2012 Canadian Death Race - Logistics Meeting - Thu, Dec 8 2011

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2012 Canadian Death Race - Logistics Meeting (12/8/2011)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Meeting

Event Location:

James Joyce Pub. 114 8 Ave SW

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, Dec 8 2011 6:30 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Dec 8 2011 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~ 1.5 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Event Coordinator(s):

Allie B
Benn C
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

7 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This is a meeting to finalize plans for the 2012 Death Race. The info meeting has already been held so, please come prepared to commit to either run as a soloist, part of a team (Die Hard 5 or Try Harder) or provide crew support for the runners.. This event is not necessarily only for experienced runners. Newbie’s are welcome (naturally, you’d have to train for this, which by the way, is a GREAT way to get in shape).

What the Hell is the Canadian Death Race Anyway?

Ever heard of the sport of Extreme Racing? Well, up in Grande Cache, Alberta, they have created an event so epic it is worthy of this Extreme title. Death Racing is something a few of then from up there have been doing for almost a decade, but they are now ready to share their extreme playground with you. You must truly have the curiosity of a cat, the constitution of an ox, and the spirit of adventure, although your friends and loved ones may have a completely different description of our mental health. Consider running as a relay team or as a solo runner for a total of 125km from a 4,200 foot plateau, over rough, mountain trails, through pristine forests shared with resident wildlife, over ragged, rocky and sometimes wet or snow-covered, seemingly endless terrain. Sounds pretty tough? Well, add the fact that you are journeying over three different mountain summits and are gaining over 17,000 feet in elevation change, crossing over a major river by raft, at the spectacular Hell's Gates canyon at the confluence of the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers, plus running part of this race in the dark and there you have it - the makings of the larger - than-life world-class event, the Canadian Death Race! Battle heat, cold, altitude and yourselves, pushed to the limits of your endurance against the breathtaking background of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. There are no big cash prizes for winning: finishing is hard enough. And the bragging rights are priceless…

Canadian Death Race website

Where: Grande Cache, Alberta
When: Friday, Aug 3, 2012 - Monday, Aug 6, 2012 (Civic Day weekend)

There are 2 categories to enter the race in:
- Solo (this means 1 slightly crazy runner)
- Relay Team (of up to 5 runners, minimum of 2)

SOLO RACERS
Ok this is for the nutty cases. 125 kms, over 17,000 feet (5,100m) of elevation change. 24 hours to finish. Bragging Rights. Priceless. This will be the experience of a lifetime if you can finish this solo. If you win this we'll hold a parade for you!

RELAY TEAM RACERS
Up to 5 members in each team (‘cos there are 5 legs to do!) but you can run multiple legs if you wish. Legs range in distances from 19km to 36km over challenging and varied terrain including significant elevation acscents and descents within a time frame. Depending on your motivation, it can be competitive or not (usually not, we’re there to party at Death Fest too)

SUPPORT CREW
Probably the most essential part of the team. Without the support crew, there would be no race for us. Lots of fretting over when the runners are coming in and mothering them when they come in. No registration payment needed for this (only travel costs) but only your commitment to support the team by being there and staying awake.

The chief requisite is your COMMITMENT and WILLINGNESS to prepare for the event. There will be team participation events. This race is not only physically challenging but will test your mental fitness even more. The race is a TIMED event. There are cut off times within the course legs, if you do not make the various cut off times you and your team will be out of the race. So if you're on leg 2 and you miss the cut off, it means that runners for Legs 3, 4 and 5 won’t get to run! Be realistic about your ability, however we have some 10 months to prepare to ensure you have the necessary fitness and ability to adequately challenge the relay race distances. Your team members are depending on you finishing your respective leg on time so they can continue the relay. Do not let them down.
NOTE THAT BAILING IS NOT AN OPTION FOR TEAM RACERS. Once you sign up, you're IN. If you don't run, someone will have to cover for you and run the extra distance for YOUR FAILURE or ALL your teammates don't get to run. Consequences may range from lynching, being banned from the coordinator's events for life or having to turn up at events wearing a paper bag. Yes we are that serious :)

Important Dates to Note:
Training starts NOW
Jan 10, 2012 - REGISTRATION OPENS.
Race Day – August 3, 2012
The race claims only 1000 lucky souls and registration closes when the race is full.

Required Items to Bring:
- A Sense of Adventure
- Enthusiasm
- Commit to register and pay on the morning of January 10, 2012

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Notes:

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: