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Event Description
In our third year, we have redesigned this course for our best year yet! Enjoy World Class Guided Whitewater as you navigate through the canyon walls of the New River Gorge National Park! Enjoy Scenic Views, Fun Single-Track, and challenging o-courses!
Earn USARA Points in the sanctioned race towards National Rankings!!!
New River Rush
15 Hour Adventure Race
May 15, 2026 | New River Gorge National Park
Location: ACE Adventure Resort, Minden, WV
USARA Race Series
Guided Whitewater | Mountain Bike | Trek
What You Receive
World Class Whitewater
Quality Single-Track MTB
Rugged Rogain Trek
Natural Beauty of the National Park!
GPS Tracking & Epunch Scoring
Post Race Meals, Swag, Medals, Plaques
USARA Points
Free Rappel Clinic!!!
Friday Before Early Packet Pick-Up
Real Cliffs
Professional Instruction
Whitewater Kayak Clinic
Elevate your skills starting with basic stillwater through navigating Class III over the course of the clinic.
Sunday After the Race
~175 per person
Course Overview
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Paddle - 1.5-3 Hours of World Class Whitewater, Professionally Guided
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Bike - ~30 miles of biking on a variety of Single-Track, Double-Track, Gravel, and Paved Terrain.
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Trek - 5-15 miles (minimum and maximum distances total) across two legs. The terrain will involve trail and off-trail movement with elevation drop/gain and route choices. Cliffbands, waterfalls, and other features will be highlighted for those completing the entire course.
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Note: We have three course designs with the National Park (Fair Weather, Poor Weather, Severe Weather). Decisions will be made 48 hours in advance based on conditions onto which course will be implemented for the race. All courses will feature phenomenal whitewater and a fun/engaging course design!
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Logistics Summary
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You will only have 1 x small dry bag per person on the paddle section. All Mandatory Gear will be transported to the paddle pull-out including your race backpacks.
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Must use outfitter PFD and Helmets; Cannot bring your own.
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27 Gallon Tote will be used to transport race packs, gear, and dry/wet clothes. (1 x Team)
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Bike Drop at a location TBD.
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1-2 TAs will be co-located with open restaurants.
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You will have access to hot showers and changing rooms after the race.
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Hot Meal Post Race at The Lost Paddle provided by the race organization.
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You may purchase alcohol from the bar if you choose on your own.
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Key Drop Available at Morning Pre-Race Check-In
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Mandatory Gear Individual
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Appropriate Clothing for the Race and Weather. (See Suggested Items Below)
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Logistical support will provide the ability for your to have a change of clothes after the paddle section.
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Small dry-bag for Paddle similar to this style: Dry Bag
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Water and Food for the race.
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For the whitewater paddle. You will store small snacks and water in the dry bag.
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Emergency blanket
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Whistle
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Bike helmet
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Bike Lights Front & Rear
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Mountain Bike
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Mandatory Gear Team
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First aid kit
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Cell Phone Fully Charged
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1 x 27 Gallon Tote
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GPS Tracker -Provided by Race Organization
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Maps- Provided by Race Organization
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Rules of Travel- Provided by Race Organization
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Epunch Thumbstick - Provided by Race Organization
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Cell Phone Fully Charged
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Suggested Items
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Hats, Gloves, Thermal Layer, Rain Jacket, Rain Pants.
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Small Backpack or Large Running Vest
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Electrolytes
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Water Bottles, Camelback, etc.
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Post-Race Change of Dry Clothes, Jacket, Shower Supplies (Store in your vehicle).
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Contact Form
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Event Location
ACE Adventure Resort & New River Gorge National Park
1 Concho Rd.
Oak Hill, WV 25901 US
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