WE WELCOME BACK OUR TITLE SPONSOR FOR A 3RD YEAR IN A ROW...
USA
Are you ready for 10K (6.2+ miles) in just "ONE" loop, OVER 60 obstacles, trail running, hills, mud, ice, and snow?! Do you think you’re up for the ULTIMATE challenge, in the middle of winter?? All the braggin’ rights go the person who can COMPLETE the most LAPS in 8 hours! NEW this year, we have added a single lap option for the 10K and 5K courses (**NOTE - Single lap options do NOT include access to the buffet. You will need to purchase a buffet ticket separately). Youth welcome to participate ages 14 - 17 with special discounting...check it out!!! Only the tough and hardy will beat the odds on our never ending loop of physical and mental challenges!
Registration fees
ALL DAY BUFFET/SPECTATOR - AGE 12 & UP Closed
ACCESS TO ALL DAY BUFFET and INCLUDES T-SHIRT!
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$50.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
ALL DAY BUFFET/SPECTATOR - UNDER 12 Closed
ACCESS TO ALL DAY BUFFET and INCLUDES T-SHIRT!
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$30.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
8 HR. YOUTH WAVE #3 - 7:40AM Closed
YOUTH ONLY 14-17 Y.O. - includes ALL DAY BUFFET
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$100.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
1 LAP - 10K YOUTH - 9:00AM Closed
SINGLE LAP ON 10K COURSE - AGES 14-17 - Does not include buffet
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$65.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
1 LAP - 5K YOUTH - 9:05AM Closed
SINGLE LAP ON 5K COURSE - AGES 14-17 - Does not include buffet
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$65.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
SINGLE PASS BUFFET/SPECTATOR - ALL AGES Closed
1 (SINGLE) PASS THRU BUFFET (Child or Adult)
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$20.00Jan 21 - Feb 3
8 HR. WAVE #1 - 7:30AM Closed
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ELITE HEAT #1 - Includes ALL DAY BUFFET
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$100.00Jan 21 – Feb 14
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$125.00Feb 15 – Sep 1
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$150.00Sep 2 – Dec 6
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$175.00Dec 7 – Feb 3
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8 HR. WAVE #2 - 7:35AM Closed
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ELITE HEAT #2 - includes ALL DAY BUFFET
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$100.00Jan 21 – Feb 14
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$125.00Feb 15 – Sep 1
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$150.00Sep 2 – Dec 6
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$175.00Dec 7 – Feb 3
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8 HR. WAVE #3 - 7:40AM Closed
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OPEN HEAT #3 - includes ALL DAY BUFFET
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$100.00Jan 21 – Feb 14
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$125.00Feb 15 – Sep 1
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$150.00Sep 2 – Dec 6
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$175.00Dec 7 – Feb 3
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8 HR. WAVE #4 - 7:45AM JOURNEYMAN Closed
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JOURNEYMAN / NON-COMPETITIVE DIVISION - includes ALL DAY BUFFET
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$100.00Jan 21 – Feb 14
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$125.00Feb 15 – Sep 1
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$150.00Sep 2 – Dec 6
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$175.00Dec 7 – Feb 3
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1 LAP - 10K OPEN - ADULT - 9:00AM Closed
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SINGLE LAP ON 10K COURSE - Does not include buffet
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ClosedJan 21 – Nov 20
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$85.00Nov 20 – Jan 31
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$100.00Feb 1 – Feb 3
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1 LAP - 5K OPEN - 9:05AM Closed
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SINGLE LAP ON 5K COURSE - Does not include buffet
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ClosedJan 21 – Nov 20
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$85.00Nov 20 – Jan 31
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$100.00Feb 1 – Feb 3
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1 LAP - 10K JOURNEYMAN - 9:00AM Closed
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SINGLE LAP ON 10K COURSE - NO PENALTIES - Does not include buffet
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ClosedJan 21 – Nov 20
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$85.00Nov 20 – Jan 31
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$100.00Feb 1 – Feb 3
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1 LAP - 5K JOURNEYMAN - 9:05AM Closed
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SINGLE LAP ON 5K COURSE - NO PENALITIES - Does not include buffet
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ClosedJan 21 – Nov 20
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$85.00Nov 20 – Jan 31
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$100.00Feb 1 – Feb 3
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What IS this crazy race?!
Join us for 8 hours of obstacle adventure racing in the SNOW sponsored by our favorite footwear company, ICEBUG USA!! Winner of the most laps completed on our INSANE 6+ MILE OBSTACLE COURSE takes home the big prize and bragging rights! Check us out at www.shalehilladventure.com
NEW THIS YEAR - Single 5K and 10K Lap divisions for Open, Masters, Youth (14-17) and Journeyman. PLEASE NOTE that the food buffet is "NOT" included in the price for the single lap options. Please purchase a buffet ticket at check out if you'd like to partake in the buffet.
