Circumpolar Race Around the World (CRAW)
- Date Tue 1st September 2020 - Tue 31st December 2024
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $22.50 - $43.00
- Races 42 races
Event summary
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey with the Circumpolar Race Around the World (CRAW)! This unique relay race invites teams of up to 10 runners or cyclists to cover an astounding distance of 48,550 kilometers (30,167 miles) across 12 diverse regions of the globe. Kicking off on September 1, 2020, and running until December 31, 2024, the CRAW offers ample time for participants to complete their segments and experience the thrill of racing across various terrains and landscapes.
Whether you're a running enthusiast or a cycling aficionado, the CRAW accommodates all human-powered activities, including walking, XC skiing, in-line skating, paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing. With flexible time limits and results compiled every 10 to 12 weeks, this event is designed to foster camaraderie and motivation among teams. Don’t miss out on the fun—join the community and find fellow adventurers through the official Facebook group. Lace up your shoes or hop on your bike, and get ready to race around the world!
Whether you're a running enthusiast or a cycling aficionado, the CRAW accommodates all human-powered activities, including walking, XC skiing, in-line skating, paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing. With flexible time limits and results compiled every 10 to 12 weeks, this event is designed to foster camaraderie and motivation among teams. Don’t miss out on the fun—join the community and find fellow adventurers through the official Facebook group. Lace up your shoes or hop on your bike, and get ready to race around the world!
Organiser's Description
CRAW UPDATES. 11.4.23
TIME LIMIT: IN KEEPING WITH THE ORIGINAL INTENT, WE WILL KEEP THE RACE OPEN AS LONG AS THERE IS ADEQUATE INTEREST. WE HAVE EXTENDED THE FINISH TIME TO 12/31/2024! THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED INTEREST.
TIME LIMITS WILL BE EXTENDED AS NEEDED, AND AT LEAST 3 MONTHS NOTICE WILL BE GIVEN OF ANY END DATE.
RESULTS: RESULTS ARE COMPILED EVERY 10 - 12 WEEKS. SHIPPING OF MEDALS BEGINS IMMEDIATELY AFTER RECEIVING THE RESULTS LIST. IF YOUR TEAM FINISHES A COUPLE OF DAYS AFTER THE LATEST RESULTS, THEN YOU'LL END UP WAITING LONGER, BUT YOU WILL RECEIVE ANY MEDALS YOU EARN. WE WANT YOU TO HAVE THEM!
SHIPPING OF BONUS REGIONS: CURRENTLY IN THE USA, WE WAIT AND SHIP BONUS REGIONS 13 - 15 TOGETHER, AND 16 - 18 TOGETHER. NON USA WAITS AND SHIPS ALL SIX BONUS REGIONS TOGETHER.
MEDALS DISPLAY BOARD (AKA FRAME): PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOT BE GETTING ANY ADDITIONAL BOARDS.
WE HAVE A FEW LEFT IN THE USA. NOT SURE ABOUT CANADA OR THE "REST OF THE WORLD".
THEY ARE TRULY SPECTACULAR IF YOU HAVE ALL THE MEDALS (ESPECIALLY INCLUDING THE BONUS REGIONS).
PLEASE DONT ASK FOR ONE UNLESS YOU INTEND TO 1) GET ALL OF THE MEDALS, AND 2) DISPLAY IT.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OBTAINING A BOARD, EMAIL ME. [email protected]
The Circumpolar Race Around the World (CRAW), is a Relay race for teams of up to 10 runners, or 10 cyclists/multisport, each.
Teams will race 48,550 KM/30,167 miles, through 12 regions of the world.
*TIME LIMIT FOR EVENT: We have extended the time limit through 2023. You still have plenty of time to complete your regions.
There are two categories:
RUNNING only is for running and walking.
CYCLING/MULTISPORT is for all human powered activities, including, but not limited to; Cycling, running, walking, XC skiing, in line skating, paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing
FOR INFO PLEASE GO TO THE WEBSITE https://www.craw.racing/
You can look for others to Race Around the World with you by checking out our Facebook Group. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/619915252295357/]
TIME LIMIT: IN KEEPING WITH THE ORIGINAL INTENT, WE WILL KEEP THE RACE OPEN AS LONG AS THERE IS ADEQUATE INTEREST. WE HAVE EXTENDED THE FINISH TIME TO 12/31/2024! THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED INTEREST.
TIME LIMITS WILL BE EXTENDED AS NEEDED, AND AT LEAST 3 MONTHS NOTICE WILL BE GIVEN OF ANY END DATE.
