“Hike” 3-5 Hour Course
Sunday May 16, 2010


The original “my first” adventure event! Storm Racing has been offering introductory-level adventure races since 2002, and we know what it takes to make the formula work. Take a highly-organized race staff team, a friendly and supportive crew of volunteers, and the unparalleled sense of racer camaraderie generated at each event, and you have what is easily the most achievable and enjoyable multi-sport challenge in Ontario!

Our short-course event is specifically designed to create a fun day of off-road racing suitable for a wide range of fitness and ability levels. Racers will be faced with scenic flatwater paddling sections; non-technical mountain biking on backroad routes; and beautiful forest runs through well-maintained trail networks. Finish times for all teams will range anywhere between three to five hours.

This year's race features the return of one of our favourite host regions; a fantastic resort venue with on-site accommodation options; as well as tons of great prizing for top finishers! Solo racers and teams of 2 or 4 will travel point-to-point through a series of "checkpoint" stations, across a clearly-defined racecourse that features both marked and semi-marked sections. Complete details are provided in the racer information package below.


Date: Sunday, May 16, 2010
Location: Golden Beach Resort (Rice Lake, Kawartha Region)
Race Start: 11:00am
Format: 3-5 hours through mountain biking, trail running & paddling stages
Roughly 35km in total distance
Marked race routes, combined with unmarked sections
Distances: Mountain Bike 22km
Trail Run 5km
Paddle 9km

*Note - race distances shown above reflect the total length of each discipline. These disciplines may be broken up into multiple stages, and they will not necessarily occur in the order shown here.
Categories: Solo, solo masters, teams of 2, teams of 4
All-male, all-female and coed team divisions
Entry Fee:
(per person)

Early Entry Offer - $80! (until February 15)
Regular Entry - $90 (Feb 16- April 16)
Late Entry - $100 (April 17 - May 11)

*Race souvenirs for the first 400 racers only- click here for a sample

Who's Racing: Click here for the registered racer list
Local Weather: Click here for the Weather Network forecast.
Accommodations: Click here for rates and accommodations info at Golden Beach Resort.
General Race Info: Click here for general race details.
First-time racer?: Click here for some helpful tips.
Complete Race Info: Click here for the racer information package

Canoe Rentals (SOLD OUT!)

Racers are provided the option of including canoe rental bookings with their race registration. For a $45 additional fee, Storm Racing will arrange for your canoe delivery to and from the race site, including paddles and all required safety gear (not including PFD's). All canoes are lightweight kevlar of similar make and model, but numbers are limited - be sure to book early! Canoe reservations can be included with your race registration, or by contacting Storm Racing at 905-580-2767, or by email at info@stormevents.ca

Notes on Canoe Rentals:
  • Maximum 2 racers per canoe.
  • Rentals do not include PFD's. You are required to bring a Coast Guard or Department of Transportation approved PFD for each member on your team.
  • Paddles, throw lines and bailers will be included with your rental. You may bring your own paddles if you choose.
  • Canoe rental bookings will not be available after Tuesday May 11.

Kayak Rentals

Please note that our rental program is not available to solo racers seeking kayaks. A list of self-serve kayak rental options is provided in the racer information package above.

Race Partners

Hark Events
Highlands Wilderness Training Institute
Golden Beach Resort
Orienteering Ontario


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