If you’d like to take a look at the 2008 Ultra O-gaine course, download the map with this Google Earth file. Open the file in Google Earth and have fun exploring the course. You can even head on over to the Race HQ Chat Room and talk about the course with others!
I had problems loading the kmz file in Google Earth on my Mac (tested fine on Windows). If you’re a Mac user and got it to work, let me know the version you’re using in the comments.
Just a quick note about the Ultra O-gaine. If you are thinking about registering for the UOG, you should consider doing so shortly. Registration will remain open until May 5th, 2008. After May 5th, we will no longer accept registrations. We stop registration early so we can order the correct number of maps and allow proper time for printing and shipping. Don’t let your chance at participation in this fun navigation event pass you by!
See you in May!
Kevin and Patrick
Ever heard of Buster Martin? Me either until this morning. As it turns out, Buster will be running the London Marathon this weekend. While running a marathon is certainly a great acheivement, Buster’s marathon will trump your marathon. Why? Well, let’s just say Buster is a senior. To be exact, he’s 101 years old.
Buster is trying to become the “world’s oldest competitive runner.” For a guy 101 years old, he certainly doesn’t look like it. After finishing up a half maraton, these were the first words from Buster: “Where’s my beer?” Gotta love his spunk.
If you want to save some cash while registering for the Ultra O-gaine, you need to do so before April 2nd. Early registration saves you $10 and guarantees that you get a swag item. After April 1st, the price increases by $10 and you are no longer guaranteed to receive a swag item. We have to place our swag order shortly after April 1st so while we do order a few extras, they will not last.
Registration trends for 2008 are running ahead of 2007 trends. At this pace, it’s fairly likely we will sell out of the 100 slots we have open. We’re very excited that all these folks will come out and enjoy a great day in the woods with us. Will you be one of them?
In what may be of interest to nearly none of our core audience, our website has been optimized with a few iPhone (and iPod touch) specific touches. If you’re browsing our website with Mobile Safari, you might notice things look better here than on some other websites you visit. We’ve optimized the screen size so you have to zoom in/out less. We’ve also added custom Web Clip bookmark icons for the A24 and UOG websites. Gadgets and adventure racers go hand in hand some maybe others besides Cathi and I will notice the changes. If not, it didn’t take much time anyways!
