EVENTS

All athletes are responsible for picking up their own race packets at the venue prior to the start of their race(s).  Additionally, please note the following:

• Individuals may not pick up participant packets on behalf of others.
• You must have a Photo ID with you to check in and pick up your race packet.
• Waivers must be signed online or at Athlete Check-In & Registration.
• Race day Athlete Check-In & Registration is available for all events.  However, athletes are strongly encouraged to collect their packets the preceding days to avoid missing their designated start time. No athletes will be permitted to start the race without collecting their packets.

All athletes start in a wave designated by the division in which they are registered and are required to start in that designated wave.  Athletes are not permitted to start in any other wave under any circumstances.  Athletes found to be in violation of this protocol will be disqualified from competition.  In addition, please note the following:

• Athletes will receive their race day timing chip, and bib prior to the event at Athlete Check In. These are required to start the event. Under no circumstances will athletes be permitted to start the event without their obstacle completion timing chip and bib.
• Athletes must report to the start line ten (10) minutes before their assigned start time.
• The starting time for all athletes in a particular wave will be the “gun time” (i.e. if a wave starts at 9:35AM, each athlete in that wave is assigned the same starting time).

• Bag Check is available for all races and is free.
• At race completion, your race number will be used to verify your bag when you pick it up.
• Valuable items should not be checked.
• Event staff is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen items.

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Spectators are free and encouraged. They must cheer loudly for their favorite athlete.

The safety of all athletes, spectators, and staff is paramount. In the event of an emergency, all parties should follow the explicit instruction of event staff.  Athletes that assist in an emergency may be permitted to begin the race again at the sole discretion of race officials.

The race will be held rain or shine.

Race events will be suspended if lightning is estimated to be within 10 miles of event.  Events will not resume until the lightning is 10 miles away from the event area. Weather can be unpredictable.  As with all outdoor events, athletes should come prepared to compete in any conditions.

There will be a designated aid station should athletes need them.  Water and nutritional supplements will be available at the aid station. We encourage you to not underestimate your energy expenditure on the course.  If you feel you may need energy bars/gels, or other nutritional supplements, you are encouraged to bring them with you.

Each Athlete who successfully completes the obstacle course will be given an award print out with their time.

• The Team with the BEST combined time will receive a Trophy that will remain with that team until the trophy is put up for grabs at the next years event.
• The wining Team will receive A FREE entry for the next years event.

• Athletes must be at least 18 (eighteen) years of age on the day of the event.
• Athletes must adhere to all rules set forth by race administrators and officials, and are solely responsible for rule knowledge, understanding and adherence.
• Athletes are responsible for their own safety and must not attempt any obstacle that they are not comfortable in doing so.
• Athletes must always conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner towards fellow competitors, spectators, race staff, volunteers, and officials.

The Supreme Soldier’s Training Compound utilizes a comprehensive timing system to track athletes’ performance. As such, all athletes are required to adhere to the following guidelines:

• All athletes are required to start in their assigned wave, specific to their division and/or age group. Athletes are not permitted to start in any other wave under any circumstances. Athletes found to be in violation of this protocol will be disqualified from competition.
• Athletes will receive their race day timing chip, obstacle completion bib prior to the event at Athlete Check In. These are required to start the event.
• As with all premier endurance races, the starting time for all athletes in a specific wave will be the “gun time” (i.e., if a wave starts at 11:15, each athlete in that wave is assigned the same starting time).

The race takes place over rugged terrain that features both natural and man-made obstacles. Athletes should note the following universal rules. These apply in all instances unless noted in the obstacle specific rules.

