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Salomon/Moosejaw Spring Fury
Salomon North America and Moosejaw Mountaineering are proud to host the 3rd annual Spring Fury adventure race to be held Saturday, April 15th, 2006 in the Bald Mountain Recreation Area near Lake Orion, Michigan.
The Spring Fury is Sold Out as of 2/17/06!!!
We have reached our capacity of 225 racers.
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» Race Update #1 - 2/26/06
» Race Update #2 - 4/10/06
Note: The Registered Teams list is not updated in real time. We'll try to update it about once a week, so if you recently registered, please wait for the next update.
Questions? You might be able to find your answer on the FAQ section of the Message Board. Or contact Zac Chisholm with any questions about the Spring Fury.
Date: Saturday, April 15, 2006
Location: Bald Mountain Recreation Area - Lake Orion, Michigan
Length: 8 hour sprint race
Disciplines: Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, Trekking & Fixed Ropes
Divisions: 2 person coed, male (MM), female (FF), Solo, and 4 person coed
Who: Beginner to Advanced
Racer Check-In: 5:00am to 7:00am
Race Briefing: 7:15am
This race will have a staggered start with these start/finish times.
Race Start for 2 Person Male and Solos: 8:30am
Race Start for All other divisions: 9:00am
Race Cutoff for 2 Person Male and Solos: 4:30pm
Race Cutoff for All other divisions: 5:00pm
Post Race Food with Prizes and Giveaways: 5:15pm
Event Cost:
Per Person - $75.00 - The cost includes a T-shirt, post-race food, and some very nice prizes that will go to the top finishers. Entry is limited to 225 total participants on a first come-first serve basis. Note we also have a limit of 20 solo racers.
Veteran/Rookie Teams (2 person only)
A discount of $20/team will be given to veteran racers that bring in a rookie to the sport and race in the two person veteran/rookie category. A veteran will be defined as a racer who has competed in at least one race of 8 hour length or further. A rookie may have competed in one adventure race of 4 hours or less. To take advantage of this discount, you must register via mail-in check and choose proper fee from the drop down menu. Note: There is no special prizing specific for this category.
About The Race:
This race will be of moderate difficulty and will serve as a great spring tune up. It will be perfect for beginners and will have a special veteran/rookie category specifically designed to get newcomers in the sport. For 2006, we have rededicated to making sure this race will serve as a true beginner event. We want it to truly be an exciting and fun race in classic AR fashion. No support crew will be needed. Teams will be required to navigate each stage of the race using provided pre-marked topographical maps. Each team will be issued a passport that will be punched at designated control points along the way. Note that significant sponsor prizing is only awarded in the 2 person category.
Racer Check In Information & Directions:
The start and finish will take place at the Lower Trout Lake Beach and Day Use Area located off of M-24 just south of Greenshield Rd. approx. 2 1/2 miles from I-75. For a park map click here.
You should arrive at check-in by 6:30am at the latest in order to have everyone through registration so the briefing can begin on time. You need to arrive at registration with all your teammates and go through the process together.
If you are bringing your own canoe/kayak, you need to arrive by at least 6:00am because you will have to stage your boat prior to the Race Briefing.
Note: Water will not be turned on in the park due to the early season of the race, so make sure you don't plan to fill up at the park.
Accomodations:
Best Western Palace Inn
2755 S Lapeer Rd
Lake Orion, MI
(248) 391-2755
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Staybridge Suites - Auburn Hills
2050 Featherstone Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 209-3453
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Homestead Auburn Hills
3315 University Dr
Auburn Hills, MI
248-340-8888
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Comfort Suites Auburn Hills
1565 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI
248-370-0200
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Trekking / Orienteering:
The total trekking will be a minimum of 4 miles - much more depending on the selected route and number of CP's achieved. The terrain will vary from trails to dense brush, woodlands and swampy lowlands. Teams will always go through a significant off-trail section where navigation will be tested. Maps will be USGS 1:24000. Maps will be pre-marked with points.
Canoe:
Teams will be paddling 4-5 miles depending on their route. Teams are responsible for their own canoes, paddles (standard or kayak), and PFDs. Heavner Canoe Livery will be providing a pickup and delivery service to the race site. See their website at www.heavnercanoe.com or call (248) 685-2379 to reserve your equipment. Canoes must be open bowed and have two or more actual seats. Two person teams will paddle in one canoe and four person teams will paddle in two canoes. Solos are allowed to paddle in kayaks. The basic requirements for a kayak are that it be a closed cockpit, not inflatable, and not a sit-on-top. Standard sea kayaks, usually around 14-17 feet, with closed cockpits are fine. Check with race staff to ensure your boat will be accepted. Heavner canoe will have various types of single person kayaks available for rental. Both kayak and standard canoe paddles are allowed.
Mountain Bike:
The mountain bike stage(s) will be 18-25 miles in length. Teams must locate and check in at each of the required checkpoints. The course will include a decent portion of single track with the remaining portion on a mix of dirt and paved roads.
Fixed Ropes:
The ropes for this event will be unique. No special certifications or previous training will be required. As always they will be set up to be extremely safe, but make sure you have your bike helmet for this section. You'll find out more about this section at the race briefing.
Lendal Paddle Demo Program:
Experience why Lendal paddles innovative paddle designs, exceptional quality, and overall performance are the perfect fit for adventure racing. Infiterra Sports has a new fleet for 2006 of a variety of Lendal paddles that participants will be able to demo and race with at the Spring Fury. The demo program is free. Sign up will be on a first come first serve basis. You must be fully paid and registered for the event in order to reserve your demo paddle. Contact Zac to get signed up to demo these great Lendal paddles. Paddles will be of varying length, blade type, and shaft composition (1, 2, or 4 piece). The earlier you show up on race day, the better choice you will have for the type of paddle you want to use in the race. Visit www.lendal.com for more details on their products.
Contact Zac Chisholm with any questions about the Salomon/Moosejaw Spring Fury.
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