Jason's Adventure Bash AR - The JAB!
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Lexington, South Carolina
- Price $80.64 - $163.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, Ultra
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Join us for Jason's Adventure Bash AR - The JAB! on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Lexington, SC, an exhilarating adventure race that honors the memory of beloved adventure racer Jason Schmidt. This exciting event features two unique race formats: The Soda City Scramble, a family-friendly urban adventure rally perfect for all ages, and The Soda City Odyssey, a challenging 12-hour endurance race that combines thrilling Class II whitewater, mountain biking, and trekking through the stunning landscapes of Soda City.
Expect a fun-filled weekend packed with navigation, strategy, and the opportunity to explore the hidden gems of Lexington! Both races utilize a checkpoint-based scoring system, allowing teams to maximize their adventure while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow racers. With live music, food, and lawn games at the post-race party, there’s something for everyone at this memorable event. Let’s come together to celebrate Jason’s dream and create lasting memories while supporting a college fund for his children. Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime!
Expect a fun-filled weekend packed with navigation, strategy, and the opportunity to explore the hidden gems of Lexington! Both races utilize a checkpoint-based scoring system, allowing teams to maximize their adventure while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow racers. With live music, food, and lawn games at the post-race party, there’s something for everyone at this memorable event. Let’s come together to celebrate Jason’s dream and create lasting memories while supporting a college fund for his children. Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
JASON'S ADVENTURE BASH AR - THE JAB!
COLUMBIA, SC JUNE 6, 2026
MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER FOR JASON SCHMIDT
This event is a memorial fundraiser for Adventure Racer and dear friend Jason Schmidt. Created in conjunction with his family, 50% of the proceeds from the event will go to a college fund for his two children. Jason had a dream of bringing an Adventure Race back to his home city of Columbia, SC, for the Summer of 2026. Prior to his tragic passing at the Sea to Sea AR in February 2026, Jason had worked closely with GRIT Adventure Racing to create this dream AR in Columbia, SC. After his passing, his wife Liz wanted to continue his dream. GRIT, close friends, and the local community have rallied in support, keeping his original course design in place and just making a slight name change in his honor. Come join us for a wonderful weekend of racing. Enjoy exploring the city!
THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE- An Offbeat Urban Adventure Rally! Fantastic for families, athletes, and everyone! Explore the city, get wet with river tubing, and have a blast finding as many checkpoints as you can using a map and compass before time runs out!
THE SODA CITY ODYSSEY - A challenging endurance adventure race event for beginner to advanced athletes. Featuring Class II whitewater, single track MTB, and a mix of both urban exploration and forested trekking, this is a race you do not want to miss!
HOSTED AT _CANOEING FOR KIDS BASECAMP_
_CANOEING FOR KIDS' PROVIDES FREE KAYAK, PADDLEBOARD AND CANOE TRIPS FOR CHILDREN'S HOMES, CAMPS FOR KIDS' WITH HEALTH ISSUES, PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY CHALLENGED CHILDREN, AND MANY OTHER QUALIFYING GROUPS. WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THEM FOR JASON'S ADVENTURE BASH!_
114 Riverchase Ct, Lexington, SC 29072
_WELCOME TO THE SODA CITY ADVENTURE RACE, a multi-sport, navigation-focused race showcasing the best of Soda City. Offering both our Family Style Adventure, known as THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE, and our more challenging SODA CITY ODYSSEY (12 Hour AR), you can choose your style adventure through the city! Whether youre bringing the family for a first adventure race or youre an experienced racer hunting points and efficiency, this event is built to be scalable in real time while youre on the course._
Expect a dynamic mix of:
NAVIGATION + STRATEGY (choose-your-own-route checkpoint hunting)
EXPLORE THE CITY BY BIKE, FOOT, AND WATER!
POST-RACE PARTY: LIVE MUSIC, BONFIRE, FOOD, AND LAWN GAMES.
EXPLORE THE HIDDEN GEMS OF THE SODA CITY!
