA

From Northern Virginia, take I-66 West to exit 13 (Linden). Turn left off the ramp. Go one block to a stoplight where you'll take a right onto Rt. 55 West. At the fifth stoplight, turn left onto 340 South. Drive eight miles; the park's entrance is on the right.


Other Info:

Check-in: Saturday, April 18th, 2015 6:30AM

Race Starts: Saturday, April 18th, 2015 10:00AM

Race Ends: Saturday, April 18th, 2015 4:00PM

Categories: Soloist and two-person teams

Prizes: Prizes in each division

Fees:

Super early registration is $80.00 per team member & $100 for soloists until November 30st, 2014

Early registration is $90 per team member & $110 for soloists until December 31st, 2014

Regular registration is $100.00 per team member & $120 for soloists until February 28th, 2015

Late registration is $110.00 per team member & $130 for soloists until close

An additional $8 race day fee is required by USARA and can be paid on race day or during online registration.

Included: Boat, single-blade paddle, and PFD

Early Registration Discount Ends:

November 30th, 2014

December 31st, 2014

February 28th, 2015

Registration Closes: April 15th, 2015, sooner if we sell out.

Distance: 12 miles of paddling and 12 miles of running or trekking

Disciplines: Paddling and trail running

Checkpoints: Course will be marked and require little navigation.

Supplied Gear: Canoe, map, PFD, and paddle

Mandatory Gear: Pair of comfortable shoes for trekking/running, water supply, and race nutrition

Lodging: Shenandoah River State Park

Camping: Shenandoah River State Park


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