Adventure races (and racers) come in all shapes and sizes, and you get to set your own goals, whether it’s simply crossing the finish line or standing on the podium. As a sport that’s as much about skill as it is speed or strength, the learning curve can be steep, and there is so much to learn. Here are a number of resources to help flatten the learning curve and ensure your success, whatever your goals!

In addition, check out USARA’s podcast, The Checkpoint. In collaboration with The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast, The Checkpoint offers topical discussions with experienced racers that will help racers, rookies and veterans alike, improve their knowledge of and performance in the sport.

More questions? Ideas for more content that would help the new racer jump into the sport? Email us at info@usara.com. Welcome to the amazing and dynamic AR community!