RACE OVERVIEW:
Both race formats use a checkpoint-based (rogaine-style) scoring system: youll earn points by collecting as many checkpoints as you can within the time limit. Your job is to build the smartest plan for your teamand adjust on the fly. Perfect for teams of all ability levels who can build their own strategy to maximize adventure and fun within the time limit.
WHAT RACERS CAN COUNT ON:
Scalable course design: choose a route that matches your ability, fitness, and comfort. All levels can enjoy both races!
Multiple route options in each discipline (strategy matters as much as speed)
Pre-race racer briefing + safety focus
Electronic Scoring + Results Tracking (details posted on race page)
Awards, Medals, and more!
Post-Race Party: Live Music, Bonfire, Food, and lawn games.
THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE_ AN URBAN ADVENTURE RALLY!_
Fun, approachable, and still real adventure racing
The Soda City Oddity is built for families, first-timers, and beginner-to-intermediate racers who want a legit adventure race experience without feeling overwhelmed. Its still a navigation-based race with real choicesjust packaged in a more approachable time window.
What it feels like: high energy, lots of laughs, and plenty of we can do this momentswhile still offering enough checkpoints to keep faster teams engaged.
TYPICAL RACE COMPONENTS (SUBJECT TO FINAL COURSE DESIGN):
~1 2 miles of an approachable water segment (e.g., river tubing-style format)
26+ miles of trekking with creative route options
4+ miles of biking with multiple routing choices through Soda City terrain
A checkpoint menu that allows teams to do more or do less based on time, comfort, and energy!
THE SODA CITY ODYSSEY _12-HOUR ADVENTURE RACE _
Designed to challenge beginner through advanced racers. Class II whitewater, Single Track Mountain Biking, Wooded and Urban Trekking with strategy decisions!
The Soda City Odyssey is the full-day, high-reward version of the event: longer decision-making, bigger point potential, and the kind of race where strong teamwork and clean execution win the day. Racers can push hard, or race smart, or both.
Ideal for:
Experienced adventure racers looking for a proper 12-hour test
Newer racers who want a longer format with the ability to scale effort and difficulty
Teams who love strategy, navigation, and efficient transitions
HIGHLIGHTS:
Bigger checkpoint menu and more route combinations
Explore single track and navigate a surprising course you will have certainly not thought possible!
A race format that rewards smart pacing + good decisions
Solo and team divisions (team size + categories listed on registration page)
SCALABLE BY DESIGN
BOTH RACES ARE INTENTIONALLY BUILT SO YOU CAN MODIFY YOUR DAY WHILE YOURE RACING:
Feeling great? Chase higher-value checkpoints and bigger loops.
Need to dial it back? Choose shorter connections and lower-risk routes.
New to navigation? Keep it simple and still have a successful day.
This means the race stays fun and achievable for newer athletes without watering down the challenge for experienced racers.
COLUMBIA, SC JUNE 6, 2026
MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER FOR JASON SCHMIDT
This event is a memorial fundraiser for Adventure Racer and dear friend Jason Schmidt. Created in conjunction with his family, 50% of the proceeds from the event will go to a college fund for his two children. Jason had a dream of bringing an Adventure Race back to his home city of Columbia, SC, for the Summer of 2026. Prior to his tragic passing at the Sea to Sea AR in February 2026, Jason had worked closely with GRIT Adventure Racing to create this dream AR in Columbia, SC. After his passing, his wife Liz wanted to continue his dream. GRIT, close friends, and the local community have rallied in support, keeping his original course design in place and just making a slight name change in his honor. Come join us for a wonderful weekend of racing. Enjoy exploring the city!
THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE- An Offbeat Urban Adventure Rally! Fantastic for families, athletes, and everyone! Explore the city, get wet with river tubing, and have a blast finding as many checkpoints as you can using a map and compass before time runs out!
THE SODA CITY ODYSSEY - A challenging endurance adventure race event for beginner to advanced athletes. Featuring Class II whitewater, single track MTB, and a mix of both urban exploration and forested trekking, this is a race you do not want to miss!
