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ARWS AFRICA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
EVENT CALENDER 2022
- Expedition Africa Swellendam - 4/6 February 2022
- Expedition Africa Wakkerstroom - 13/15 May 2022
- Merrell Transkei Tuff - 29/31 July 2022
- Expedition Africa Plettenberg Bay - 26/28 August 2022
- ARWS Africa Regional Championship - Clocolan - 4/6 November 2022
ARWS AFRICA CHAMPIONSHIP LOG
- Mixed teams of 4 is the only category to be eligible to win a free entry to the Regional final and the ARWS World Championships in 2023. (If the winner of the series have already qualified for a free entry for ARWC, the entry do not pass to the second place team)
- All five events counts towards the log.
- Winning team of mixed four at each of the first four events will receive a free entry for the ARWS Africa Regional final in Clocolan.
- If the 1st place team has already won a free entry, the 2nd placed team will receive the free entry for the Regional final.
- Teams may substitute members with a team roster containing a maximum of 7 team members for the year. If team exceeds the 7 team member limit, there lowest event score will be omitted from the total score.
- Log will be updated after each event, see points allocated below.
- All 5 above mentioned events will count towards a teams ARWS Africa Regional rankings.
- All 5 above mentioned events will count towards a teams ARWS World rankings. (multiplied by 0.3).
- ARWS Africa Regional Championship 2022 is a championship event and the points earned at this event will be multiplied by 2
- Expedition Africa 500 km is part of the ARWS Africa region. Points gained at this event will boost a teams Africa Regional rankings (multiplied by 2) but will not count towards the 2022 Regional final or towards gaining the free entry to the ARWS World Championships.
ARWS AFRICA POINTS ALLOCATION
- 1st = 100 points
- 2nd = 85 points
- 3rd =73 points
- 4th = 63 points
- 5th = 55 points
- 6th = 50 points
- 7th = 45 points
- 8th = 40 points
- 9th = 35 points
- 10th = 30 points
- 11th = 28 points
- 12th = 26 points
- 13th = 24 points
- 14th = 22 points
- 15th = 20 points
- 16th = 18 points
- 17th = 16 points
- 18th = 14 points
- 19th = 12 points
- 20 - 24th = 10 points
- 25 - 29th = 9 points
- 30 - 34th = 8 points
- 35 - 39th = 7 points
- 40 - 44th = 6 points
- 45 - 49th = 5 points
- 50-54th = 4 points
- 55 - 59th = 3 points
- 60 - 64th = 2 points
- 65 - and all teams that starts but do not finish = 1 point
FIND A TEAM
If you want to join an existing team, create a new team or need members to fill up your team, contact us at jolene@addicted2adventure.co.za and we will list your contact details below.
ADVENTURE CONCEPT
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What is Adventure Racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=occW94DgWT4&t=17s
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Adventure racing is a multi-discipline endurance sport where competitors compete in teams, navigating from control point to control point in a number of disciplines.
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Disciplines include: mountain biking, trekking, kayaking and orienteering.
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Teams are expected to navigate using a map and landmarks.
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Teams must be able to operate in harsh remote environments in all weather conditions.
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Teams travel throughout the night. They can decide if, when and where to rest.
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The first team to complete the whole course, with all the control points visited will be declared the winner.
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Teams are required to complete the entire distance together (always within hearing and visual distance of each other), helping and assisting each other.
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Teamwork and team dynamics are essential. A detailed understanding of your teammates and of your own capabilities is essential.
VOLUNTEERS
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The best way to be part of the race if you cannot participate yourself is to become a volunteer marshal.
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If you are interested please contact Jolene at jolene@addicted2adventure.co.za
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Volunteers just need to reach the registration venue on their own cost and supply their own food.
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An Expedition hat, accommodation and Sunday breakfast will be provided to all volunteers.
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Come and be part of this adventure.
