I did the Northern California one this year. It epic fun. It was a great tromp through a ski resort. I went with 20 or so friends and made a day of it.
Unless you go out in the first heat it is not a race. Many of the trails are single track and many of 'tasks' get backed up. So, I would treat it as another training day. Frankly, it was fun watching a bunch of middle agers (ie. us) keep up with the cross fitters. The environment is fun and compeditors are helping each other through the tasks. Took about three hours.
Couple of thoughts. The course has water--but I brought my hydration belt with me. Also, about 5 or 6 miles in I got cramps--there is very little (if any) drinks/food on the course. I should have brought endurlyte or a sports drink. Go with friends--it might slow you down, but you'll have a lot more fun.
My biggest mistake was not completely diving into the mud!
I would do it again in a minute. If you have any additional questions, feel free shoot me an email.
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Unless you go out in the first heat it is not a race. Many of the trails are single track and many of 'tasks' get backed up. So, I would treat it as another training day. Frankly, it was fun watching a bunch of middle agers (ie. us) keep up with the cross fitters. The environment is fun and compeditors are helping each other through the tasks. Took about three hours.
Couple of thoughts. The course has water--but I brought my hydration belt with me. Also, about 5 or 6 miles in I got cramps--there is very little (if any) drinks/food on the course. I should have brought endurlyte or a sports drink. Go with friends--it might slow you down, but you'll have a lot more fun.
My biggest mistake was not completely diving into the mud!
I would do it again in a minute. If you have any additional questions, feel free shoot me an email.
Thanks!! That was exactly the info I was looking for. I have already been recruiting friends to go!!