3.5 Days, 300 Miles,
103% Pure West Virginia Adventure

The recent competitor newsletter revealed that the epic proportions of the
upcoming 18th edition of the FIX will likely be compared to those of past Beast
of the East race courses.

***Registration closes next Monday, March 30th. Join us & Experience Adventure!
(Register @ https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=195)***

The full course offering of almost 300 miles will serve up 80,000' of elevation
over the 3 and ½ days - a significant sampling of southern West Virginia's most
rugged, beautiful terrain. Course designer Joy Marr and race director Ronny
Angell are working hard to see that racers are richly rewarded for their efforts
by showcasing the best the area has to offer.

Multiple trekking marathons will be juxtaposed with paddling legs covering over
50 miles of West Virginia water. Some careful preparation will be merited as the
letter also revealed that racers will be navigating Class I-III rapids with
their bikes strapped into the 16' canoes. It's unlikely the recently removed
riverboarding sections will be missed as racers soak in the full vista during
their 200' foot rappel. Fair warning was given about an 80+ mile mountain biking
leg that will encompass 21,000' of elevation gain and loss - and most certainly
breathtaking views and fast descents.

Need an endorphin fix to kick off your adventure racing season? Odyssey can and
will deliver.

From the FIX athletes themselves:

"I am still not sure if you, guys, are still on my Christmas cards list, but I
am really grateful for the experience. It was TRULY OUTSTANDING." - Alexandra,
FIX08

" I cannot say how much our team enjoyed the course, great scenery, pain and
sense of accomplishment. This was a true adventure race and the extended day was
a great addition." - Bryce, FIX08


Read more about the FIX @ http://oarevents.com/events/2008/endorphin_fix.html

Register for the FIX by March 30 @ https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=195

Volunteer Registration is open @
https://www.raceit.com/register/?formid=469&event=195

What could I do as a volunteer?

* interview racers pre- and post- race
* registration set-up & post-race pack-up; finish line food, certificates
* check in racers & their gear at registration
* blog about race stories & updates during live coverage
* take & post photographs, video clips
* check in/out racers at checkpoints on the race course
* assist in whitewater safety on the river(s)
* assist ropes crew at climb site(s)
* help update race times on live leaderboard
* run shout outs from friends & family out to racers on the course
* cheer on racers firsthand!
* learn lots about adventure racing and observe racer secrets
* have a lot of fun w/like-minded folks! - really!
* while car camping on the course or at sheltered headquarters

Feel free to contact volunteer@... w/any questions.