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Final Race Notes – 3 Hour Race

Race Head Quarters
We would like to announce that Race Head Quarters is at Bob Byrne Reserve, Port Ohope. It is a new
reserve so my not come up on Google Maps but it is opposite Port Ohope Wharf on Harbour Road.
This is the start/finish line and where you will pick up maps on Saturday morning.

The course is made up of 4 stages. There are a number of checkpoints to find on each stage. Your
aim is to collect all of them in order within 3 hours.

Parking
Parking will be at the Top 10 Holiday Park. Please follow parking marshals. You MUST walk back
around to the reserve. YOU MAY NOT CUT THROUGH THE HEDGE!!!

Stage 1             Run/Trek
Transition A
Stage 2             Bike
Transition B
Stage 3             Run / Trek
Transition B
Stage 4             Bike

On each stage there are checkpoints (CP)

 CP – Collect as many CPs as possible in the 6 hours given to you. Each CP is worth 100 points. The
CPs marked in red on your map are possible checkpoints to miss out if you feel like you could run out
of time. There is no penalty for missing a CP but if you do you will be ranked below the teams that
collect all CPs, even if you finish before them.

If you finish after 3 hours, you will be penalised 20 points for every minute that you are late. There
are no bonus points for finishing early.

The team that collects the most points in 3 hours wins. If you are tied for points, the team who
crossed the finish line first places higher.

Check points are mainly punches but some CPs will require you to write something down so pencils
are required.

Maps – Maps will be based on NZ Topo. They are printed on waterproof paper.

Race day Logistics

Saturday 18th May

10am
     Mountain Bike drop off opens
10.15am
     Registration opens
10.40am
     Race Briefing starts
12pm
     Race starts
3pm
     Race finishes

Sunday 19th May
 10:00
     Prizegiving Race HQ Bob Byrne Reserve, Port Ohope

Transition A
Bike Drop – See map below

At this transition you may drop what you need for your bike ride – Bike, helmet, bike shoes extra
food etc but you may not leave anything behind at this transition while you are racing. What you
drop here, you must take with you during the race. You must have room in your bag carry your
running shoes and all other gear.

Transition B
Transition B is an area to leave your gear while you do your trek. You will NOT be able to drop
anything here pre race and you will NOT be able to leave any gear here to pick up later.

Race Rules
● All teams must stick together at all times and visit each CP together. If any team is found split up
there will be a 2 hour time penalty. There may be marshals at random checkpoints. If your team
doesn’t arrive within 1 minute of each other you receive have a 200 point penalty.

● You must carry all of your compulsory gear for each stage. There may be a random gear check on
course. If you don’t have your gear you will receive a 200 point penalty, or be stopped until
replacement gear can be found and bought to you.

● The use of GPS or cellphones as navigation aids is not allowed and will result in disqualification.
Altimeters and cycle computers are permitted. (No Fitbits, Smart Watches, GPS Watches)

● No assistance from friends or support crew is allowed during the race. You must carry all your own
supplies and complete transitions yourself. A 200 point penalty will be given for receiving outside
assistance.

● No travelling through areas marked out of bounds on maps. Intentionally travelling on an out of
bounds route will result in disqualification.

● You MUST ride single file on roads. Keep left at all times. All roads are open (including farm roads)
EXPECT TRAFFIC.

● If you see a team in stress or injured you must assist them and call the emergency number printed
on your maps.

● Much of the course is on scenic reserve. You must stay on the trapping lines unless indicated on
your map. No bait stations, tags or flagging tape is to be interfered with.

 ● Some areas on the beach and sand dunes have shore birds that are beginning to prepare nesting
sites for breeding. The area between the high tide mark and the sand dunes (and including the
dunes) is strictly out of bounds. When travelling along the beach you must be below the high tide
mark on the wet sand. If you are caught in these areas your team will be disqualified immediately. It
is vital that we protect these birds and don’t disrupt their nesting at all.

● NO DOGS allowed anywhere at the race including at Race HQ.

● No E bikes.

Please note these are the main rules for all other race rules refer to the website
www.soakedinadventure.co.nz

Gear List
 Individual (must be carried by each person)
Thermal top long-sleeved
Beanie
Whistle
Water proof Jacket
Running shoes
Backpack
Food & water
$2 coin

Team (one per team)
First Aid kit
(Minimum: triangular bandage, crepe bandage, strapping tape, knife, antihistamine, gauze bandage)
Compass -2 per team
Topo Maps- Provided
Cell Phone (Fully Charged)
Map, pens & map bags

BIKE STAGE
Mountain Bike (brakes must work, wheels safe, tires in good condition)
Cycle helmet

Waiver
Please see waiver below. All teams must print this out fill it in and sign it. You will not be able to
register and pick up your race pack before we have this form. No Form no Rego

PRINT OUT, SIGN AND BRING ALONG TO REGO

Team Waiver & Disclaimer:

I have read and understand the information regarding this event and understand that I participate in
this event at my own risk. I accept that Adventure Racing involves risks. I hereby attest and verify
that I am physically fit and have sufficiently trained for this event. I understand that competing in
this event may involve running, walking and biking on wilderness trails with rocks, roots, stream
crossings, waterfalls and up and down steep terrain. Kayaking or paddleboarding on open water and
on streams. The hazards may include but are not limited to; challenging terrain, rocks, roots,
adjacent streams, rivers, waterfalls, waves, boats, motor vehicle traffic, slippery surfaces, loose
rocks, soft sand, weather conditions, heat exhaustion, hypothermia, actions of spectators, other
competitors, general public and the event organisers personnel. I agree to comply with the rules and
directions of event officials and their personnel. I hereby allow the use of my name and image to be
used in the media and for marketing purposes. I hereby agree that in the case of event cancellation
due to extreme inclement weather (at the discretion of event officials), my entry fee shall be non-
refundable. I hereby acknowledge this waiver, release and indemnity discharges Soaked in
Adventure and all persons, corporations, associations and bodies involved or otherwise engaged in
promoting or staging the event and their servants, agents, representatives, officers and employees.
This includes but is not limited to the various committees, members, and employees of all
independent contracted suppliers to the event, local councils, cities and districts and their respective
officers, directors, employees, independent contractors, representatives, agents, volunteers,
landowners, event organisers and sponsors whether or not the loss, injury or damage is attributed to
the act or neglect of any or more of them. I will attend the race briefing and agree to abide by the
contents. I acknowledge that the race organiser’s decision shall be final. I understand that all NZ
road rules still apply and no roads are closed before, during or after the event. I agree to ride/ run
single file on the roads. I will not enter any land owners buildings or use any of their belongings.
Competitors under the age of 18 on race day must have the signed consent of their parent or
guardian.

Team Name                                          Phone number (taken on race):

Team Member 1 Name                                                  Sign

Team Member 2 Name                                                   Sign

Team Member 3 Name                                                   Sign

Team Member 4 Name                                                   Sign