This will be the second of three race updates. Please read Race Update #1 if you have not already done so.
Please read the details below carefully and look through all the materials on https://www.maffadventurerace.com/
Reminder:
- Purchase an annual ($35) or single day ($8) USARA membership no later than November 3, 2021 at this link: https://runsignup.com/usara.
- If you already have an annual license, please verify it has not expired. You can renew it at the link above.
- Print, complete and sign the USARA event waiver here and bring it to race check in.
- Every racer must have a USARA license and signed waiver in order to participate. These will not be available on race day.
- We will confirm each registered racer has a license in the system. If you do not have a license at that time, you will not be able to race. If you do not bring your completed waiver to check in, you will not be able to race.
Registered Teams:
Please check out the registered teams at the bottom of the following page: http://www.mbmsporting.com/milwaukee-area-fall-frenzy-2021/
Please ensure you are in the correct race length and category.
Final Race Start Times:
9AM-5PM (8 hour race) – Pre-race meeting will be held at Race HQ at 8am
10:30PM-2:30PM (3 Hour Race) – Pre-race meeting will be held at Race HQ at 9:30am
Pre-Race Meetings:
We will have pre-race meetings for the 3- and 8-hour races on Saturday (see times above).
We will have a virtual pre-race meeting with Q&A on Thursday at 7pm via Zoom. We will send a link to all team captains prior to Thursday, November 4.
Rules and Reminders:
We will discuss some final elements of VERY important rules in our pre-race meetings, but here are a few items that everyone must understand:
- Trail passes MUST be purchased and carried. This is a key element of our permits, and these are required. Don’t take the “wait and see” approach.
- At the bike drop (for 8 hour racers), there will be a specific location where your bikes are allowed. If your bikes are left outside of this area, they will be removed by us or the DNR.
- We will be using parts of the Ice Age Trail in multiple areas of the race. Although signage exists, remember that NO bikes are allowed on the Ice Age Trail. Don’t walk your bike, ride your bike, or think about riding your bike. These are for foot use only for any orienteering. We will discuss these areas and specific maps in pre-race meetings.
- Bikes are not allowed during the paddle. Don’t even think about it =)
Bike Drop (8 hour only):
The bike drop location will be shared in Race Update #3.
Race Embargo:
All locations are embargoed as of this coming Saturday, November 30. This includes Lapham Peak State Park (Race HQ).
Food and Drink (Post-race party):
Please stick around for food, beverages, and more after the 3 and 8 hour races! We will do our best to meet dietary requirements, so please let us know if you have any specific requests.
Mountain Biking:
Yes, there will be mountain biking (or so we hope – as long as the weather holds up). 3 hour racers will have less opportunity to be on trails, and we will have a larger hike-a-bike if trails are closed. Think about your tires and bike choice!
Paddling:
Another reminder – just to be clear on this. You may bring your own PFDs and paddles (and one small bag or bin) that will be transported to and from the paddle transition. Please, please, please label your gear and ensure that it is able to stay together. We are not responsible for the safety of your gear, and it will be transported in a trailer, so make sure it’s safe and packed.
Map Overview:
Final maps are printed. Here’s a quick summary:
- USGS Topo maps are used for several parts of the race
- Aerial maps
- O-maps
- DNR-issued trail and park maps (not to scale)
We will discuss the scale for each map at pre-race meetings. However, for reference, the overall race maps are 1:24,000 for the 3- and 8-hour races. Many of the other maps are 1:10,000.
If this is your first race, PLEASE read and re-read all materials and join our pre-race meeting