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MOTHER NATURE STRIKES BACK
With sections of the course closed due to severe flooding caused by Hurricane/Tropical Storm Irene, we were not sure we would be able to use our standard route. Fortunately, NYS DOT did a superb job and completed repairs on the main roads just four days prior to the start, which was well ahead of their announced schedule, and in time for us to use them.
During the race, the damage was obvious and several short sections of the course were restricted to one lane, controlled by a temporary light or flag man. In addition, riders could see homes and businesses that were affected, including some buildings that were completely torn from their foundations.
The damage was not limited to the roads, as several hiking trails in the High Peaks area of the Adirondack Park Preserve were also closed. Some have been reopened, but others remain closed or restricted.
While Irene brought weather and flooding that was somewhat extreme, it is not unusual for weather to play a major role in the Adirondack 540. And when the weather is combined with the relentless terrain, it is no wonder why the Adirondack 540 has been gaining a reputation as one of the toughest ULTRA CYCLING races around.
This year's race was no exception to that rule, and weather did play a major role. Although it was mostly dry, the temperatures were well below normal, and the low on the first night was about 30°. Riding in that type of cold requires 20%-30% more energy then riding in warmer temperatures, and most riders rode at a slower then normal pace and took more frequent breaks.
But the cold was just one obstacle riders had to overcome. Wind was another. On the first day, winds gusted up to 30 MPH and it was blustery on most of the course all day, including a very strong headwind on Hurricane Mountain, which made one of the most difficult climbs even harder.
The wind was not an easy thing to overcome either, as it seemed to come from every direction at the same time, and because of that, riders could not look forward to a tailwind on any particular section of the course. In fact, the wind was so unstable, that at one point the flags at race headquarters were blowing in a different direction then the flags that were just across the street.
All in all, it was another outstanding race, despite the conditions. Or maybe because of the conditions?
Jason Lane from Sudbury, ON, Canada, won the men's Adirondack 540 with a time of 40H:42M; and Cassie Schumacher from Akron, OH won the woman's division with a time of 45H:19M. See below for the complete results.
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ADIRONDACK ULTRA CYCLING GENERAL INFORMATION
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REGISTRATION GUIDELINES:
• ALL RIDERS MUST PRE-REGISTER VIA BIKEREG.
The deadline to register will be approximately 48 hours before the start of the event, unless otherwise stated. Same day and on-site registration is not available.
• SAME DAY REGISTRATION IS NOT AVAILABLE & PARTICIPATION IS LIMITED.
Our events will each have a field limit and once that limit is reached, no further entries will be accepted. Please refer to each event's ride info summary or visit BIKEREG for exact details.
• ALL EVENTS ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE AND ENTRY
FEES ARE NON REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERABLE.
If there is a chance of snow, ice or other dangerous conditions on our winter rides, they will be rescheduled or canceled. If that occurs and a rider can not make the new date, they will be given credit toward another ride.
• MOTORIZED BICYCLES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO E-BIKES
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PEDAL ASSIST BICYCLES, AND PETS ARE PROHIBITED FROM OUR EVENTS.
Riders arriving with a motorized bicycle or pet will not be permitted to participate in our events, will be asked to leave immediately, and no refund or credit will be issued.
- The SHOP will be open before and after our events, in case anyone needs anything or forgot something, and if you would like us to service your bike for any of our events, CONTACT US to set up an appointment. We can usually accommodate riders on short notice, but a week's time frame is best.
- Rider's times are recorded "door to door," with all rest breaks, rest stops, mechanical stops, delays, etc., included in your official finish time. The official event clock begins at the advertised start time, whether or not you are actually riding, and all finishing times are recorded when you check in with the official time keeper. If a rider dawdles at their car or changes or packs up before checking in, their time will reflect that, just as if you took a break in the middle of the ride.
- ALL BICYCLES USED IN OUR EVENTS MUST BE POWERED SOLELY BY HUMAN FORCE.
Motorized bicycles of any kind, including, but not limited to: e-bikes and pedal assist bicycles, are prohibited from our events. Riders arriving with a motorized bicycle will not be permitted to participate in the event, regardless of whether the motor is on or off or will/will not be used, and no refund will be issued.
- PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT ANY OF OUR EVENTS.
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includes those brought by riders, crews, friends, family, etc., regardless of whether they are leashed, carried in a bag or kennel, or kept in a car. Anyone arriving with a pet will be asked to leave and the associated rider may be disqualified, given a time penalty, and/or not permitted to participate in the event and no refund will be issued. Service animals as defined by Titles II and III of the ADA will be permitted in areas of our events where the general public is allowed. All service animals must comply with ADA requirements for handler's responsibilities and please be prepared to show your certification documentation. Please note that emotional support animals, comfort animals, therapy animals, etc., are not considered service animals under Titles II and III of the ADA and are not permitted at our events.
- Helmets must be worn at all times while cycling.
- All traffic laws, signals, signs, devices, etc., must be obeyed at all times.
- All turns, stops, slow downs, etc., must be signaled and/or called out to other riders and other traffic.
- Always ride with traffic, ride defensively, be aware of your surroundings, watch out for other traffic and never assume another vehicle will stop or yield.
- Riders must get completely off the road when stopped.
- Ride no more then 2 abreast and only when traffic permits. Single up when traffic approaches from the rear.
- Keep as far to the right as safety permits and if there is a rideable shoulder you must use it.
- Most of our routes are unmarked. Be prepared to navigate on your own and follow a cue sheet and/or GPS device. If relying on an electronic device for navigation, please make sure you have enough battery power for the entire ride, and be aware that in cold conditions and areas where there is low reception, batteries may drain at a much faster rate.
- Most of our events are unsupported on the road, but we'll have pocket food at the start, as well as emergency sag, if necessary. on the road, but snacks and pocket food will be provided at the start and emergency sag, if necessary. To help you prepare, we've created a rider checklist. To view it, CLICK HERE. Be prepared to be self sufficient on the road, and/or use convenience stores to resupply.
- Sanctioned events will have other rules and regulations specific to their governing organization. Please refer to each event's page for exact details.
- Drug testing using WADA guidelines may be performed on any entrant up to 30 days before or after an event. In addition, any rider under suspension by any sports governing body is prohibited from entering our events.
PRIVACY STATEMENT: We do not share your personal information with any other person, club, event, business, organization, etc., without your consent, except as required to submit official results to sanctioning organizations.
If you have any questions, feel free to CONTACT US.
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