RESULTS: RESULTS ARE COMPILED EVERY 10 - 12 WEEKS. SHIPPING OF MEDALS BEGINS IMMEDIATELY AFTER RECEIVING THE RESULTS LIST. IF YOUR TEAM FINISHES A COUPLE OF DAYS AFTER THE LATEST RESULTS, THEN YOU'LL END UP WAITING LONGER, BUT YOU WILL RECEIVE ANY MEDALS YOU EARN. WE WANT YOU TO HAVE THEM!
SHIPPING OF BONUS REGIONS: CURRENTLY IN THE USA, WE WAIT AND SHIP BONUS REGIONS 13 - 15 TOGETHER, AND 16 - 18 TOGETHER. NON USA WAITS AND SHIPS ALL SIX BONUS REGIONS TOGETHER.
MEDALS DISPLAY BOARD (AKA FRAME): PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOT BE GETTING ANY ADDITIONAL BOARDS.
WE HAVE A FEW LEFT IN THE USA. NOT SURE ABOUT CANADA OR THE "REST OF THE WORLD".
THEY ARE TRULY SPECTACULAR IF YOU HAVE ALL THE MEDALS (ESPECIALLY INCLUDING THE BONUS REGIONS).
PLEASE DONT ASK FOR ONE UNLESS YOU INTEND TO 1) GET ALL OF THE MEDALS, AND 2) DISPLAY IT.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OBTAINING A BOARD, EMAIL ME. [email protected]
The Circumpolar Race Around the World (CRAW), is a Relay race for teams of up to 10 runners, or 10 cyclists/multisport, each.
Teams will race 48,550 KM/30,167 miles, through 12 regions of the world.
*TIME LIMIT FOR EVENT: We have extended the time limit through 2023. You still have plenty of time to complete your regions.
There are two categories:
RUNNING only is for running and walking.
CYCLING/MULTISPORT is for all human powered activities, including, but not limited to; Cycling, running, walking, XC skiing, in line skating, paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing
FOR INFO PLEASE GO TO THE WEBSITE https://www.craw.racing/
You can look for others to Race Around the World with you by checking out our Facebook Group. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/619915252295357/]
Races
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Region 1 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills). -
Region 1 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 2 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills). -
Region 2 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 3 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills). -
Region 3 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 4 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills -
Region 4 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 5 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 5 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 6 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 6 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 7 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 7 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 8 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 8 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 9 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 9 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 10 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 10 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 11 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 11 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 12 - Running
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
This event category is only for running or walking (includes treadmills) -
Region 12 - Cycling/Multisport
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$43.00
Cyclists/multisport can also add any human powered activity; such as running, walking, x-country skiing, inline skating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, etc. -
Region 13 - Sub Saharan Africa
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
Region 13 is a frame filler. It's intended for those who have already finished the 12 regions of CRAW, and would like to "fill their frame with additional medals. NOTE: You can use any human powered activity even if you were a Running only team during CRAW. Teams are still made up of up to 10 members. This is a "fun event". There are no additional rankings of teams other than what Runsignup has. -
Region 14 - North Africa
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
Region 14 is a frame filler. It's intended for those who have already finished the 12 regions of CRAW, and would like to "fill their frame with additional medals. NOTE: You can use any human powered activity even if you were a Running only team during CRAW. Teams are still made up of up to 10 members. This is a "fun event". There are no additional rankings of teams other than what Runsignup has. -
Region 15 - Western Europe
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
Region 15 is a frame filler. It's intended for those who have already finished the 12 regions of CRAW, and would like to "fill their frame with additional medals. NOTE: You can use any human powered activity even if you were a Running only team during CRAW. Teams are still made up of up to 10 members. This is a "fun event". There are no additional rankings of teams other than what Runsignup has. -
Region 16 - Middle East
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
Region 16 is a frame filler. It's intended for those who have already finished the 12 regions of CRAW, and would like to "fill their frame with additional medals. NOTE: You can use any human powered activity even if you were a Running only team during CRAW. Teams are still made up of up to 10 members. This is a "fun event". There are no additional rankings of teams other than what Runsignup has. -
Region 17 - Trans Siberia
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
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Region 18 - Asia
Incl. $3.00 Fee
$38.00
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BAW Region 1 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 2 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 3 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 4 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 5 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 6 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 7 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSED -
BAW Region 8 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSED -
BAW Region 9 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSED -
BAW Region 10 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 11 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first. -
BAW Region 12 - Multi
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$22.50
CLOSEDBack Around the World. Must have completed the entire 12 Regions of CRAW first.
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