What if I need a break!?
* Take breaks "between laps" in our enclosed heated SHALE HILL PARTY BARN with ALL DAY food buffet & non-alcoholic beverages included in your race fee for the 8 Hour Divisions ONLY.
* Single lap 5K and 10K options will need to purchase a buffet ticket separately during registration.
On course, there will be 4 bonfires going at all times to give you a moment to warm up right next to the 4 water stations.
EMTs will be available to address any injuries or hypothermic needs throughout the day. The recommendation is to stay well hydrated and nourished throughout the day even though you may not feel thirsty due to the colder temperatures. Cold weather clothing and "at least 3 clothing changes" should be brought with you and ready in your gear box/bag for changes between laps (including dry running shoes). Dry/waterproof gloves, head coverings and footwear is imperitive to avoid frostbite in your extremeties!!!
Divisions and Prizes
** ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A CUSTOM MEDAL & POLAR BEAR T-SHIRT **
>>> ACCESS TO THE ALL DAY FOOD/BEVERAGE BUFFET is INCLUDED IN THE 8 HOUR DIVISION ONLY
>>> BUFFET TICKETS WILL NEED TO PURCHASED BY 5K/10K SINGLE LAP DIVISIONS and spectators
plus..
* INDIVIDUAL "OVERALL" 1ST PLACE (YOUTH, ADULT OR MASTER MALE OR FEMALE) takes home the coveted POLAR BEAR #1 Bib and medal in a custom frame + special prizes from our sponsors!
* INDIVIDUAL ADULT (age 18-49) MEN'S & WOMEN'S DIVISIONS TOP 3 PLACES EARN SPECIAL PRIZE BASKETS full of goodies and SWAG.
* MASTERS DIVISION (age 50+) TOP 3 PLACES EARN SPECIAL PRIZE BASKETS full of goodies and SWAG! This division is for any male/female age 50 & Over. Based on overall entries, this division may be combined.
* YOUTH BOYS & GIRLS DIVISION (age 14-17) TOP 3 PLACES EARN SPECIAL PRIZE BASKETS full of goodies and SWAG! Based on overall entries, this division may be combined.
* TEAM RECOGNITION & PRIZES for the FASTEST "average" laps completed among all members. AND LARGEST TEAM REPRESENTED!
NOTE: EVERYONE IS ENTERED AS AN INDIVIDUAL COMPETITOR IN YOUTH (14-17), ADULT (18-49) OR MASTERS (50+). IF YOU CREATE AND JOIN A TEAM, YOU WILL "ALSO" BE ENTERED IN THE TEAM COMPETITION. NO EXTRA FEES FOR TEAMS:-)
Team Division (min 4 persons)
TEAM DIVISION "FASTEST AVERAGE LAPS" (min. 4 persons) for any male/female combination of team members. The team with the "fastest average" laps completed among all members is the winner of FREE Training Day Passes to a future 2016 visit at Shale Hill Adventure awarded to each team member! Also, valuable coupons will be awarded to team members to our store for great equipment to get you to the next level of your OCR training at www.shalehilladventure.com and www.sinergysports.com
TEAM DIVISION "LARGEST TEAM" represented will receive special recognition and earn valuable discount coupons to use towards merchandise or races in 2016!
DIFFICULTY
* The "Elite & Open Heat Divisions" of this race are NOT for beginners or the average person who has never tried Obstactle Racing before (particulary in winter)! You must be physically fit to participate in this race that will be very challenging with over 60 military type obstacles, hills, shale, ice, possible snow, mud, trail running, uneven ground, walls, hay bales, monkey bars, 11' vertical walls, rope climbs, barbed wire crawls, etc. on EACH lap! The winning contenders of this race will be hard pressed to complete 3 laps (that's nearly 20 miles and over 200 obstacles in an 8 hour period)!!
* JOURNEYMAN DIVISION - JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN & TAKE A LOOP WITHOUT PENALTY AT OUR WORLD FAMOUS SHALE HILL COURSE?? Then sign up for the Journeyman/Non-Competitve Division as an option for athletes who want to take their time and perhaps only complete a lap or two. There will be "no-penalties" awarded for failed obtacles. This is a non-competitive division and your time will not be counted towards final placement for prizes. However, you will receive a medal for completing 1 lap, a FREE t-shirt!
