JAN 18, 2012 -- GET INSPIRED! -- Check out the MOMAR's Top 20 Photo Moments from the 2011 season. Go there>>>

JAN 1, 2012 -- REGISTRATION NOW OPEN -- It's time to sign up for another season of adventure racing. We have lowered rates for the month of January and February to encourage everyone to sign up early and save a few bucks. Sign up now.

OCT 3, 2011 -- RACE RESULTS AND PHOTOS NOW UP -- I've posted links to four photo galleries that are loaded with awesome pictures from the MOMAR Cumberland. I've also posted links to race reports and news articles. Check them out.

Sept 25, 2011 -- FINAL RESULTS -- Congratulations to everyone who took part in this year's Cumberland MOMAR. We lucked out with the weather and this race had some amazing energy. BIG thanks to all of our amazing volunteers! And thank you to all of our incredible sponsors for your continued support. The final results are now posted and photo galleries will be added as they arrive. Be sure to visit us on Facebook too for additional post-race coverage and photos.

WE'RE ON FACEBOOK -- Be sure to check out the MOMAR Facebook Fan Page where most of the breaking news is being posted.

Our series wraps up in the Comox Lake area (Village of Cumberland). This is an adventure racer's dream destination as it is filled with world-class single-track trails. Comox Lake itself is an excellent venue for a paddling and staging area.

This venue has plenty of interesting history and we hope to add to that history as we stage our final race of the year here in the beautiful Comox Valley. The Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race at Comox Lake will feature kayaking, mountain biking, trail running, and mystery events. It will be a test for both the seasoned race pro and the dedicated novice.

Make sure you plan on staying the Saturday night as this race features a 'not-to-be-missed' dinner and after party.

Friday Night Mandatory
Check In

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DATE: Friday, September 22nd, 2012

LOCATION: Riding Fool Hostel, Cumberland. Click here for a map.

TIME: 6:30-9:30pm (no earlybirds please)

All teams are required to come to the MOMAR Friday Night Registration to pick up their race package, event t-shirt, and hand in their waiver and medical forms. You will also find out the location of the start and finish location for the race.

Please bring your completed forms (Waivers & Medical) to check in. You will get these forms in the Racer Info Package.

Banquet and After-Party Info

LOCATION: Mt. Washington Alpine Resort; (located 30 minutes from the race start).

TIME:
6:30pm - Doors open
7:00pm - Dinner is served
8:30pm - Awards Ceremony
9:15pm - Down to Fat Teddy's Bar for the Party
1:00am - End of the night

THE ENTERTAINMENT: TBA

GUEST TICKETS: Guest are welcome and the fee is $30+GST. You must pre-order tickets either when you register or can be ordered separately online.

The MOMAR is proud to have the Make-A-Wish Foundation as our official charity. Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life threatening illnesses to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.

Over the past five years, we have raised over $20,400 for this great cause. Please show your support by taking part in our various fundraising initiatives such as the Mega 50/50 Draw, Cowbells for Wishes, and our Grand Prize.

Please bring cash and your generous hearts on race weekend and help us raise over $5000 this year!

Located 1.25 hours north of Nanaimo. Head north along the new Island Highway and follow the signs to Cumberland. If coming from the Mainland, take BC ferries from Tsawwassen or West Vancouver to Nanaimo.

For ferry information visit www.bcferries.com or call 1-888-223-3779. The ferries may be busy this weekend so you might want to make reservations (only $17 per vehicle).

Seattle racers can catch the ferry from Anacortes to Victoria and drive up the Island Highway to Cumberland (3 hours) . Visit http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/index.cfm for more information.

BY AIR: Westjet Airlines will fly you into directly into Comox which is 30 minutes from the race start/finish. Click here for map from the airport. There are direct flights from all of Canada's major cities, as well as, from the US (LA, Vegas, Tampa, etc). Check the website for more info www.westjet.com. Once you fly in, you can rent a vehicle from Budget Car and Truck Rental at the airport and drive to the race start.

