"The Ocho" 8 Hour Adv Race
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Danbury, North Carolina
- Price $128.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at "The Ocho" 8 Hour Adventure Race, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Danbury, Stokes, North Carolina. This exciting event is set in the breathtaking Hanging Rock State Park, which is part of the beautiful Sauratown Mountains. Participants can expect a thrilling mix of hiking and mountain biking, with distances ranging from 6-8 miles for hiking, 12-16 miles for mountain biking, and a second hike of 3-6 miles.
This race is perfect for beginner racers looking to dive into the world of adventure racing without the pressure of longer distances. Teams of 1-4 will navigate through the picturesque trails, aiming to gather punches from as many checkpoints as possible within the 8-hour timeframe. With challenging single-track bike trails and stunning views, including the highest point at Moores Knob, this event promises an unforgettable experience. So gear up for a day of fun, fitness, and friendly competition, and kick off your race season in style!
This race is perfect for beginner racers looking to dive into the world of adventure racing without the pressure of longer distances. Teams of 1-4 will navigate through the picturesque trails, aiming to gather punches from as many checkpoints as possible within the 8-hour timeframe. With challenging single-track bike trails and stunning views, including the highest point at Moores Knob, this event promises an unforgettable experience. So gear up for a day of fun, fitness, and friendly competition, and kick off your race season in style!
Organiser's Description
MARCH 28th 2025
HANGING ROCK STATE PARK, NORTH CAROLINA. SHELTER AT THE LAKESIDE PARKING LOT.
DISCIPLINES: HIKING(6-8 MILES), MTB BIKING(12-16MILES) AND A SECOND HIKE(3-6MILES)
HANGING ROCK IS PART OF THE SAURATOWN MOUNTAINS - THE MOUNTAINS AWAY FROM THE MOUNTAINS. THE PARK BOASTS THE HIGHEST POINT IN THAT SYSTEM WITH MOORES KNOB AT 2,579 FEET ELEVATION. THE PARK HAS MORE THAN 20 MILES OF HIKING TRAILS THAT CLIMB ONTO SPECTACULAR VIEWS AND SOME LEAD TO PICTURESQUE WATERFALLS. THE SINGLE-TRACK BIKE TRAILS ARE CHALLENGING AND ENJOYABLE. THIS RACE HAS NO INTENDED WATER SECTION ON THE COURSE, SO STAY DRY AND COME GET YOUR RACE SEASON OFF TO A GREAT START!
THE 8 HOUR RACE IS DESIGNED FOR THE BEGINNER RACER WHO WANTS A TASTE OF THE LONGER RACES BUT OVER A MORE MANAGEABLE DISTANCE. YOU GET ALL EXPERIENCE OF USING A MAP AND THE PHYSICAL AND STRATEGIC DEMANDS THAT COME FROM THE OFF ROAD DISCIPLINES OF ADVENTURE RACING.
TEAMS OF 1-4 WILL TREK BY FOOT THROUGH THE STATE PARK AND MTB ON THE TRAILS. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE RACE IS TO GATHER A PUNCH FROM AS MANY CHECK POINTS (UNMANNED FLAGS IN THE WOODS) WITHIN THE ALLOTTED 8 HOURS. THE TEAM WITH THE MOST POINTS IN THE LEAST AMOUNT OF TIME WINS. WE EXPECT THE WINNING TEAM TO POSSIBLY FINISH THE FULL COURSE WITHIN 7 HOURS.
RACE PACE FOR AN ADVENTURE RACER IS AROUND 4-5 MILES AN HOUR.
WAIVERS: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
_MINORS MUST RACE WITH AN ADULT._
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CHECK POINTS WILL BE PLACED ON NATURAL FEATURES HILL TOPS, STREAM INTERSECTIONS, COVES OR AT OBVIOUS TRAIL INTERSECTIONS.
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THE BIKE SECTION WILL BE ON ALL DIFFERENT SURFACES FROM PAVEMENT, MUD HARD PACKED TRAILS, AND GRAVEL ROADS.
