Apex Endurance Challenge
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Venice, Florida
- Price $117.60 - $138.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra, 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Apex Endurance Challenge on Saturday, February 7, 2026! Set in the stunning T. Mabry Carlton Reserve in Venice, Sarasota, this event invites endurance athletes of all levels to test their limits and embrace the great outdoors. Participants can choose between two thrilling race options: the 8-hour adventure race covering 24-40 miles or the 4-hour challenge spanning 16-20 miles.
Teams of 1-4 will navigate through diverse terrains, including single track mountain biking trails, dirt roads, and serene waterways, all while using pre-plotted Cal topo maps to find checkpoints. With categories for solo participants and teams of various sizes, the Apex Endurance Challenge promises an action-packed day full of camaraderie and fun. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to push your boundaries and connect with fellow athletes in a breathtaking natural setting! Mark your calendars for the adventure of a lifetime!
Teams of 1-4 will navigate through diverse terrains, including single track mountain biking trails, dirt roads, and serene waterways, all while using pre-plotted Cal topo maps to find checkpoints. With categories for solo participants and teams of various sizes, the Apex Endurance Challenge promises an action-packed day full of camaraderie and fun. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to push your boundaries and connect with fellow athletes in a breathtaking natural setting! Mark your calendars for the adventure of a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
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 7th, 2026 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 11:30am
Race Start:
Saturday February 7th, 2026 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
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 7th, 2026 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 11:30am
Race Start:
Saturday February 7th, 2026 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
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