Overview
- Storm is open to teams of 2 or 4, and features biking, trekking and paddling stages. The layout of the racecourse and the order of disciplines is typically not revealed until Race Day.
- Teams must complete each of the race sections as a team (ie. not relay-style), and must remain together as a team at all times during the race.
- Each racecourse will be made up of both marked and unmarked sections, connected by a series of checkpoints through which racers must pass en route to the Finish Line. Each team is issued a set of colour maps and a list of written instructions indicating the locations of the checkpoints.
- Teams complete the paddling section(s) in canoes only. Tandem kayaks or stand-up paddleboards are not permitted. Teams may only paddle with two people per canoe (exceptions are made for Family Teams of 4).
- Each team is issued an electronic timing card and a passport which is to be carried throughout the race to record information at each of the checkpoints they pass through.
- All teams are responsible for carrying a list of mandatory gear items throughout the race (see “What You Need” below).
- Teams compete only against others in their chosen race division. Awards will be presented for each category:
Open Teams of Two
Team of 2 - Male Team of 2 - Female Team of 2 - Coed |
Open Teams of Four
Team of 4 - Male Team of 4 - Female Team of 4 - Coed |
Masters Teams of Two
Team of 2 - Male Team of 2 - Female Team of 2 - Coed |
Masters Teams of Four
Team of 4 - Male Team of 4 - Female Team of 4 - Coed |
Race Rules
- The fundamental rule of Storm is that team members be within 100m (and in visible sight) of each other at all times. Teams caught breaking this rule will be penalized or even disqualified.
- If a team member cannot continue the race for any reason, then their teammates must stay with that person until Race Management is informed. Teams may continue (unranked) if a team member withdraws, but only once that team member has been safely removed from the course.
- Course checkpoints must be completed in the order they are assigned.
- All racers must race with a list of mandatory team and individual gear requirements. Time penalties will be applied if a team is found to be without a mandatory gear item.
- Racers must wear their bike helmets at all times while traveling by bike, and their PFD's at all times during water travel. Racers found not wearing their required gear will be disqualified.
- Teams paddle in canoes only (tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are not permitted), and may not paddle with more than 2 people in a canoe. Use of kayak paddles in canoes is allowed.
- All racers must have their race bib visible at all times during the race, and must affix their race number to the front of their bikes with the plates provided.
- Each team must check in with race officials at each of the staffed checkpoints, and are solely responsible for ensuring that they have been checked through by checkpoint staff. Not being accounted for at any of the staffed checkpoints will result in an automatic "NOR" ranking.
- For safety and/or logistics reasons, certain areas of the racecourse will be declared “out-of-bounds”. Any team found in these areas will be immediately disqualified.
- Cut-off times may be imposed at certain checkpoints. Teams that arrive at such checkpoints after the designated cut-off time will be directed to the Finish Line.
- Racers are entirely self-sufficient while on the course (no outside support crews are allowed).
- Use of map-based GPS on the racecourse is not permitted. However, GPS watches used for the purpose of recording data for post-race download may be worn.
Other Rules
- Members of a team may be changed, but only if notification is given prior to Race Day.
- All racers must check in prior to the start of the race, and must sign a race waiver. Any participants who are under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present when signing these waivers.
- Racers under 18 years of age must be on a team that includes at least one adult.
How it Works
- A confirmation of each team registration will be sent via email. Be sure to contact us if you have not received confirmation within 10 days of submitting your registration form.
- Racer information packages with all of the details on the host site location, Race Day itinerary, course notes and a directory of canoe rental options, are available under "Race Day Info" on each of the course pages:
What You Need
- See Section 6 of the racer packages linked above to view the gear list which outlines all of the items which each team must carry with them throughout the race
- Please note that food & water is not provided on the racecourse - racers are to be self-sufficient throughout.
- Basic “needs” for all racers include an off-road bike and certified bike helmet, a Coast Guard or Department of Transportation approved PFD, good trail shoes, suitable clothing, enough food and water to sustain you for the duration of the race, and lots and lots of energy!
- Teams may either supply their own canoes or have rental boats reserved at the race site. Rentals must be included with your race registration.
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