AXS Adventure Race Series Info

What is an Adventure Xstream Race? And who can do it?

Solo Athletes or Teams will travel an unmarked course by plotting the checkpoint locations using UTM coordinates and maps provided. You can view a UTM tutorial from our "Training" page. Each race has different disciplines which will include some or all of the following: Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Trail Run/Trek, Rappel, Tyrolean, Orienteering/Navigation, Skate/Scooter (See each venue for race specific disciplines). Teams race the entire course together....it is not a relay event.

Regardless of whether you are an elite athlete or simply an aspiring one, the AdventureXstream series has a variety of races/courses available to suit just about any athlete's abilities and endurance level. Each venue has different course lengths available so check the race venues for which course options are offered. Below are the general lengths and difficulties for each race/course...

Sprint Race - (~15-20 miles) - Elite athletes will finish in about ~2 hours with most teams finishing in 3-4 hours.
6 Hour Race - (~25-35 miles) - Elite athletes will finish in about ~3.5 hours with most teams finishing in 4-6 hours.
12 Hour Race - (~50-60 miles) - Elite athletes will finish in ~6-7 hours, with most teams finishing in 8-12 hours.
18 Hour Race - (~75-85 miles) - Elite athletes will finish in ~14-15 hours, with most teams finishing in 16-18 hours.
24 Hour Race - (~90-110 miles) - Elite athletes will finish in ~18-20 hours, with most teams finishing in 21-24 hours.
Xstream Expedition - (~250-300+ miles) - Multi-day Expedition Adventure Race.

Designed for weekend warriors as well as elite athletes, only you can decide your level of ability and motivation. Decide what your goal is; teamwork, adventure, competition, or personal accomplishment. Ask yourself and/or your team if you can complete the specific distances in the estimated times above? While competing in these events takes training and hard work, don't underestimate yourself either. You do not have to be an "expert" in all of the disciplines to complete an adventure race. You should push yourself and/or your team to accomplish your goal but most importantly HAVE FUN!!.

Teams, Categories & Cost

We encourage participants to race in the series regardless of their team makeup. There are only 3 categories to register under. If you wish to race in any combination other than these three you will need to register the additional team members in the Solo category. You can stay together but your times will be posted in the category you register in.

Categories: Solo, 2 Person Team, 4 Person Team
Divisions: Solo Male/Female, 2 Person Open/Coed, 4 Person Open/Coed (12hr Relay at some venues)
The "Open" Division consists of single gender teams.

Entry Fees	Sprint	6 Hour	12 Hour	18 Hour	24 Hour	Expedition
Per Person	$95.00	$125.00	$175 - Moab $165 - All Other	$195.00	$250.00	$500/$550
We have added new course lengths and lower entry fees for 2009. However, we will be implementing a late fee if you register/pay with less than 14 days from the race date. So don't procrastinate! The late payment fee will be $10.00 per person. * Moab 12hr is $175.00 all other 12 hr races are $165.00

2008 Prizes

So, what do you get as a participant in the Adventure Xstream Series? Your entry fee is mainly to cover the cost of producing the event; permit fees, medical support, participant insurance, boats, etc... But you will also receive:

1st-3rd place prizes will be awarded in the 4 person coed division.
Other Sponsor and Event prizes awared in all other divisions only when 8+ teams are racing.
Aire Tomcat tandem kayak(s) are provided for 2 & 4 Person teams.
Zorrel Performance Wicking Event T-shirt $40.00 Value
Discounted Lodging Options
Aid Station Support
Finish Line Food & Drinks
Finisher Medal or Souvenir

4 Person Coed	Sprint	12 Hour	24 Hour	Expedition	AXS Series Champions	Checkpoint Tracker Series
1st	Sponsor/Event Prizes for top 3 in all divisions with 8+ teams racing.	$700 RV	$1000 Cash	$4000 Cash*	$4000 Cash	$5000.00 cash
2nd		$500 RV	$800 Cash	$3000 Cash*	$3000 Cash	$3000.00 cash
3rd		$400 RV	$600 Cash	$2000 Cash*	$2000 Cash	$2000.00 cash
4th		-	-	$1000 Cash*	$1000 Cash
5th		RV = Race Vouchers	-	$500 Cash*	$500 Cash
The Adventure Xstream 18 hour races as well as the Xstream Expedition are part of the Checkpoint Tracker Series. Prize money is allocated as listed above for winning each of these races and series championships. *In keeping with the tradition of adventure racing being a 4 person coed sport, premiere prizes will be awarded in the 4 person coed division. The cash prize money for the Xstream Expedition race will be based on a minimum of 200 participants. Should the event draw less participation the prize money will be pro-rated. If your intent is to race for prize money you must compete in this category. In the event that any race venue has to be cancelled due to unforseen issues the series champions prize money will be pro-rated accordingly.

