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Bend-AR 12-hour and 36-hour Adventure Races - Bend, Oregon
September 21-22, 2012
Bend-AR 12-hour and 36-hour Adventure Races - Bend, Oregon
September 21-22, 2012
Coming in 2012 to a wilderness area near you (or better yet, maybe far from you),
a bigger, better, rougher, tougher, wilder, and if you can handle it, even more fun
BaBAR....the Bend-AR.
**THIS RACE IS SO SPECTACULAR, IT NEEDED IT'S OWN PAGE. CHECK IT OUT AT
BEND-AR.COM**
**THIS RACE IS SO SPECTACULAR, IT NEEDED IT'S OWN PAGE. CHECK IT OUT AT
BEND-AR.COM**
In the meanwhile, whet your appetite
with this sweet video of our inaugural
Best around Bend Adventure Race (BaBAR)
from Oct. 1-2, 2011.
Video provided by the amazing YogaSlackers.
Check out their site at Yogaslackers.com
Click here to view miscellaneous photos from BaBAR 2011
taken by me (Dana)
Info from BaBAR 6-hour and 24-hour Adventure Races
October 1-2, 2011
Desert Dash and the YogaSlackers have joined forces to create two amazing adventure races in Bend, OR. You can expect epic singletrack mountain biking, trail running, various types of water activities, climbing and even caves!
6-HOUR “SPRINT COURSE”
This course is designed for beginner/intermediate racers. The expected finish time is between 5-6 hours with a cut-off at 8 hours. Below is the approximate breakdown of disciplines and notes on each:
Trekking/Trail running: 5-8 miles total. Mostly trail.
Caving: just a little!
Paddling/Swimming: 2-3 miles whitewater/flatwater (up to class III). Any type of inflatable is suitable for this section. Racers will be able to portage the class III section if desired. Wetsuits/body armor is optional.
If you want to buy a raft, click here for the type of raft we recommend. We will provide the pumps, hint: the larger the inflation port, the faster it inflates....
Inflatable kayak rentals are available at: http://www.oregonrafting.com/index.cfm/pid/3/ouzel/raft/rentals
These boats are great for whitewater and the rental is $30 – which includes a PFD, paddle and pump. Call soon to make a reservation if you need it. 800-788-7238
Mountain biking: 25 miles, mix of singletrack, fireroad, and some pavement.
Bike rentals are available all over Bend, ranging from $25 (for decent front suspension bikes) to $45 (full suspension) to $60 (for high end FS).
Three that we recommend are:
Some navigation is required, although much of the travel is on existing trails, forest service roads, etc – but basic map and compass skills will be required to decipher the best way to go.
Water: Water will not be available on the course (although there are lots of places to get it).
Racers should plan on carrying enough water for 6 hours.
6-hour race schedule:
Friday
6-8 PM: Early check-in (location to be announced)
Saturday
6 AM -8 AM: Late check-in and bike and packraft staging open (off Conklin Road in Bend)
9 AM: Pre-race meeting and maps hand out (Sunriver Resort)
9:45 AM: START
3 PM: First finisher expected
5:45 PM Final cut-off
24–HOUR RACE:
A bit more hardcore, aimed at experienced racers or those with a penchant for suffering.
Expected finish times of 20 – 30 hours.
The above info for raft and bike rental applies to the 24-hour course as well. Included in the 24-hour race registration is the use of double kayaks for the longer flatwater/river section that is not part of the 6-hour race.
Below are rough estimates of distances covered.
Trekking: 15 - 25 miles
Whitewater: 2-3 miles
Flatwater/non-rapid river: 20 miles
Mt biking: 75-90 miles
Caving: just a little!
The 24-hour racers will have one remote transition area that they will visit twice. Each team will be allowed one transition bag, which will be moved to the TA from the start. Teams will visit this bag twice and be able to resupply on food, clothing, etc. Bags are limited to large duffels, approx. 40 gallons or less. Teams wishing to bring their own paddles may have paddles sticking out of the bag.
Water will be available on the course at the remote TA location. There are many other sources of water along the course, but the TA is the only location it will be provided by the race staff.
24-hour race schedule:
Friday
6:00 PM - 8 PM:
Early check in (location to be announced)
Saturday
5:30 AM - 6 AM: Late check-in (off Conklin Road in Bend)
6:00 AM - 7 AM: Bike and packraft staging open (off Conklin Road in Bend)
7:45 AM: Pre-race meeting and maps hand out (Sun River Resort)
8:45 AM: START
Sunday
8 AM: First finishers expected
12 NOON: Awards
2 PM: Final cut-off
GEAR LIST FOR BOTH 6-HOUR AND 24-HOUR EVENTS
MANDATORY GEAR
Individual
To be carried by each competitor at ALL times:
- water
- backpack with or without water bladder
- knife, fixed or locking blade
- survival mirror
- whistle
- fleece lightweight long sleeve top
- waterproof top outer layer, jacket or shell
- space blanket
- headlamp or flashlight
Mountain biking equipment:
- helmet that meets the ANSI or Snell safety standards
- bike tools, including; patch kit, pump/CO2, inner tubes, chain tool, allen keys, and tire irons.
On water equipment:
- P.F.D. US Coast Guard Type III life jacket with whistle attached and visible
- paddling jacket
- one pack raft per participant
Team
All teams, including solo competitors, to carry the following at ALL times:
- cell phone, fully charged and working
- headlamp
- pen or pencil
- two compasses. NOTE: solo competitors need only one.
- team first aid kit, to include:
- tweezers
- antiseptic wipes
- antibacterial ointment
- anti-inflammatory: i.e., Motrin
- antacids
- antihistamines
- moleskin
- Band-Aids; fingertip, small butterfly
- sterile dressings and gauze
- adhesive tape
RECOMMENDED GEAR
- Additional "dry" racing garments
- bandana - face mask
- eye drops/wash
- flashlight/batteries
- straps/bungee
- sunscreen
- towel
- waterproof map container/holder
- hat with visor
- protective eyewear
- biking gloves
ADDITIONAL MANDATORY GEAR FOR THE 24-HOUR RACE
Mountain bike equipment:
- front bike light mounted on the front of the bicycle, or on the helmet, projecting a white light
- rear bike light (red and flashing - must be functional and working)
On water equipment:
- paddle shoes, water shoes, neoprene booties or other form of suitable footwear
- handheld smoke flares. Only visual signals marked with a US Coast Guard approval or other certification number are acceptable. Each team must carry a minimum of one.
- emergency strobe (typical strobe measuring roughly 1"x4" which can fit in the palm of your hand. Must be in working order.) NOTE: One per team.
FORBIDDEN EQUIPMENT:
- GPS
FORBIDDEN PRACTICE:
- Any motorized mode of transportation
For both events, we are accumulating some fantastic SWAG items,
to include one of these cool Hydro Flasks!!
So, now you have the lowdown... get busy, get your team together, gather your gear and get your travel plans made!! Don't miss out on this awesome inaugural race.. this will be an amazing event on a spectacular course.