Spectator Pass to Buffet & Party Tent
5K/10K SINGLE LAP DIVISIONS & SPECTATORS who would like unlimited access to the ALL-DAY BUFFET and warm "Party Barn" to support and cheer on their comrades must purchase a BUFFET TIX/SPECTATOR PASS. Space is limited to competitors, volunteers and a limited number of spectators due to occupancy constraints and spectators will be "required" to purchase a spectator pass prior to the event to gain access. Sales end WEDNESDAY, February 3, 2016 at midnight. If you have family, friends, and/or children who would like to see you compete, but are not interested in purchasing a Spectator Pass, they are welcome to dress warm and cheer you on the course outdoors "free of charge." PRE-REGISTER TO SAVE & RESERVE A T-SHIRT available for the ALL-DAY buffet option only!!!
Single pass options for the buffet are available as well. $20 ADULTS & CHILDREN SINGLE PASS PRICE. T-shirts are NOT included in this option for spectators. Breakfast buffet is from 6:30am to 10:30am. Lunch/Dinner buffet is from 10:30am - 3:45pm. You can choose to eat from either setting, but not both for the same single pass through price.
To accomodate spectators that will "not" be purchasing a Spectator Pass, we are within walking distance (less than 1/8 mile) to the center of town. You can drive, or walk, to THE WHEEL INN Restaurant or the BENSON VILLAGE STORE for convenience items, coffee, hot chocolate, HOT food and cozy table-side service. Drive past Shale Hill Adventure Farm (on your left side of Lake Road), continue another 1/8 mile and you are in the middle of Benson with THE WHEEL INN on your right and the BENSON VILLAGE STORE at the intersection!!
Discount Codes do not apply to the Spectator Pass, so we would appreciate if you would save them for your next entry as a competitor :-)
With your purchase of an ALL-DAY BUFFET/SPECTATOR PASS (ONLY IF YOU PREREGISTER), you will also receive a POLAR BEAR T-SHIRT!!! Please select your size during the registration process. Shirts are only available to "pre-registered" spectators. Shale Hill swag will be available for purchase during the event! We have sweatshirts, tech shirts, t-shirts, hats, winter caps, Moxie Gear gaiters, SINERGY SPORTS GEAR and Icebug Footwear!!
No dogs permitted in the gym/buffet area or on the grounds. Sorry, we love dogs, we have a dogs, but for the safety and comfort of all our patrons, we do not allow dogs. IF YOU HAVE A CERTIFIED SERVICE DOG, please let us know ahead of time.
** PLEASE SUPPORT OUR FOOD VENDOR AND SERVICE STAFF by purchasing a Buffet Pass. We will "not" allow outside meals/food brought in from the outside unless you have a food allergy and you have notified us of your concerns.
** VEGETARIAN & limited gluten FREE options will be available on the buffet :-)
EARLY CHECK - IN
CHECK-IN will be available the late afternoon/evening before the POLAR BEAR on Friday, February 5th starting 4pm through 9pm only. If you arrive after 9pm, you will have to check-in the next morning starting at 5:30am, but you will need to park in the general parking area and then carry your gear box to the gym/barn. Gear boxes can be dropped off at the barn during early check-in on Friday pm. PLEASE FOLLOW THE PARKING SIGNS on LAKE ROAD to lead you to the EARLY check-in area. You will have enough time to unload your gear box and then return your car to the parking area in the field below as we have very limited parking available at the registration/party barn area. You can return to the barn to finish signing in and hang out with us to chat and meet your fellow competitors, volunteers and race directors, Jill and Rob!
On Saturday, Feb. 6th, BREAKFAST will start at 6:30am. Post time is promptly at 7:30am for the FIRST Elite Wave, so please allow yourself plenty of time to get dressed, put on your pinny numbers, settle in and time to eat a good breakfast (did we mention we have BACON!!!)! The racers briefing will be at 6:45am in the PARTY BARN. Line-up on the start line for the first heat will be at 7:25am. Departure for the first lap will leave at 7:30am SHARP!! Subsequent waves will depart promptly at the times listed on the schedule.
Briefing for the 5K/10K Single Lap options will begin at 8:30/8:45am!
If you are only planning on doing a lap or two, then PLEASE consider signing up for the 8 Hour Journeyman/Non-Competitive Division. Please keep in mind that you should still attend the competitor's briefing at 6:45am so you don't miss anything in regards to the course! After 7:30am, Rob (Course designer/codirector) starts out on the course following everyone. It will take an average of 2-3 hours to complete 1 lap. So, plan your time accordingly and dress for the current weather conditions!
Would you like to VOLUNTEER?