Mt. Washington - Since the post-race dinner and awards banquet will be held up at Mt. Washington, we HIGHLY recommend that all out-of-town racers try to book accommodations on the mountain for Saturday night. Condos are very inexpensive at this time of the year and there are many places that sleep 6-8 people and rent for $50-100 per night, if you book early. It's a beautiful place to spend the weekend. Go to www.mtwashington.ca to make a reservation.

We also recommend that racers consider staying at the Riding Fool Hostel in Cumberland for Friday night since that is where Friday night registration will be and it's minutes away from the race start/finish line. The Riding Fool Hostel is right above Dodge City Cycles where you can conveniently get your bike checked or pick up any last minute race supplies.

Another great place to stay is the Old House Village Hotel and Spa in Courtenay. This West Coast inspired Comox Valley hotel offers spacious accommodations with petite or full gourmet kitchens, fireplaces, soaker tubs and numerous little touches that will enhance your BC travel experience. Enjoy dining at the iconic Old House Restaurant, pampering treatments at "Oh Spa", an outdoor heated pool, hot tub and lush historic gardens all for a surprisingly perfect price. SPECIAL MOMAR RATES ARE OFFERED:

• Deluxe Studio – 2 double beds $109
• Deluxe Studio – 1 king $119
• Deluxe One Bdrom Suite – 1 king $139
  
  

We also recommend the Cumberland Lake Park Campground for a great place to camp on Friday night.

Other Accommodation Options:

• Cumberland Gardens Bed and Breakfast - Cumberland
• Village Hideaway - Cumberland
• Shantz Haus Hostel - Courtenay
• Comox Lake International Hostel - Courtenay
• Cona Hostel - Courtenay

For a more comprehensive list visit the Cumberland Chamber of Commerce .

It is highly recommended that you reserve your kayak as soon as possible as they book very quickly.

* Because the Sport Course starts 90 minutes after the Enduro course, the kayak companies are allowed to DOUBLE BOOK their kayaks. Let them know which course you are racing and be sure you are booking for the right race.

Click here for a full list of Kayak Suppliers

Paddle Rental:

Not available.

Here's an easy way to improve your paddling. Read Dave Norona's article on the benefits of using a Wing blade.

2012 ENTRY FEES (+ 12% HST & 3rd party registration fee):
+ $120/racer -- Jan 1 - Jan 31
+ $130/racer - Feb 1 - Feb 29
+ $140/racer -- Mar 1- Aug 22
+ $150/racer -- Aug 23 - Sept 12
+ $160/racer -- Sept 13 - 20

YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES:
+ A professionally designed course
+ A comprehensive safety and medical team.
+ A Gift Bag filled with cool stuff
+ An awesome souvenir graphic t-shirt. Female cut available.
+ Professional course mapping.
+ A huge post-race refreshment table.
+ A custom Finishers medal.
+ Professional photography
+ One awesome MC, Dave Norona.
+ Friday night social.
+ Gourmet banquet dinner buffet.
+ Lively awards ceremony with medals and/or prizing for 1st to 3rd place finishers in all categories.
+ Tons of killer draw prizes (In 2011, we gave out over $15,000 worth of series prizing).
+ Award winning DJ at the after-party to keep the dance floor packed all night long.
= ONE ADVENTURE PACKED WEEKEND EXPERIENCE!!!

Official Bike Inspection Shops: Your bike must be inspected for safety by one of the following bike shops. You can get your bike inspected starting Friday, Sept 18th. If you cannot get your bike inspected prior to the race, Dodge City Cycles will be open late to check your bike. However, to avoid the lineup, we highly recommend that you take your bike to a shop the week prior.

