GRIT Adventure Racing
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GRIT Races & Events
"Created by Racers, for Racers"
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New River Rush Adventure Race
15 Hour | May 16, 2026 | New River Gorge National Park, WV
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​Seven Bends Adventure Race
7 Hour | July 11, 2026 | Seven Bends State Park, VA
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​Seven Bends Aqua Blaze
7 Mile Run-Paddle July 12, 2026 | Seven Bends State Park, VA
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Cowboy Tough Adventure Race
50 & 8 Hour | August 7-9, 2026 | Curt Gowdy State Park, WY
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Shenandoah River Adventure Race
12 & 6 Hour | August 22, 2026 | Shenandoah River State Park, VA
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Rocktown Adventure Race​​
30 & 5 Hour | November 7-8, 2026 | Massanutten Resort, VA
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GRIT Adventures Summer Camp
Overnight Adventure Camp | July 12-15, 2026 | Massanutten Resort, VA
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Winter Warm-Up Adventure Race
|January, 2027 | Frederick, MD
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Frozen Foot Adventure Race
March 2027 | Pocahantas State Park, VA
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New River Rush Adventure Race
15 Hour AR | May 16, 2026
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ACE Adventure Resort
New River Gorge National Park, WV
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The New River Rush is not your average adventure race. This is a full-send experience through one of the country's most iconic landscapes, combining rugged terrain, technical navigation, and world-class guided whitewater within the breathtaking canyon walls of New River Gorge National Park. The higher entry point is due to professionally guided whitewater rafting through the National Park.
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Course Highlights
World Class Guided Whitewater Rafting
Single Track Mountain Biking
Scenic National Park Exploration
Profesional Electronic Scoring & GPS Tracking
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Course Details, Schedule, Mandatory Gear, Lodging, etc.
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New River Rush Adventure Race
15 Hours | May 16, 2026
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ACE Adventure Resort
New River Gorge National Park, WV
Seven Bends Adventure Race & Aqua Blaze
7 Hour AR | July 11, 2026
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Seven Bends State Park
Woodstock, VA
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7 Mile Paddle-Run | July 12, 2026
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Seven Bends State Park
Woodstock, VA
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Tucked along the banks of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River and in the shadows of the mountains, this race is beautiful, scenic, and fun. Cool-off with a fun race which is guaranteed to get you wet! Then enjoy post-race wine at our awards ceremony at Muse Vineyards within minutes of the finish line!
Excellent for familes, experienced racers, and everyone in between!
Course Highlights
Fun Course Design!
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Paddling on the Scenic Shenandoah River
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Post-Race Awards at Muse Winery
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Profesional Electronic Scoring & GPS Tracking
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Virginia State Parks Series Double-Event!
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Seven Bends Adventure Race
7 Hour | July 11, 2026
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Seven Bends Aqua Blaze
Run - Paddle Race
7 Mile | July 12, 2026
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Seven Bends State Park
Woodstock, VA
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Cowboy Tough Adventure Race
50 Hour AR | August 7-9, 2026
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Curt Gowdy State Park
Laramie, WY
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8 Hour AR | July 8, 2026
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Curt Gowdy State Park
Laramie, WY
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Welcome to Cowboy Tough! ​​As a premier adventure race in the country, set deep in the rugged beauty of the Wyoming backcountry, this is where big landscapes meet big decisions.
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Race across the mountains, granite outcroppings, and high plains surrounding Curt Gowdy State Park on a course known for its stunning scenery, cool summer temperatures, and world-class singletrack. Whether you’re chasing the podium or stepping into your first long-course event, Cowboy Tough delivers an experience that is both accessible and relentlessly rewarding.
Course Highlights
Beautiful High Desert Western Racing
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Amazing Single Track Mountain Biking​
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Profesional Electronic Scoring & GPS Tracking
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Fun Course Design
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8 Hour Adventure Race
August 8, 2026
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50 Hour Adventure Race
August 9, 2026
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Curt Gowdy State Park
Laramie. WY
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