6-HOUR
NEVER SUMMER

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Returning for its 10th year, the Never Summer Adventure Race will take place on July 12, 2025 and will be sure to not disappoint. In this beginner to intermediate 6-hour race, teams of 1-4 will stick together to paddle, mountain bike, and trek their way on an unmarked course all while navigating map and compass. This page is dedicated to the 6-hour Never Summer. If you are looking for the advanced 24-hour Never Summer, please click here.

All or part of this operation is conducted on Public Lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.

RACE UPDATES

Check back here for updates as the event gets closer.

RACE LOCATION

Brush Creek Pavilion

Town of Eagle, Colorado

RACE ACTIVITIES

Racers will navigate the unmarked course by hiking/trekking, mountain biking (dirt road/trail), and paddling.

TEAMS

Racers are encouraged to race with teams of 2-4. Solos are allowed however in the 6hr event.

REQUIRED GEAR

Everything is per person unless specified):

Bike

Helmet

Emergency Blanket

Sufficient clothing for weather & weather changes

Spare bike tire or patches (per team)

Bike Tool (per team)

Bike pump (per team)

First Aid Kit (per team)

Compass (per team, 2 recommended)

Working Cell Phone (per team)

Maps (provided, per team)

Passport (provided, per team)

Inflatable kayak – a seat per person (rentals available from Timberline Tours)

Paddle

PFD

Whistle

Water Source

Adequate food

Means to carry food, water, and mandatory gear (i.e. backpack)

Spare Socks (recommended)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

An inflatable kayak is highly recommended for this event. Rentals are available from Timberline Tours and Sage Outdoor Adventures. Both companies will transport your boat and boat equipment to the start of the race.

Click here to rent from Timberline Tours.

VOLUNTEER

We love our volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering for this race, please click here and the race director will be in touch.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

Information coming soon

LODGING

The town of Eagle has many lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals, however, they do book up for the summer months, so make your reservations early.

RULES

RACE FAQs

FAQs

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation Policy:

> 2 months before the race date we are able to offer a 75% refund.

1-2 months prior to the race date we are able to offer a 50% refund.

3-4 weeks prior to the race date we are able to offer a 25% refund.

Less than 2 weeks prior to the race, no refund is available. We apologize for any inconvenience but at this point, we have paid for all race expenses and have been planning on you attending.

NEED A TEAMMATE?

Are you needing a teammate to compete with in one of our races? Check out the Adventure Race Teammate Finder Facebook page for other racers looking for partners!