_ The 2023 Gut Check Adventure Triathlon:

EVENT INFORMATION

The Gut Check is a point-to-point adventure race within Cape Cod’s 2000-acre DCR Nickerson State Park. Each year, the "course" is different — and no one knows exactly what it will be until shortly before the race. You receive a map to get you through checkpoints to the finish line. Just know that it will be an endurance workout you won’t soon forget! Rain date: September 24th

WARNING!

This is a race for intermediate athletes. Expect cold water, steep hills and difficult cliffside running trails paved with tree roots. While there will be emergency medical support on-site, all participants race at their own risk.

2022 Athlete's Guide: https://www.neeevents.com/triathlon/inside-the-new-gut-check-adventure-race/

RAIN DATE

Yes! September 24th @ 9am

THE COURSE

Athletes will receive laminated maps that have checkpoints pre-marked before the race.
 

HOW IT WILL WORK:

Until shortly before the race, all you’ll know about this year’s Gut Check is that it will combine running, cycling, navigating and water crossing (paddleboard or swimming) in Nickerson State Park. You will present yourself at designated checkpoints along the way. Expect a finishing time of 1.5 to 2 hours. Whether you compete solo or with a group of your friends (2, 3 or 4 persons), the objective is to use your wits and fitness to scramble your way (including 92 steps built into a cliff) to the finish.

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE?

Prepare yourself for this event by training to be capable of trail running and biking for about two hours.  There will be no more than two swim segments, and each swim segment will be approximately 1/4 mile. Biking elevations range from -5% to 8% grades, running elevations up to 18% grade. You can choose between swimming or paddleboarding. Bring your own, or a limited supply will be available to rent. Be prepared for a mile+ of paddling or half a mile+ of swimming. Be prepared to read and follow the supplied trail map.   There will be four race categories: solo, two-person, three-person and four-person. All members of a team must remain in close contact and finish at the same time.

DISTANCES

Paddle 1.2 - 1.7 miles or Swim .5 - .6 miles
Bike (steep hills) 8 - 12 miles
Run (technical trails) 5 - 6 miles

GEAR LIST

Road Bike
Bike Helmet
Paddle board w/ paddle or surf board
Life vest or safe-swimmer buoy
If swimming; dry bag for shoes, map etc.
Running (or trail) shoes that don't mind getting wet

We'll supply the laminated map

RECOMMENDED GEAR
Marker to be used on laminated map
Long pants, tights or leg protection
Sunglasses or hat
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Compass
Dry bag or safe swimmer buoy with inner compartment

USA TRIATHLON
The swim category of this race is sanctioned but as of this date USAT does not have a way of ranking non-traditional races.
FOR THOSE IN "PARTICIPANT-SWIM" CATEGORY ONLY:
You will need at least a one-day USA Triathlon membership in order to race in this category.
Follow prompts through registration to choose a one-day ($15) or Annual ($50) Membership.

FOR THOSE IN THE "PARTICIPANT- SUP" category:
Your race is not included in USAT sanctioning so will not be required to submit or purchase a USAT membership.

TEAMS

Race with friends or race solo. 

Racing as a team:

Each person still registers as an individual, noting the name of your team during the registration process. This avoids the hassle of one person registering the team but then needing to gather info and collect money from everybody. Team members can also decide prior to the event to "race solo," or vice versa. On race day each member of the team must go through check points and finish line together. May the fastest... and smartest... teams win!

FIELD LIMIT

150 Athletes!

CAN TEAMS SHARE A PADDLEBOARD?
Yes! Up to 2 team members can be on 1 paddleboard at a time.

SUP RENTALS
Thanks to SUPfari Adventures, there is a limited supply of paddleboards available for rental on race day. They each come with a paddle and PFD but you must order in advance (you'll have the opportunity to rent during registration).

TIMING
Results are expected to be posted to the Gut Check website and the NEEE website with in one day.

TRAVEL

For those traveling from afar, Cape Cod is awash with hotels, motor lodges, inns, bed and breakfasts, vacation cottages and AirBnB offerings.

TRANSFER/REFUND POLICY

There will be no refunds , transfers or wait list.

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