HOSTED AT _CANOEING FOR KIDS BASECAMP_
_CANOEING FOR KIDS' PROVIDES FREE KAYAK, PADDLEBOARD AND CANOE TRIPS FOR CHILDREN'S HOMES, CAMPS FOR KIDS' WITH HEALTH ISSUES, PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY CHALLENGED CHILDREN, AND MANY OTHER QUALIFYING GROUPS. WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THEM FOR JASON'S ADVENTURE BASH!_
114 Riverchase Ct, Lexington, SC 29072
_WELCOME TO THE SODA CITY ADVENTURE RACE, a multi-sport, navigation-focused race showcasing the best of Soda City. Offering both our Family Style Adventure, known as THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE, and our more challenging SODA CITY ODYSSEY (12 Hour AR), you can choose your style adventure through the city! Whether youre bringing the family for a first adventure race or youre an experienced racer hunting points and efficiency, this event is built to be scalable in real time while youre on the course._
Expect a dynamic mix of:
NAVIGATION + STRATEGY (choose-your-own-route checkpoint hunting)
EXPLORE THE CITY BY BIKE, FOOT, AND WATER!
POST-RACE PARTY: LIVE MUSIC, BONFIRE, FOOD, AND LAWN GAMES.
EXPLORE THE HIDDEN GEMS OF THE SODA CITY!
RACE OVERVIEW:
Both race formats use a checkpoint-based (rogaine-style) scoring system: youll earn points by collecting as many checkpoints as you can within the time limit. Your job is to build the smartest plan for your teamand adjust on the fly. Perfect for teams of all ability levels who can build their own strategy to maximize adventure and fun within the time limit.
WHAT RACERS CAN COUNT ON:
Scalable course design: choose a route that matches your ability, fitness, and comfort. All levels can enjoy both races!
Multiple route options in each discipline (strategy matters as much as speed)
Pre-race racer briefing + safety focus
Electronic Scoring + Results Tracking (details posted on race page)
Awards, Medals, and more!
Post-Race Party: Live Music, Bonfire, Food, and lawn games.
THE SODA CITY SCRAMBLE_ AN URBAN ADVENTURE RALLY!_
Fun, approachable, and still real adventure racing
The Soda City Oddity is built for families, first-timers, and beginner-to-intermediate racers who want a legit adventure race experience without feeling overwhelmed. Its still a navigation-based race with real choicesjust packaged in a more approachable time window.
What it feels like: high energy, lots of laughs, and plenty of we can do this momentswhile still offering enough checkpoints to keep faster teams engaged.
TYPICAL RACE COMPONENTS (SUBJECT TO FINAL COURSE DESIGN):
~1 2 miles of an approachable water segment (e.g., river tubing-style format)
26+ miles of trekking with creative route options
4+ miles of biking with multiple routing choices through Soda City terrain
A checkpoint menu that allows teams to do more or do less based on time, comfort, and energy!
THE SODA CITY ODYSSEY _12-HOUR ADVENTURE RACE _
Designed to challenge beginner through advanced racers. Class II whitewater, Single Track Mountain Biking, Wooded and Urban Trekking with strategy decisions!
The Soda City Odyssey is the full-day, high-reward version of the event: longer decision-making, bigger point potential, and the kind of race where strong teamwork and clean execution win the day. Racers can push hard, or race smart, or both.
Ideal for:
Experienced adventure racers looking for a proper 12-hour test
Newer racers who want a longer format with the ability to scale effort and difficulty
Teams who love strategy, navigation, and efficient transitions
HIGHLIGHTS:
Bigger checkpoint menu and more route combinations
Explore single track and navigate a surprising course you will have certainly not thought possible!
A race format that rewards smart pacing + good decisions
Solo and team divisions (team size + categories listed on registration page)
SCALABLE BY DESIGN
BOTH RACES ARE INTENTIONALLY BUILT SO YOU CAN MODIFY YOUR DAY WHILE YOURE RACING:
Feeling great? Chase higher-value checkpoints and bigger loops.
Need to dial it back? Choose shorter connections and lower-risk routes.
New to navigation? Keep it simple and still have a successful day.
This means the race stays fun and achievable for newer athletes without watering down the challenge for experienced racers.
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