• Staying On-Course – It is the responsibility of all athletes to stay on-course and within the boundaries and markings set by race officials. Any athlete who gains an advantage by leaving or circumventing the course, whether intentionally or unintentionally, will be disqualified from competition.
• Athletes On-Course Pre/Post Race – Apart from specific areas designated by race officials, athletes are not permitted on the course, including any and all course obstacles, at any time other than when racing. Any athlete found on the course without prior approval from an official will be immediately disqualified from the competition.
• Course Alterations – Athletes are not permitted to modify the course markings or obstacles or at any time.
• Bypassing Obstacles – Completion of all obstacles is mandatory to be eligible for podium spots and race officials reserve the right to disqualify any athlete deemed to have avoided any obstacle(s) intentionally. There are no alternatives to obstacles such as burpees, push-ups, penalty loops or other physical penalties.
• Obstacle Failure (Initial) – In the event an athlete fails an obstacle, he/she will be permitted additional 2 attempts.
• Obstacle Failure (Final) – In the event an athlete is ultimately unable to complete an obstacle, he/she must surrender their obstacle completion Timing chip to a race official. Athletes losing their chip will still be allowed to continue racing and are considered finishers with a finishing time but are not eligible for podium placement prizes/awards and will be designated as Did Not Complete (DNC) in post-race results.
• Completion Bells – All obstacle completion bells must be struck only by hand.
• Blocking – At no time are athletes allowed to block or intentionally impede the progress of another athlete. Athletes found to be excessively infringing on another athlete’s ability to progress may be subject to disqualification by race officials.
• Forward Progress – Athletes are required to maintain forward progress on all obstacles and throughout the course and every effort must be made to not obstruct a fellow competitor. If an athlete is no longer making forward progress, the official, at his/her discretion, will provide a warning for the athlete to begin making forward progress. Failure to make forward progress may result in obstacle failure, requiring an obstacle restart/retry.
• Outside Help – During the race, except for medical emergencies, athletes may not receive outside assistance (including receiving nutrition or equipment from any other source other than a fellow competitor who is currently racing on the course). This does not include verbal instruction or support from coaches or supporters.
• Obstacle Help – Athletes may not receive any physical help completing any obstacle from fellow athletes.
• Ground Contact – No part of an athlete’s body may touch the ground while traversing through an obstacle that requires movement through hanging elements.
• Frame Contact – For obstacles that require athletes to move through, around, over or under an obstacle’s frame (e.g. scaffolding or rig beams) athletes may not use the frame for assistance in completing the obstacle. Incidental contact is permitted.
• Bypassing Obstacle Elements – There is no requirement to touch the first or last hanging elements on any rig. Athletes are permitted to bypass hanging elements as long as they strike the bell.
• Obstacle Completion – Athletes complete an obstacle by touching a completion bell, successfully landing on a designated surface (platform, bar, etc.), landing beyond an indicator such as a marked line, or by passing the structural end of that obstacle.
• Single Lane – On rig-type obstacles, athletes must stay in one lane and only use the elements of the lane they began in. Crossing over to or touching elements from any other lanes is prohibited.

Athletes are provided with a Chrono Track-style timing chip which is required to be worn on their ankle. Athletes are required to display this timing chip to gain entry to the start corral. Under no circumstances will an athlete be permitted to wear this timing chip elsewhere on the body or start their race without it.

Upon finishing the race, athletes who successfully complete all obstacles are required to confirm their completion results through the following steps:

• Immediately upon crossing the finish line, athletes who have completed all obstacles and retained their intact obstacle completion timing chip must enter a clearly marked “CHIP REMOVAL” zone as directed by signage and race officials.
• Athlete timing chip will then be removed by an official and athletes.

Athletes are encouraged to express their individuality, sports team, state or nation apparel while being appropriately dressed for an endurance racing event. Please note the following:

• Glasses are allowed but discouraged for safety reasons.
• Beyond shoes and gloves or protective gear (e.g. elbow pads, compression sleeves, buffs or knee pads), clothing/personal equipment may not be used to assist in the completion of an obstacle and all equipment must be used for its intended manufacturer’s intention. Hand or feet grip aids such as pine tar, liquid chalk, metal studded shoes, metal spiked footwear or equivalent are strictly prohibited.
• Alcohol, weapons, knives, firearms, explosives, glass bottles, and other dangerous objects are not permitted on the course.
• All athletes must exit the course with all items they brought on the course unless they have been properly disposed of in receptacles on the race course. Littering during the race may result in disqualification from competition.

We are committed to leaving our venue litter free.  Any items you deem necessary to take with you at the start of the race, must be discarded appropriately in trash bins located at aid stations throughout the race or carried out with you at the end of the race.  These items might include, but are not limited to, clothing, nutrition packaging, hydration packaging, etc. Any athlete found in violation may be disqualified by race officials.

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