*
ALL BIKES NEED TO HAVE A REAR FACING FLASHING RED LIGHT VISIBLE FROM BEHIND FOR SAFETY.
*
A HEAD LAMP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL RACERS. WE DO NOT EXPECT YOU TO BE DOING ANY OF THIS RACE IN THE DARK HOWEVER IT IS BEST IN CASE YOU NEED THEM.
*
YOU WILL NEED A COMPASS!
HANGING ROCK STATE PARK, NORTH CAROLINA. SHELTER AT THE LAKESIDE PARKING LOT.
DISCIPLINES: HIKING(6-8 MILES), MTB BIKING(12-16MILES) AND A SECOND HIKE(3-6MILES)
HANGING ROCK IS PART OF THE SAURATOWN MOUNTAINS - THE MOUNTAINS AWAY FROM THE MOUNTAINS. THE PARK BOASTS THE HIGHEST POINT IN THAT SYSTEM WITH MOORES KNOB AT 2,579 FEET ELEVATION. THE PARK HAS MORE THAN 20 MILES OF HIKING TRAILS THAT CLIMB ONTO SPECTACULAR VIEWS AND SOME LEAD TO PICTURESQUE WATERFALLS. THE SINGLE-TRACK BIKE TRAILS ARE CHALLENGING AND ENJOYABLE. THIS RACE HAS NO INTENDED WATER SECTION ON THE COURSE, SO STAY DRY AND COME GET YOUR RACE SEASON OFF TO A GREAT START!
THE 8 HOUR RACE IS DESIGNED FOR THE BEGINNER RACER WHO WANTS A TASTE OF THE LONGER RACES BUT OVER A MORE MANAGEABLE DISTANCE. YOU GET ALL EXPERIENCE OF USING A MAP AND THE PHYSICAL AND STRATEGIC DEMANDS THAT COME FROM THE OFF ROAD DISCIPLINES OF ADVENTURE RACING.
TEAMS OF 1-4 WILL TREK BY FOOT THROUGH THE STATE PARK AND MTB ON THE TRAILS. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE RACE IS TO GATHER A PUNCH FROM AS MANY CHECK POINTS (UNMANNED FLAGS IN THE WOODS) WITHIN THE ALLOTTED 8 HOURS. THE TEAM WITH THE MOST POINTS IN THE LEAST AMOUNT OF TIME WINS. WE EXPECT THE WINNING TEAM TO POSSIBLY FINISH THE FULL COURSE WITHIN 7 HOURS.
RACE PACE FOR AN ADVENTURE RACER IS AROUND 4-5 MILES AN HOUR.
WAIVERS: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
_MINORS MUST RACE WITH AN ADULT._
*
CHECK POINTS WILL BE PLACED ON NATURAL FEATURES HILL TOPS, STREAM INTERSECTIONS, COVES OR AT OBVIOUS TRAIL INTERSECTIONS.
*
THE BIKE SECTION WILL BE ON ALL DIFFERENT SURFACES FROM PAVEMENT, MUD HARD PACKED TRAILS, AND GRAVEL ROADS.
*
ALL BIKES NEED TO HAVE A REAR FACING FLASHING RED LIGHT VISIBLE FROM BEHIND FOR SAFETY.
*
A HEAD LAMP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL RACERS. WE DO NOT EXPECT YOU TO BE DOING ANY OF THIS RACE IN THE DARK HOWEVER IT IS BEST IN CASE YOU NEED THEM.
*
YOU WILL NEED A COMPASS!
Races
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Solo
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$128.20
The format of this race is in three sections Hike Mountain bike Hike -
2 Person Team (Price Per Racer)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$128.20
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3 Person Team (Price Per Racer)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$128.20
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4 Person Team (Price Per Racer)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$128.20
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1790 Hanging Rock Park Rd, Danbury, 27016, NC, United States
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