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Launch at the DNR landing (Irrigation Ditch), 2 miles north of Langlade on Hwy 55.
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Follow the wood chip path from the parking lot to the dock (river left, ~50 yards downstream).
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Line up in water by start time: first 10–15 boats in water, next 20 along the trail.
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Start on time: late racers are disqualified.
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Safety boaters are positioned along the river, but you are ultimately responsible for your own safety. If another racer requests help, assist if able.
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Located river right, downstream from Hwy 64 bridge.
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Volunteers will direct you to the landing.
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Exit the boat, carry it across the painted line, and then your boat will be moved to storage.
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Helmets are mandatory for the bike portion; E-bikes not allowed.
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xits ranger station parking lot → east on Hwy 64 → cross Hwy 55 → enter Chequamegon National Forest two-track trails (~2 miles east of Langlade).
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Course marked with colored flagging tape and yellow caution tape.
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Follow caution signs at road crossings; stay in control and respect other racers.
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Nicolet Roche Trail System: more technical, rocky, tight corners. Dismount if needed, yield to other riders, and keep off main trail while walking.
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When overtaking, announce your intentions and pass only where safe.
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If being overtaken, move to a safe spot or edge of trail to allow others to pass.
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“Read the trail ahead” to avoid sudden braking and preserve trail conditions.
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Bike course exits Chequamegon Forest → Alft Road → Hwy 55 → Gardner Dam Rd → shooting range (bike-run transition).
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Enter chute under control; volunteers will move your bike to storage—thank them!
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If You Can’t Finish ⚠️, notify a volunteer or race official with your name and bib number to ensure all racers are accounted for.
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Starts at south end of shooting range beyond bike-run transition.
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Cross timing mat → run toward river → across downstream suspension bridge.
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Follow flagged course past Hansen’s Rapids → loop back → climb Watertower Hill.
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Wade river upstream of north bridge; volunteers and flags guide you.
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Caution: slippery rocks; watch your footing and surroundings.
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Complete the parade lap → enter finish chute calmly (do not sprint).