RACE INFO AND SCHEDULE A race like Fat Chuck's will always be in need of volunteers who will help racers stay on track and do there best to answer questions. If you are interested in serving as a course marshal or to volunteer, please click here. THE COURSE
New for 2008, Fat Chuck's Revenge will be run backwards. The marathon course will consist of three (3) loops covering almost every inch of trail at Rocky Hill Ranch. Mostly single track, some loose rocks, some climbing, some water crossings (depending on weather) and very little jeep road. The half-marthon course will consist of one (1) 20 mile loop. Course Map
There is a land access fee at Rocky Hill Ranch for all persons. Land Access Fees on race day will be covered for all racers.
Primitive camping and some RV sites are available at Rocky Hill Ranch. Email us at race@fatchucksrevenge.com so we can assist in makeing arrangements. RACE SCHEDULE (Tentative, permit pending)
Friday (March 7):
Course open for pre-riding
6:30pm – 8:30pm…..Registration & Packet pick-up for pre-registered racers at Rocky Hill Ranch
Saturday (March 8):
6:30am – 8:00am…..Race Day Onsite Registration Open & Packet pick-up for pre-registered racers
8:30am………………Mass Start for Marathon
8:45am………………Mass Start for Half Marathon RACE DISTANCES & CATEGORIES
Half Marathon = 20 miles
Men: 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50+
Women: 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40+
Marathon = 60 miles
Men: Open, 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50+
Women: Open, 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40+ TMBRA Marathon Points will only accrue for individual categories in the marathon length race, additional details can be found online at www.tmbra.org. AWARDS
Provided by Bluff Creek Ranch [view image] , all classes will receive awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in both the marathon and half marathon race. Cash Prizes for the FULL Marathon will be awarded to the overall 1st ($150), 2nd ($100) & 3rd ($50) place men and women.
WARNING! This is an endurance event! There are a variety of things that make Fat Chuck's Revenge an extreme event. You should be prepared for all weather conditions, including thunderstorms and heat. You must hydrate during the race or risk severe dehydration. You must be prepared for anything when you attempt to complete Fat Chuck's Revenge. It will be very rewarding when you finish so train hard and we will do everything we can to help you cross the finish line. This is a USA Cycling Event. All rules and regulations will apply. Texas State Championship Marathon Race Rules can be viewed by visiting: http://www.tmbra.org/rules.htm#mar |