Race Overview
BendRacing's Spring Sting Technical Endurance is BACK! This rugged, technical, and beautiful race has been a staple of Central Oregon racers for nearly ten years. No paddling - so don’t worry about getting cold! And little to no ropes, which makes this a perfect warm up racers for veteran Adventure Racers and a perfect beginner course for those who are just getting started! We promise you’ll have plenty of awesome terrain to run and bike on! One of the most stunning “short” races in the world - the terrain you’ll be playing on is 100% spectacular ALL the time. Suitable for all levels with basic MTB and off-trail trekking skills. Ropes (if there are any) are optional.
Disciplines with difficulty ratings:
MTB: 5/10
Trek: 7/10
Paddle: NA
Navigation: 4/10
Endurance: 5/10
Mandatory Gear: (https://www.bendracing.com/mandatory-gear) Standard, No paddle gear, ropes or headlamps required.
Estimated time for winners: 4.5 hours
Course open: 8 hours
Team Formats: 1,2,3,4 person. 3 or 4 person co-ed is premiere category for USARA rankings
Prizes: Sponsor gear
Entry Fee: $ 70 pp* (includes maps, racer swag, and an AMAZING course!)
Note, we will be ending at the Faith Hope and Charity Winery - bring some $$ for wood fired pizza and wine!
If this is your first adventure race and you are looking for racers go to our teammate finder.
If you are wondering what the heck an adventure race is, check out this video:
We find watching this short video answers a lot of questions.
For a mandatory gear list head here.
If you have any questions reach out at bendracingor@gmail.com
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Event's current local time: 8:36 PM PT