2008 Rules

AXS Overall Series Championships: Teams can accumulate points at any of the events. Sprint, 12hr, 24hr and the Xstream Expedition all count towards point totals. There are 7 potential races to accumulate points, as the Summit Sprint race will be held on Sunday. Teams can accululate point in up to 5 races, dropping lower scores if you race in more than 5 races.

So, strategize your route to the podium. Whether you are racing to accumulate points or racing to prevent another team from getting points, there will be many options on route to the championship.

Sprint Series Champions: While there is not prize money awarded specifically for a Sprint Series this year. We will award championship medals to the top three teams with the most points in the three sprint races; Buena Vista, Summit and Vail.

Additional Series Rules:

Series Championship Prizes are awarded in the 4 Person Coed Division only.
Each 4-Person Team is permitted to use only 7 total team members throughout the series. Additional teammates will be counted as a separate team in the point standings.
2-Person Teams must race with the same team members to accumulate points. Alternates are not allowed for the 2 person divisions.
Teams must race in a minimum of 3 events to qualify for Series Championship Prizes or top 5 ranking.
In case of a tie in the overall point series, the team with the best cumulative time in all head to head races will be awarded the tie break.
Event prizes awarded in the 4 Person Coed division regardless of the number of teams racing. Smaller event and sponsor prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams in all other divisions when 8 or more teams are racing.
AdventureXstream staff reserves the right to alter or change rules as needed to ensure a fair and accurate result for participants.

2008 Series Points

Points	Sprint Races	12 Hour Races	24 Hour Races	Xstream Expedition
1st	25	50	100	200
2nd	22	45	90	180
3rd	20	41	82	164
4th	19	38	75	150
5th	17	35	69	138
6th	16	32	63	126
7th	14	29	58	116
8th	13	27	53	106
9th	12	25	49	98
10th	11	23	45	90
11th	10	21	41	82
12th	9	19	37	74
13th	8	17	34	68
14th	7	15	31	62
15th	6	14	28	56
16th +	2	5	10	20

Finishing and Ranking

Our philosophy is that if you are out there giving it your all, then we certainly are not going to rank you as a DNF. Even If you only make it to CP1 you will still be ranked. You will simply be ranked behind any team who gets further along in the course.

For most of our events there will be certain checkpoints that have mandatory cut-off times with alternate course options. Teams who miss these cut-off times or who voluntarily skip a section of the race will still be ranked, but behind teams who finish all or more of the course as outlined for the event.

Note: Each race varies slightly in difficulty, and each venue will vary from year to year too. You can check the previous years results to get a feel for times of racers. On average 90+% of the participants finish the full course.

Team Preperation

Upon registration you will be emailed confirmation of your entry. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself and your team with all of the information; Race Updates, Gear Lists, and required forms. Your logistical preparation is part of the challenge and is a very important part of a successful race!

Self Sufficient

Each competitor must be self sufficient. You and your team are responsible for your own food, water and equipment. You may refuel from your support personnel only at designated Check Points (CP) or Transition Areas (TA's). At race check in you will be given the course along with a map of designated check points.

Course Navigation - First Aid - Water

Teams will use maps, UTM coordinates, and as well as race instructions to navigate the course. First aid will be available at check point stations. No water will be available at check points except in an emergency.

Rope Skills

Either a Rappel or a Tyrolean Traverse may be part of the designated disciplines.

Rappel - A fixed rope rappel of 50' to 300' may be part of the course. The necessary equipment and expertise will be required.

Tyrolean Traverse - This is a suspended rope with a pulley system. Beginners can do this exercise. All that is required is a harness and a sense of adventure. The location of the Tyrolean Traverse will not be disclosed.

(Note) in some instances racers may bypass the ropes section and take a time penalty or in some instances by bypassing the rappel you will then be racing in a short course option. See specific race pages for more information.

Please check the specific race pages to find out if that event will have a ropes section.

Racer Safety

Your safety is our primary concern. EMT and Wilderness First Responder personnel will be on hand. An emergency reaction plan with local Emergency Medical Services is in place for all events. Safety personnel will be on the shore and in the water for all paddling portions of the event. We are working directly and indirectly with the following agencies; County Ambulance, Search and Rescue, Flight for Life, County Sheriff, Water Rescue, and County Dispatch.

All participants are accounted for as they pass each checkpoint.

Cut off times may be enforced to ensure racer and volunteer safety. Cut off times are variable and may be determined by race officials for any reason. Cut off times include designated time limits, snow, freezing rain, fog, race course conditions, remaining light or any number of circumstances that may arise the day of the event. With this in mind the course is designed to allow most competitors to finish.

Adventure Racing is not without danger. In many instances you are not competing against other entrants but against mother nature. We go to great extremes to ensure a safe event. It is however your responsibility to know your limits and to put safety first! If you are not already educated in outdoor safety please do so before registering for any of these events.