The Spring Fury is an 8 hour (sprint distance) adventure race that will take place in the Yankee Spring Recreation Area of Middleville, Michigan. The various disciplines required for this race include:
* Canoeing
* Mountain Biking
* Orienteering / Trekking
* Fixed Ropes

There are five different divisions for this race:
* Two person co-ed
* Two person male
* Two person female
* Solo
* Four person coed

The Spring Fury race is considered to be moderately difficult and serves as a great spring tune up for those looking to get ready for the new racing season. It is a perfect race for beginners (as well as other racers of all levels) as it provides excitement and fun in the classic Adventure Racing fashion.

No support crew is needed. Teams will be required to navigate each stage of the race using provided pre-marked topographical maps. Each team will be issued a passport that will be punched at designated control points along the way.

The Spring Fury is put on by Infiterra Sports, who also are behind such other races as March Madness, December Chill and Adventure Rage. The Spring Fury should not be confused with the Spring Fury Elite race, a much more challenging adventure race that caters to elite athletes and takes place the day before this more moderate event. Significant sponsor prizing is awarded for the Spring Fury Elite race, though there will also be some prizing for Sunday's Spring Fury race as well.

Racer Check In Information

The start and finish will take place at the Long Lake Outdoor Center. Maps and directions can be found here.

Trekking / Orienteering

The total trekking will be a minimum of 4 miles - much more depending on the selected route and number of check points achieved. The terrain will vary from trails to dense brush, woodlands and swampy lowlands. Teams will always go through a significant off-trail section where navigation will be tested. Maps will be USGS 1:24000. Maps will be pre-marked with points.

Canoe

Teams will be paddling 4-7 miles depending on their route. Teams are responsible for their own canoes, paddles (standard or kayak), and PFDs. Canoes must be open bowed and have two or more actual seats. Two person teams will paddle in one canoe and four person teams will paddle in two canoes. Solos are allowed to paddle in kayaks. The basic requirements for a kayak is that it be a closed cockpit, not inflatable, and not a sit-on-top. Standard sea kayaks, usually around 12-17 feet, with closed cockpits are fine. Check with race staff to ensure your boat will be accepted. Both kayak and standard canoe paddles are allowed.

Mountain Bike

The mountain bike stage(s) will be 18-25 miles in length. Teams must locate and check in at each of the required checkpoints. The course will include a decent portion of single track with the remaining portion on a mix of dirt and paved roads.

Fixed Ropes

Details to be announced as the race nears. You will not need special certifications or equipment for this section.

Racer Information
Check-In: 5:00am to 6:30am
Race Briefing: 6:45am
Race Start: 8:00am
Race Cutoff: 4:00pm
Post Race Food with Prizes & Giveaways: 15-30 minutes following cutoff.

Event Cost
$75.00 - The cost includes a T-shirt and post-race food. Entry is limited to 175 participants on a first come-first serve basis at each race.