• Corsa Cycles in Squamish
• Berg Bikesin Cobble Hill
• Dodge City Cycles in Cumberland
• Oak Bay Bikes in Nanaimo
• Straight Up Cycles in Victoria
• Obsession Bikes in North Vancouver
• Swicked Cycles in Campbell River
• Different Bikes in Burnaby
• Different Bikes in Vancouver

Dodge City Cycles will be open late on Friday night for anyone that wasn't able to have their bike inspected earlier.

+ Downhill riding at Mt. Washington Alpine Resort
+ Hike in Strathcona Provincial Park.
+ Ride the course again!

Any cool prizes?

The 2011 list

* subject to change

2011 = Over $15,000 worth in prizing!!!

CATEGORY WINNERS:

FIRST to THIRD PLACE IN ALL CATEGORIES – Not only do you get a medal, accolades from your fans, and 15 seconds on the main stage, but you also get some great prizes too:

• Prizing TBA
  

THE 2011 BIG PRIZES:

• $500 Gift Card from Atmosphere as part of the Make-A-Wish Mega 50/50.
• A $1000 Shopping Spree to Frontrunners
• One individual entry to the 2012 BC Bike Race -- a $2000 value!
• A trip for two anywhere WestJet flies including $500 spending money -- CASH!
• BEST TEAM SPIRIT / COSTUME: Dress up and show the most spirit and you could win the highly coveted Spirit Award! The prize is a free entry to your next MOMAR ($140/value) and an amazing foot care package from SOLE that includes the following for each member of the team (a $150/value):
  • 1 pair Signature EV Footbeds
  • 1 pair Signature DK Footbeds
  • 1 pair Thin Sport Footbeds
  • 1 pair SOLE Performance Socks

Lots of great Draw Prizes from our sponsors including:

• A night at the Sandman Inn Victoria
• A night at the Old House Village Inn & Spa with two hydrotherapy spa treatments
• Merrell Swag
• Brand New MOMAR Bike Jerseys
• Straight Up Cycles Prize Package
• Oak Bay Bikes Prize Package
• Cowichan Cycles Prize Package
• Seeds Food Market Gift Basket
• Ride & Stay with the Riding Fool Hostel and Island Mountain Rides
• Q Energy Prize Package
• Good 4 U Prize Package
• Wall tattoos from Surface Collective
  ... and much more!

Posted on the Monday following the event. Go to the Results Page

For a list of MOMAR clinics click here.
For a list of Training Articles click here.
For a list of Links to cool stuff click here.

Ranking:

• Teams will be ranked according to the number of Checkpoints they collect.
• In the event of a tie, the finishing time (less penalties) will be used to further rank teams.
• Please note that for the Cumberland MOMAR, the Orienteering Stage has time penalties for missed CPs (30 minutes per CP) and does NOT factor into the total CP count.

Time Penalties: 

• 60 minute penalty if you RAM your kayak on the beach upon your return from the kayak stage
• 15 minutes penalty if you are caught out of visual range of you teammates.
• 15 minutes for receiving outside support from any non-racer.
• 15 minutes for the first traffic violation. Disqualification for the second.
• 15 minutes for littering.
• 15 minutes for using any form of electronic communication device between teammates (ie FRS radios)
• 15 minute for using any form of listening device (ie iPod, walkman, etc). Disqualification for the second.
• 5 minutes for modifying your MOMAR bib number. You must wear it on the front and it cannot be folded or cut in any way.
• 5 minutes for each item that you do not have that is on the mandatory gear list.

You will be disqualified for the following reasons:

• You deviate severely from the race course (discretion of the race director)
• If one of your teammates does not cross the finish line. In adventure racing, all members of a team must finish the course together. Thus, you are only as fast as your slowest racer. If a teammate decides they cannot go on, the remaining members may race unranked.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct to fellow racers, volunteers, or spectators.

Support Personnel:  Absolutely no outside support personnel will be allowed along the race course except at the start and finish lines. 15 minute time penalties will be handed out to teams in violation. Team must be fully self-sufficient and plan provisions accordingly.

In the event of a dispute, please let the Race Officials know and we will do our best to resolve the issue fairly.