The 4th annual SHAG adventure race is back for 2009. This year we will have a shorter version - only 12 hours of getting your @ss kicked! The race is a USARA National Qualifier and sanctioned race for teams looking to win a qualifying spot to the USARA Nationals in Texas. Teams of 2,3,4 and solo competitors will tackle the woods, wilds and waters of the NJ highlands region. As usual, the exact venue and locations will be kept secret until a few weeks before the race. This year's race will have you venturing into a bit of familiar terrain but mostly you will explore areas that no race has taken you before. The course will challenge racers of all ability levels from first timers to experienced teams with strategic route planning, tough singletrack, and interesting terrain. Course design will feature a modified rogaine format which will allow teams to collect optional CPs at their discretion. The team with the most points at the end of the 12 hour race will be crowned SHAG champions.
Event Details |
Disciplines |
- Trail-running
- Trekking
- Mountain Biking
- Kayaking
- Land Navigation
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Date |
26 September 2009 |
Location |
Start: NJ Highlands
Exact starting location to be released in early September
Directions: TBD
Check in & Registration: Saturday, September 26th, 2009 (NO FRIDAY CHECK-IN). More information to be released as we get closer to race date
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Start Time |
7:00 AM |
Duration |
12 hrs (expect even the best teams to race for the entire duration) |
Format |
1,2, or 3 person teams (Coed and Open).
3/4 person coed teams are considered the Premier category.
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Price |
1-person team
15% discount if person is a current NYARA member |
$135 |
2-person team
15% discount if all team members are current NYARA members |
$270 |
3-person team
15% discount if all team members are current NYARA members |
$405 |
Contact Denise Mast or call (917) 669-4935 |
Registration |
Register Online Now!
Registration Ends: September 23rd, 2009 11:59 PM Pacific Time |
Race Newsletter |
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Download SHAG Race Course Outline and Instructions [pdf - 21Kb]
Download Shag Update #1 [pdf - 148Kb]
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Race Waivers |
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NYARA Waiver pdf [~21kb]
USARA License pdf [~276kb]
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Race Rules |
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Race Rules (will be posted soon)
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Accommodations |
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Holiday Inn Express
303 Union Ave
Haskell NJ 07420
973-8394405
Marriott Mahwah
140 Route 17 South
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 529-5200
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Gear List |
A Authorized Equipment |
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Any equipment modifications or changes will be provided as soon as practical or at the event to ensure that all teams are prepared on race day.
- All competitors will supply their own food and drink for the entire racing event.
- The equipment provided by the race organization:
- Water craft and paddles will be made available to competitors at the appropriate sections of the race.
- Racers may bring their own kayak paddle.
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B Mandatory Equipment |
- Teams and racers shall supply all equipment necessary to cover the racecourse for varying types of terrain, weather and water conditions.
- There may be spot checks for mandatory equipment along the course. Point penalties will be assessed for missing items.
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C Mandatory Individual Equipment |
Each team member must possess and carry permanently throughout the competition the following:
- 1- Whistle attached to equipment accessible while wearing a PFD
- 1- Compass
- 1- Knife
- 1- Emergency space blanket
- 1- Working headlamp with a full set of spare batteries
- 1- Long sleeve wicking shirt
- 1- Waterproof rain jacket
- Food & Water (AR is 100% self-sufficient)
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D Mandatory Team Equipment |
Each team must possess and carry permanently throughout the competition the following.
- 1- Team First Aid Kit (See First Aid Kit below for detailed list of mandatory supplies)
- 1- Cell Phone (Bring a waterproof bag for the cell phone to ensure is does not get wet!)
- 1- Waterproof Map case
- 1- pen
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E Mandatory Mountain Biking Equipment |
- A mountain bike
- An approved mountain biking helmet with chin strap
- Bike tube (at least 1 tube per 2 team members)
- Tire repair kit (1 per team)
- bike Pump/CO2 cartridges (1 pump per team or 8 oz of CO2 per team member)
- mini repair tool (1 per team)
- 8 - Plastic Zip ties (per team)
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F Mandatory Team First Aid Kit |
Each team must possess and carry permanently throughout the competition the following.
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- 6- Band-Aids
- 1- Tube Antibiotic Ointment
- 1- Ace Bandage
- 3 doses Anti-Inflammatory (Ibuprofen, etc)
- 3 doses electrolyte replacement tablets/powder
- 1- Safety Pin
- Tweezers
- Sunscreen
- 1- 6 Feet of Duct Tape
- Means to filter water for 26 hours of racing or minimum 50 water purification tablets
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G Mandatory Paddling Gear |
- Type III Life Jacket
- 1 - Bailer (1 per team)
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H Mandatory Climbing Gear |
Each team must possess and carry permanently throughout the ropes portion.
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I Forbidden Equipment |
- Weapons
- Pedometer
- G.P.S. (Global Positioning Systems)
- Night vision goggles or apparatus
- Pagers, or other unauthorized communications devices
- Any mode of transportation other than those authorized by the event organizers and the specific approved venues
This short list does not necessarily comprise a complete and comprehensive list of all forbidden equipment. Check with the race officials for details. |
J Repair |
During the competition, competitors are generally responsible for protecting and repairing any equipment as provided by the race organization. |
Registered Teams |
Sponsors |