LOCATION AND ACCOMMODATION
ENTRY FEE AND BANKING DETAILS
RE-SUPPLY BOXES
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One of the unique aspects of this overnight race is that the teams don't need a support crew, the organisers will logistically support the teams.
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Teams will need to plan meticulously all their equipment and sustenance, and then pack them into their re-supply boxes.
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The use of re-supply boxes makes it easier for teams to compete on an even playing field.
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Teams will receive 1 or 2 waterproof re-supply boxes (depending on route) at the start in which to pack gear and food.
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Size of the re-supply box is - 160 liter. (81 cm long * 37 cm wide * 40 cm high).
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Only boxes supplied by the organizers may be used, teams can't use their own re-supply boxes.
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The organizers will move these boxes to various points on the route.
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Boxes will be available at designated transition areas somewhere on route. The position of these transition areas will be indicated in the adventure book.
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Re-supply boxes needs to be secured with cable ties by the teams before being moved by the organisers.
MAPS
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Maps supplied will be 1:50 000 topographical maps.
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Google maps may also be used by organiser.
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Route may be given out as course progresses.
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Waterproofing of maps is essential.
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Stationery materials for preparing route on map are needed. Different coloured pens, sellotape, scissors, etc.
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If the map is lost or damaged it will not be replaced by the organisers.
EQUIPMENT
Click HERE for the list of Compulsory Competitor Equipment (download & save a copy)
COMPETENCY REQUIRED
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At least one member of the team must be capable of navigating by compass and map during the day and night. The team must be able to orientate a map, identify grid references on a map, take a bearing between two points on a map, and understand the impact of magnetic declination.
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The teams must be able to describe what their team would do if it becomes lost.
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At least one member of the team should have experience in basic First Aid.
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All team members must be suitably competent in all disciplines included in the event as specified by the race organizer and be able to complete the event without any assistance from any person other than own team members.
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The following Kayaking Skills must be mastered: managing a capsized craft in deep water; righting and emptying a craft in deep water; getting back in and continuing paddling.
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Swimming 100 m of any stroke.
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There will be no competency checks at registration. By entering this event, teams acknowledge that they are competent in all the skills required to complete an event of this nature.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
- I understand and acknowledge that participating in this event is a dangerous activity. I am aware and understand the activities I will be involved in. I am aware of the hazards involved and acknowledge that there is always risk of injury (including permanent injury, mental injury, paralysis and death). In my judgment I have sufficient competence, knowledge, common sense, experience, survival skills and equipment to participate in all the event activities in a manner safe to myself and others.
- I understand and agree that, in the first instance, I am responsible for the provision of first aid to myself and those around me, I know and accept that rescue by the organisers, or emergency services, may not be possible immediately (e.g.: Night, rain, equipment failure, other rescue etc.)
- If I get to a point in the course that I believe the level of inherent risk is unacceptable for me, and I am not confident in completing it safely, it is my responsibility to take action. I must choose an alternate route, avoid the hazard, or even withdraw from that leg or the race. I accept this self-responsibility.
- Use common sense to “assess” areas for personal safety.
- I and my whole team have read this paragraph, understand it and indemnify the event organiser against all claims.
EVENT RULES & REGULATIONS
Click HERE for the ARWS rules & regulations (download & save a copy)
ECO AWARENESS
Teams are to adhere to the following stipulations at all times:
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All waste is to be carried to the closest transition or checkpoint for disposal.
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Human waste is to be buried between 20 and 25cm below the soil surface.
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Picking of flowers, cutting of walking sticks and/or any damage to the natural vegetation (even though they might appear to be dead) is prohibited.
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The making of fires, whatever the circumstances and no matter how small, are prohibited along the entire route.
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No tree, rock, etc. may be defaced in any manner.
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Be polite and courteous to local inhabitants. Pass quietly through settlements, especially at night.
The transgression of any of the above will render the entire team liable to disqualification.
PRIZES AND AWARDS FOR THIS EVENT
- All adventures will receive a commerative coffee mug.