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The Apex Endurance Challenge is an exciting test of grit and stamina designed to bring endurance athletes of all kinds together for one unforgettable day of adventure. Taking place on February 7th at the beautiful T. Mabry Carlton Reserve, this event offers an action-packed 4-hour or 8-hour adventure race. the Apex Endurance Challenge is all about pushing your limits, embracing the outdoors, and having fun with a community of like-minded athletes.8 Hour Adventure Race
Race Distance:
24-40 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
Categories:
Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
Description:
Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 24-40 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course. Check points will be placed in various different locations using natural features as indicators of placement such as trail intersections, streams, bays, coves etc. The race will cover everything from single track Mountain Biking trails to dirt or gravel roads, a few paved roads and flat water kayaking.
Boats:
Boats will be included in your registration cost, you are encouraged to bring you own boat to this race and will be given a discount to a future race for providing your own boat. All PFDs (life jackets) and paddles are also included in your registration but you may bring your own. Apex Promoz will not be responsible for securing or transporting your paddle equipment or boat before during or after the race.
Boats will be available on a first come first serve basis. We will ask all three person teams to use a three-person canoe.
Check-In Date:
Saturday February 7th, 2026 6:30am
Pre Race Meeting 7:30am
Race Start:
Saturday February 3rd, 2024 at 8:00am
Race Day Start Location:
1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292
Disciplines:
Trekking or Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Kayaking
Awards:
4:30pm
4 Hour Adventure Race
Race Distance:
16-20 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
Categories:
Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
Description:
Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 16-20 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course. Check points will be placed in various different locations using natural features as indicators of placement such as trail intersections, streams, bays, coves etc. The race will cover everything from single track Mountain Biking trails to dirt or gravel roads, a few paved roads and flat water kayaking.
Boats:
Boats will be included in your registration cost, you are encouraged to bring you own boat to this race and will be given a discount to a future race for providing your own boat. All PFDs (life jackets) and paddles are also included in your registration but you may bring your own. Apex Promoz will not be responsible for securing or transporting your paddle equipment or boat before during or after the race.
Boats will be available on a first come first serve basis. We will ask all three person teams to use a three-person canoe.
Check-In Date:
Saturday February 7th, 2026 10:30am
Pre Race Meeting 7:3am
Race Start:
Saturday February 3rd, 2024 at 12:00pm
Race Day Start Location:
1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292
Disciplines:
Trekking or Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Kayaking
Awards:
4:30pm
USARA Daily Insurance : $8.00
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
T Mabry Carlton Jr Reserve, Venice, United States
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