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The Transition: AR News & Updates

Friday, August 16, 2024


AR School Set to Launch This Fall

When it comes to adventure racing, adaptability is key. AR School gives you access to world-class training, top competitors, and a community of athletes to help you level up. Progress can be slow—why waste time repeating mistakes or wondering which are the right tactics? AR School offers interactive courses, live streams, and group chats to sharpen the racer’s edge. Whether someone is a new racer overwhelmed by the sport's demands, a seasoned racer ready to level up, or an advocate who loves to see the sport grow, AR School equips racers with the confidence, skills, and community to fuel growth. AR School is launching soon. Join the top competitors and racers across the pack on the waitlist at thearschool.com.


USARA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

A few open spots remain for the championship race in Snowshoe, WV, Sept. 26-28. Register here and find additional information on the USARA Nationals website

There are still TWO opportunities for mixed gender teams to win a FREE ENTRY at a Regional Qualifier.  Check out the USARA calendar for those and other upcoming events.

Volunteers are also needed in a variety of roles and at different times from Wednesday (9/25) through Sunday (9/29), from folding t-shirts to checking in racers to staffing Transition Areas to collecting CPs after the race. 

Volunteers will receive a race shirt, food, training, logistical support, and undying gratitude from race staff and teams.  We also have a limited number of beds available in staff lodging for volunteers coming in from out of town. 

If interested, reach out to Logistics Director Liz at liz@adventureaddictsracing.com.  


USARA National Points Series Rankings

Be sure to check out the rankings page on USARA.com. The rankings are updated as directors submit the race results.


The Gear Shed

A membership to USARA gives members access to the variety of deals available daily on ExpertVoice. Membership pays for itself on any of the deals below!

RunSignup has changed its systems and no longer offer membership cards. A screenshot of the membership will suffice for joining ExpertVoice. Directions are available on our membership page.


News from the Adventure/Endurance World

The 100th Episode of The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast—Episode 100: Grant Killian, Race Director: Untamed New England Adventure Race

Mountain biking program carves new path for persons with disabilities

Do Electric Mountain Bikes Belong on Trails?

This Is How Much the Winning 2024 Olympic Mountain Bikes Cost

Olympic mountain biker Haley Batten talks silver medal performance, training in Bentonville

Bike Check: Christian Bagg's Bowhead RX Adaptive Mountain Bike - 2024 Leadville 100

Obstacle sports part of 2028's Olympic Modern Pentathlon with local support


Upcoming USARA Events

Tracking Links by Adventure Enablers

August

The Hard Fall Adventure Race, VT, Aug 17 *RQ*; TRACKING PAGE

Endeavor Team Challenge, CA, Aug 24; TRACKING PAGE


September

Expedition Oregon - America’s Toughest Race, OR, Sept 6

Shenandoah River Adventure Race, VA, Sept 7

Whistle Pig Adventure Race, MT, Sept 7

Chisholm Trail Adventure Race, TX, Sept 13 *RQ*

VentureQuest, MD, Sept 14

Battle by the Brook, CO, Sept. 21

USARA National Championship, WV, Sept 26-28

October

La Pine Loop 8 Hour Adventure Race, OR, Oct 5

La Pine Loop Family Adventure Race, OR, Oct. 6

Coosa River Challenge, AL, Oct 5

Central Indiana Adventure Race, IN, Oct 12

Fall Foliage Adventure Race, VA, Oct 19 *RQ*

Two Rivers Adventure Race, PA, Oct. 26 *RQ*

November

MAFF Adventure Race, WI, Nov 2

Off Road Rage Adventure Race, MO, Nov 2

December

Gator Waller Adventure Race, FL, Dec 14

Raid the Rock, AR, Dec 21 *RQ*