We are looking for volunteers to help us during the event! We have several openings to help with registration, spotters on course, at the finish line (timers and lap counters), runners, penalty box, and the buffet. Please click the "VOLUNTEER" button on the left side of this page and you will be directed to the duties we are looking to fill. Also, please call or email us at ShaleHillAdventure@aol.com to let us know what your availability is that day.
Volunteers get a buffet pass, and $10 per CREDIT HOUR towards the following: training passes, Shale Hill merchandise, Icebug footwear OR entry credit to a future Shale Hill race in 2016 only!!!
WHAT TO WEAR!!!
A lot of you have asked for advice on what to wear. Below is a list of "suggested" clothing and footwear to make your racing experience as comfortable as possible :-)
Head
* Headband to cover ears or breathable running hat. Bring extras for multiple laps. Small, foldable so that it can fit in your pocket if you overheat.
* Sunscreen or moisturizer to prevent windburn and chaffing on your face & ears. Bees wax type lip balms to keep lips moist.
Body
* Upper body - long sleeve wool synthetic base layers and breathable outerlayers to keep you warm but allow perspiration to evaporate. If you are wet and sweaty and stop or slow down, you will get chilled.
* Lower body - long running tights layered with winter/wind-stop type running pants on top. Many run with tights and long athletic shorts.
* Some people like to wear a thin wet-suit type material that keeps you warm if you happen to get wet from snow, slush/water (i.e. Frogskins from Australia)
Hands, shins & Feet
* Close fitting leather/sythetic gloves with some padding for warmth, but not too bulky. Attach them to your shirt/jacket cuff so you can easily slip them on and off depending on the obstacle where you may need to use your bare hands (i.e. monkey bars, ropes, traverse wall).
* Carry some hand warmers in your pockets to warm your hands up between obstacles.
* Gaiters are suggested to help keep debris/snow/ice from getting in over the top of your shoes or boots. We sell ICEBUG Sock Gaiters and find they work very well any variety of shoe brands.
* Shin Gaiters by MOXIE GEAR (from Australia). These are sythetic, durable sleeve gaiters for your lower calf and shin protection. They fit between the top of the ankle to below your knee. They keep you warm, dry and with the extra padding on the shins they provide excellent protection from superficial injuries sustained on obstacles. MOXIE gaiters are available for sale in our store. Size S, M & L. Limited sizing and shin models available for sale. Otherwise, we can place an order for you :-)
* Footwear - It's no wonder we love ICEBUG FOOTWEAR from Sweden for our course. We put ICEBUG on the North American map for OCR when they were first introduced to us back in 2013!! ICEBUG specializes in carbide studded performance trail running shoes and boots for the OCR and Adventure Racing. ICEBUG is our title sponsor and select models and sizes will be available to demo on the day of the race. If you like them, and we know you will, you can order a pair for the remainder of your OCR season and beyond!! Hands down, this is an Icebug course, and we endorse ICEBUG Footwear for all your Adventure Racing and OCR needs!! Check out www.icebug.com for all the latest models available and order your next pair through Shale Hill for special race participant discounting of 10% :-) Please contact Shale Hill directly at 802-537-3561 to order ahead. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery of footwear not in stock.
Event schedule
- Fri, February 5, 2016 4:00 PM - EARLY CHECK-IN FRIDAY NIGHT 4pm-9pm
- Sat, February 6, 2016 5:30 AM - LATE CHECK-IN 5:30am - 7am
- Sat, February 6, 2016 6:30 AM - ALL-DAY BUFFET OPENS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 6:45 AM - RACER'S BRIEFING
- Sat, February 6, 2016 7:30 AM - WAVE #1: 8 HR. ELITE 8 HR. HEAT A STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 7:35 AM - WAVE #2: 8 HR. ELITE 8 HR. HEAT B STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 7:40 AM - WAVE #3: OPEN & YOUTH 8 HR. HEAT STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 7:45 AM - WAVE #4: JOURNEYMAN 8 HR. STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 9:00 AM - WAVE #5: 1 LAP 10K OPEN/YOUTH/MASTERS/HOURNEYMAN STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 9:05 AM - WAVE #6: 1 LAP 5K OPEN/YOUTH/MASTERS/JOURNEYMAN STARTS
- Sat, February 6, 2016 3:30 PM - 8 HOUR RACE ENDS 3:30PM - 3:35PM - 3:40PM
- Sat, February 6, 2016 4:30 PM - AWARDS CEREMONY AROUND 4:30/5PM
Contact information
- Event contact
- Shale Hill Adventure Farm, LLC - Jill or Rob Butler
- Phone
- +1 802-537-3561
- Website
- Visit website
