GUATS Logs Rocks and Steel Post-Race Newsletter

September 22, 2011 Newsletter

Greetings Multisporters,

Wow, what an epic day of racing we had just over a week and a half ago. The weather couldn't have been more perfect, and judging from the feedback received to date, everyone enjoyed the new venue and courses! We're already making plans to return to YMCA Camp Pine Crest in 2012.....start training!

Results and pictures have been posted on the

homepage of our website. A big thanks to Randy from MySportsShooter.com for capturing over 1700 images at the event. Check out their website, as I'm sure there are pictures of almost everyone.

For a great video review, check out Stephan Myer's production for Get Out There Magazine, which does a fantastic job of capturing the essence of the race.

Finally, my apologies to anyone who veered off-course during this year's event. It seems a few made wrong turns at two specific junctions where the "Championship" and "Pine Crest" courses merged. I also understand people had trouble following the trail in the wide-open barrens section. Next year we'll have marshal's stationed at those critical junctions, plus we'll be working with the local municipality to improve the permanent markings on the barrens trails making them easier to follow.

Congratulations to all participants, finishers and place-getters I hope you enjoyed a great day in the Canadian back-country. Feedback is always welcome, so feel free to email me at: info@logsrocksandsteel.com anytime.

Thank-You Volunteers

As participants and organizers it's impossible to thank our team of volunteers enough. We have a great team at Logs Rocks & Steel, which included:

-Mike & Rob sweeping & vetting the courses

-Barb Campbell (communictaions & social media)

-Amber P. registration & aid stations

-Shannon C. registration, timing, finish line

-Greg Chaisson roving and marshalling for the 3rd year in a row!

-Chetan M. registration & TA marshal

-Lili S. registration & aid station

-Deanna Y. registration, timing, finish line

-Teresa C. registration, marshalling & aid station

-Evan and Clara H. marshalling

-Our Medic Team, led by Shannon Koppenhoefer of Advanced Response Training, these guys worked a long & hard day making sure everyone made it home safe & sound.

-Geoff. registration & TA marshal

-Gena V. marshal

-The crew at Camp Pine Crest who helped all over the course!

I know numerous other participants and spectators pitched-in ensuring the event experience was great for all. A huge thank you to all our volunteers!

Upcoming Events:

Salomon Dontgetlost.ca Raid The Hammer (Nov. 13, 2011 Hamilton, Ontario) North America's original and largest adventure running series returns to the Dundas Valley for 25km of logs, rocks, hills, mud and nav. This adventure run is the final event of the Ontario Adventure Racing Points Series and has sold out the last three years. Registration is now open. Adventure Running combines the many disciplines of running including trail running, orienteering, road running, and trekking with the team work and endurance of adventure racing to form the three gnarliest and toughest running races in Ontario.

Tour de King (Oct. 2, 2011 King Township, Ontario) Ontario's newest point-to-point cycling event, hosted by the provinces pre-eminent mountain bike event organizers, Chico Racing. "An event for everyone from the first-time rider to the seasoned pro taking you for a ride on some of the best back-roads, trails and terrain that Southern Ontario has to offer."

One final thanks to all of our amazing sponsors, including Running Free, LaPierre Bicycles, Kawartha Dairy, Breathe Magazine, Clif Bar, Gears Bike Shop, Get Out There Magazine, and especially GUATS Soft Goods.

Sincerely,

Bob Miller

Race Director

The GUATS Logs Rocks and Steel - Multisport Adventure

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