FAQS

1. Can ECO Adventures find me a teammate?
    What we can do is put your name and contact details on our website and hopefully     someone will contact you.

2. Does ECO Adventures provide any training sessions or classes in Adventure     Racing?
    Yes, contact us and we can set up dates to meet your particular objectives

3. Where can we obtain specialty Adventure Race products?
     Tell us what you need and we may be able to obtain a good deal from a Floridian based      company.

4. What is the weather and temperature likely to be?
     Be prepared for brilliant sunshine, extremely hot conditions (35°C) or pouring rain
     In our last race of the series, in the wee hours of the morning the temperature may get      chilly especially if you’re wet too.
     Bring appropriate gear for any conditions.

5. If a teammate gets hurt on the course, how do I inform the officials?
    Use your cell phone (if service is available) to contact and ECO Adventures official.
    You may pass on information to us via other teams and we will send help for you.

6. Would medics and an ambulance be on site?
    Yes, safety is very important to us, and at every event we have highly qualified medics and     an ambulance on site

7. If I need equipment and get assistance from another team will I be disqualified?
    No, we encourage teams to help each other out, so that everyone has an opportunity to     complete the race.

8. If I stop to help another team would that time be credited to me?
   Yes, the exact time has to be mutually agreed by both teams involved

9. Do I need to carry my Mountain Bike gear all the time?
    No, only during the biking section

10. Do I need to carry my running shoes at all times?
      Yes, as the race may require you to do some hiking while still on the Mountain Bike       section

11. Do I need to carry my backpack, water and mandatory equipment on all       sections?
      Yes, even during the paddling and orienteering sections.
       Random checks may be done and time penalties applied.

12. Do I need to stick with my teammate all the time?
      Yes, you are not allowed to be more than a few meters away from your teammate at any       time. Any excursions will result in disqualification.

13. If I cannot continue the race what do I do?
      You need to inform the closest CP and fill out an appropriate form, so that ECO       Adventures knows how many people are still racing

14. Suppose I start off the series as a co-ed team, could I switch to an all male team       in the next race?
      No, once you pick a category to race in (ie male, female, coed) you must stick to that       throughout the series.

15. Do I need to know how to read a map and use a compass?
      Yes, but at a very basic level. The navigation is not very difficult and if you need any help       prior to the race you can contact ECO Adventures and we will be happy to help you.

16. Is the Mountain Bike section very technical?
      There is a mix of technical trails as well as long stretches of non-technical off–road       riding. If you are not a confident mountain biker these sections allow you to dismount       your bike and walk

17. Can a beginner take part in the series?
      The series begins with the “north cross” which is designed with the beginner in mind.
      All the disciplines are covered but the duration of each is not anticipated to be       exorbitant. Anyone with a basic skill in the three main disciplines; hiking, mountain biking       and paddling will do well in this race.

      The second and third races get progressively more difficult in terms of the duration and       the technical aspect of navigation, mountain biking and nutritional planning and pacing.       Everyone will have more than enough time to progress to the next level.

18. What if I never paddled before?
      Not to worry, kayaks can be rented at the kayak Center in Chaguaramas. The Kayak       Centre is open every day from 6am to 6pm. If you still cannot get down there before the       race, the kayaks are very stable and are virtually unsinkable (the sit on top type). You       have a choice of singles or doubles. Lifejackets and paddles are supplied as well as       water safety.

19. Can I use my own kayak?
      Yes, but the entrance fee does not change

20. Do I need a support team?
      Only the last race would require a support team. The other two races ECO Adventures       will take care of the logistics.

21. Can I have different teammates for different races?
      When you sign up for the first race, this would be the core team. You are allowed only        one alternate, but one member of the core team must be present at each race.
      Core team must complete at least 2 races in order to qualify for series prizes.

22. Does my team, have to enter every race to qualify for series prizes?
      NO. Points will be awarded after each race, and double points for the last race in the       series. Once your final point counts puts your team in the prize bracket you will not be       required to do every race but you are encouraged to.

23. Can I enter on the day?
      No. The cut off date to register is two days prior to the race date as we have to       prepare packages , maps etc. There will a late registration fee of $50.00.       However, you will not be allowed to enter on the race day.

24. Is there a maximum of teams permitted to race?
      Yes. Due to limited number of kayaks available the race is restricted to 50 teams.

25. Will food and beverages, including alcohol, be available for purchase?
      Yes. Light snacks like hotdogs, hamburgers and drinks like soft drinks water and beer       will be available for purchase at the finish line.

26. Can alcohol be consumed by team members or support crew during the race?
      Team members and support crew cannot consume alcohol until the team has completed       the race, withdrawn or has been disqualified.

27. Can my friends and family follow me on the course?
      No. Friends and family will be able to see you at designated checkpoints along the route.       This information may be obtained from ECO Adventures personnel at the race start.

28. Is there a minimum age for participation?
      Persons under the age of 18 will require parental consent ( in writing).