July 21st, 2018 – GBC 2018 Championship
The intent of the Green Beret Challenge is to challenge an individual’s decision making process, integrate that individual into a team setting and provide scenarios in which each team must make sound decisions based on limited information.
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Green Beret Challenge – 2018 Championship Course
GBC is coming to Slab Fork, WV!!
The Green Beret Challenge will host its first independent championship caliber race. The championship takes place in the wild & wonderful West Virginia mountains with cash prizes awarded to the top male/female, completing the most laps in the 12-hour enduro as well as the pro 16k race.
TOP REASONS TO TAKE ON THIS COURSE:
1. Tough challenge to push to you your limits
2. It’s only as competitive as you make it! But, if you want a challenge, take on the World’s Best in the Competitive Wave
3. GBC will be hosting a bad ass post event party, so plan to hang around with us all evening. LIVE MUSIC & DJ Jambo will be playing your favorites while we all enjoy cold adult beverages & catered food throughout the day.
LOCATION
Burning Rock Adventure Park: 171 Burning Rock Dr, Slab Fork, WV 25920
LODGING
The venue and surrounding area offers numerous lodging and camping options. Please call the venue directly to book your lodging. On-site lodging reservations can be made at 304-683-9240.
- General Parking: $10
- Camping will be $20 per tent set up
- RV’s will be $40 per vehicle
- Platform Tents: small $60, large $80
- Glamp: $125 (sleeps 3)
- Rustic Cabins: $140 (sleeps 5)
- The Landing Cabin: $140 (sleeps 4)
- Possums Nest Cottage: $189 (sleeps 8)
- Bunkhouse (coming soon – sleeps 12)
PARKING
$10
COURSE OPTIONS & DETAILS:
The course will be 16 kilometers (10-miles) in length for the pro division & age group competitors and a 16k loop for the enduro athletes. The race route will have a taste of adventure racing, obstacle course racing and our signature endurance challenges. Registration for 2018 is open to everyone. There will not be a mandatory qualification process for this race. The enduro athletes will attack the course at daybreak followed by the pros and the age group competitors.
Aid / Water Stations
During the race, there will be water stations.
RACE SCHEDULE
Athlete Check-In will take place on Friday, July 20th from 10:00pm through 5:00pm. ALL participants are required to check in Friday.
Pricing Structure
TBD
Bag Check
TBD
FINISHERS RECEIVE
All Race finishers will receive finisher shirts and medals.
RULES & REGULATIONS FOR COMPETITION
The GBC Championship course will be comprised of obstacles to conquer as well as several endurance challenges. You must attempt every obstacle. Furthermore, you must complete the obstacle on your own accord without any assistance from a volunteer, fellow competitor or spectator. If you are unable to complete the obstacle, there will be penalty lanes built into the course at specific obstacles. This will allow participants to retain their competitive bands; however, failure to complete an obstacle will affect their time.
For the enduro competitors, there will be a minimum course completion time per loop; however, the lap times may fluctuate throughout the event.
For all athletes, any violation of the course rules will result in your immediate removal from the course and disqualification for podium awards. Always strive to do your best, and your safety is paramount. Enjoy the race course within your ability and comfort level. Race with integrity! Due to the difficulty of this event, all participants must be at least 16 years old to participate, no exceptions.
Award Ceremony
There will be CASH awards for the top male & female overall finisher for both the enduro and pro athletes. There will also be custom awards for the top 3 male/female finishers in the following age group categories:
- 16-20
- 21-30
- 31-40
- 41-50
- 51-60
- 60+
US OCR & OCRWC Qualifying Event
TBD
Spectators
TBD
ARRIVAL
Be Early. Arrive an hour before your start time. This gives you plenty of time to park, pick up your packet, drop your stuff at bag check, find your friends & get warmed up.
WHAT TO BRING
Your ID
Waiver
Barcode (print or save your registration barcode to your phone.
Towel & extra (dry) clothes
Headlamp
Camelback
Energy Gels
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
Outside food and drink (racers, fuel for the race is OK)
Negative Attitude
Pet Friendly
TBD
WHAT TO WEAR
MudRunFinder Gear from SquadLocker
There’s no dress code, but you’ll be running through trails, carrying yokes & dragging sleds.
Our elites recommend: performance gear (NOT COTTON), compression underwear and high socks.
Advice from experience: is to race in what you train in – new shoes on race day are NOT recommended.
PHOTOS
Professional event day photos will be posted on the event page 5-7 days after the event, FREE OF CHARGE!
Official Links
Green Beret Challenge Facebook Page
GBC 2018 Championship Event on Facebook
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