Run On Your Own Adventure Race
About the Race – ROYO
This is a real adventure race/trail run just without the crowd. You will be going to the location on your own (solo) or with a team. After you register for the race you will be provided a link to the race maps and information. The rules are below. The address on this page is the start location of the race (where you should park).
1. This is entirely on the Honor System; maps, competition, and donations.
2. There will not be any on-site event management while you are running the course – you are on your own with your and your team.
3. Print the course maps on standard 8.5×11 paper. Print the passport instructions.
4. Visit the controls in any order. The short course is any 6 controls .
5. You must record your track with any GPS software capable of recording the track (a phone-based app or a GPS watch is usually sufficient). You will submit your track along with a photo at each CP.
6. Be sure to carry water/fluids, a whistle, and a cell phone. A small first aid kit is also recommended.
7. If you are competing alone, let someone know where you are going, and how long you plan to be out there. We also suggest that you leave a copy of the map in your car, or with a friend, in case someone needs to come out to find/help you.
8. Allowable modes of travel are foot and mountain bike. Most of the course is also fun riding.
9. Once completed, send all photos, GPS files (or links), race report, and any other information to: results@flxadventures.com.
Course Maps & Instructions
This race is now over and registration is closed. But we are providing you the maps and instructions (below) for anyone wants to go out and enjoy the course. Please note that you are completely on your own. No registration and no results will be posted.
If you would like to make a donation to FLX, please feel free to send it via PayPal to paypal@flxadventures.com. Thank you!
[Disciplines involved: Trekking, Biking, Navigation]
The short course (4 CP’s) should take less than 1 hour (less than 4 miles) The long course is 7 checkpoints and is around 8 miles.
Date:
Course Opens for competition on Friday, September 4, 2020.
Course Closes to competition on Sept. 14, 2020 (awards made).
The course will be available beyond that date, but not for competition or scoring. You are welcome to run the course as many times as you want.
Location
You may start at one of three possible locations. You can figure out if one gives you an advantage over the other.
Yearling Trail Trailhead (Map)
FL-19
Fort McCoy, FL 32134
Directly across from the entrance to Silver Glen Springs which also makes for a nice little after party. On weekends arrive early, Silver Glen Springs usually closes before noon. It is worth the trip and you can easily make a day of it. Map
Schedule
You may complete the course at any time prior to the course closing date.
Gear
Highly recommended! Please click to read the Mandatory Gear.
Looking for a Team?
If you are looking for a team to join, or looking to find some teammates, please feel free to post a message on the Florida Adventure Racing Facebook page.
Awards
The overall winning team gets a choice of a Growler & Fill OR a 4-pack. 
Terms & Conditions:
- Prize must be claimed within 30 days of the date winner is announced by FLX
- Must claim prize in person at Deviant Wolfe Brewery ,121 W 1st Street, Sanford FL 32771
- 4-packs are of limited supply and may be out of stock at date of claim
- Prize cannot be traded for cash.
- Some small batch and/or limited release beers on tap may not be selectable for Growler fills; consult the beertender for available options at time of pickup.
- Prize is per team not per person. 1 Growler or 4 pack total; share!
- To claim prize, one team member from the winning team must present a valid form of ID. Name on ID must match the name you registered with your FLX winning team
Registration Instructions
1. After registering you will receive an email confirming your registration. This will contain instruction on payment and also include the online liability waiver.
2. You will need to complete the liability waiver and confirm (also via email) that you have completed the waiver.
3. Upon completion of the confirmation you receive one final email with the links to the maps and passport. We recommend that you either a) save the email, or b) bookmark the URL, so you can return to the page later if needed.
