1. It is a huge privilege to be able to use these trails that normally are reserved for snowmobiles and dogsleds. We must not abuse it! Snowmobiles and dogsleds ALWAYS have the right-of-way. Ride, run, or ski on the right hand side of the trail. Please pull off the trail whenever snowmobiles or dogsleds approach from the front or rear. Snowmobiles are much quieter than they used to be. Racers and tourers must listen for oncoming traffic at all times which means no music in your ears! If you need to stop to eat, please move off the trail. This is not just about being good trail stewards--your life depends on it--snowmobiles are fast and heavy. Be extra cautious around corners and on hills. Your safety is in your own hands.
2. Don't litter. Pack it in, pack it out. Don't cache supplies along the trail.
3. Be friendly. Have fun. Enjoy the scenery. Don't take things too seriously. Wave to snowmobilers, dogsledders and other participants. Spread good cheer. Be thankful that all these different trail users are getting along so nicely.
4. There are no awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.
5. You must be completely self-sufficient. You must carry enough food and fluids with you for the entire distance. We will have a volunteer on a snowmobile patrolling the course but it may be a long time between when you need help and they reach you.
6. No outside help except other racers/tourers and volunteers. A buddy system with another racer/tourer is encouraged but please do not have non-registered participants travel along with you or meet you at checkpoints. If you do run into difficulties, then of course, please accept help from whatever source...just please notify us when you check in at the finish line.
7. You must check in at all 3 checkpoints and give the volunteer your name. This is very important. If you do not, you will be considered DNF.
8. Mandatory gear for all participants. Solo and relay team members must carry the entire distance:
- flashing lights, front and rear, to be worn on your body, bike, pack or sled.
- some form of reflective or brightly colored clothes.
- insulated water bottle full of hot liquid (refill at all 3 checkpoints - they will have warm water and gatorade)
- minimum 500 grams of high calorie food that stays edible when frozen (250 grams per relay team member)
- spare insulated jacket (an extra one that won't be worn while racing)
- extra pair of gloves/mitts and socks
- a printed copy of the map
9. Recommended gear:
- cell phone (coverage is fairly good)
- chemical hand warmers
- a spare base layer
10. Weather: Race organizers have the right to shorten, modify, or cancel the event. A decision will attempt to be made as early as possible but essentially, it is each participant's decision to race or not to race. As a general guideline, a forecast near -40 (with or without windchill) will cause the race to be cancelled. Over the last 15 years, temperatures at the end of February have ranged from a low of -35 to a high of +1. Dress accordingly.
11. Time cut offs: You will have 7 hours to reach the turn-around point. If you do not make the cut-off time, you will be transported back to the start/finish line by a volunteer.
12. If you reach the turn-around point within the time allowed but are doubtful about your prospects of being able to complete the entire distance, please have the presence of mind to stop here and take a ride back. It is much easier to transport you back to your vehicle from the turn-around point than on the trail in the middle of nowhere.
13. The trail crosses highway 264 twice. The first time is at km 6, near LT's, and again on the way back at km 58. These are the only times you are allowed on the highway. Between kilometers 2 and 9, the trail is in the ditch along highway 264 and highway 2. You must stay on the trail. Any racer who travels on the highway, rather than the trail, will be disqualified.
14. For insurance purposes, if you are cycling, you must wear a helmet.
2. Don't litter. Pack it in, pack it out. Don't cache supplies along the trail.
3. Be friendly. Have fun. Enjoy the scenery. Don't take things too seriously. Wave to snowmobilers, dogsledders and other participants. Spread good cheer. Be thankful that all these different trail users are getting along so nicely.
4. There are no awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.
5. You must be completely self-sufficient. You must carry enough food and fluids with you for the entire distance. We will have a volunteer on a snowmobile patrolling the course but it may be a long time between when you need help and they reach you.
6. No outside help except other racers/tourers and volunteers. A buddy system with another racer/tourer is encouraged but please do not have non-registered participants travel along with you or meet you at checkpoints. If you do run into difficulties, then of course, please accept help from whatever source...just please notify us when you check in at the finish line.
7. You must check in at all 3 checkpoints and give the volunteer your name. This is very important. If you do not, you will be considered DNF.
8. Mandatory gear for all participants. Solo and relay team members must carry the entire distance:
- flashing lights, front and rear, to be worn on your body, bike, pack or sled.
- some form of reflective or brightly colored clothes.
- insulated water bottle full of hot liquid (refill at all 3 checkpoints - they will have warm water and gatorade)
- minimum 500 grams of high calorie food that stays edible when frozen (250 grams per relay team member)
- spare insulated jacket (an extra one that won't be worn while racing)
- extra pair of gloves/mitts and socks
- a printed copy of the map
9. Recommended gear:
- cell phone (coverage is fairly good)
- chemical hand warmers
- a spare base layer
10. Weather: Race organizers have the right to shorten, modify, or cancel the event. A decision will attempt to be made as early as possible but essentially, it is each participant's decision to race or not to race. As a general guideline, a forecast near -40 (with or without windchill) will cause the race to be cancelled. Over the last 15 years, temperatures at the end of February have ranged from a low of -35 to a high of +1. Dress accordingly.
11. Time cut offs: You will have 7 hours to reach the turn-around point. If you do not make the cut-off time, you will be transported back to the start/finish line by a volunteer.
12. If you reach the turn-around point within the time allowed but are doubtful about your prospects of being able to complete the entire distance, please have the presence of mind to stop here and take a ride back. It is much easier to transport you back to your vehicle from the turn-around point than on the trail in the middle of nowhere.
13. The trail crosses highway 264 twice. The first time is at km 6, near LT's, and again on the way back at km 58. These are the only times you are allowed on the highway. Between kilometers 2 and 9, the trail is in the ditch along highway 264 and highway 2. You must stay on the trail. Any racer who travels on the highway, rather than the trail, will be disqualified.
14. For insurance purposes, if you are cycling, you must wear a helmet.