SELF-RELIANCE
Definition: “Reliance on one’s own powers and resources rather than those of others.” 
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  • There will be NO flagging on the 100 & 50-mile course. 
  • There will be special event and warning signage on course in specific locations for area traffic and riders of The Spirit World 100. 
  • Every rider is responsible for uploading the Spirit World 100 or 50-mile course onto their personal GPS unit. You will need the route you’ve chosen to guide you throughout your vision quest. 
    • NOTE: Please make sure you understand how to use your GPS computer before your adventure begins.
    • Course release date: November 3, 2019 at 6:00 PM MST
  • Every rider must print copies of The Spirit World 100 cue sheets before showing up to the race on Saturday November 9th, 2019. Each rider is required to carry them with during the ride. 
  • Every rider must carry the appropriate repair tools needed for their bike during The Spirit World 100 or 50-mile race. 
  • There will be aid stations on course offering food, water, emergency repair tools/items and medical supplies. You must have everything you need between each aid station. 
  • There will be medical personnel out on course. This is for every riders safety and The Spirit World 100 organization will call on them in case of an emergency. 
    • Each rider will be given a piece of paper to carry with your that includes our 'safety protocol'. YOU MUST CARRY THIS WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
  • Every rider must carry a cell phone throughout the entire ride. In case of emergency or bike failure: you will utilize the 'safety protocol' with phone numbers to call when you run into any trouble.
    • T-Mobile has very bad coverage in the San Rafael Valley.
    • Verizon has great coverage in the San Rafael Valley 
  • The Spirit World 100 organization asks that you refrain from using headphones during this event. 
  • The roads will NOT be closed to outside traffic! Keep your head up and ride respectfully beside traffic and other riders at all times.
  • Obey all road traffic laws 100% of the time.
  • The Spirit World 100 is requiring all riders to wear a helmet. If you’re found without one, you will be disqualified from this event. 
  • No hitchhiking.
  • No spectators or support on course. 
  • You are responsible for carrying enough food and water for your ride adventure between aid stations. 
  • If you are caught getting support from outside of the designated aid stations, you will be disqualified. 
  • The Spirit World 100 or 50-mile course must be followed at all times. If you cut the course in any way or take a different route, you will be disqualified.
  • You must ride the same bicycle from the start to the finish of The Spirit World 100 or 50-mile course.
  • You must have a 100% functional bike to ride during your ride adventure in the Spirit World. 35c - 40c tires with a thick/durable  sidewall are HIGHLY recommended.
  • You must finish The Spirit World 100 or 50-mile course before 5:30PM on November 9th, 2019. 
  • Each rider has 10 hours to finish their journey. ​