A Team Multisport Event
Untamed New England is a team event, requiring teams of 2, 3, or 4 racers
mountain bike, trek, paddle, orienteer, complete
conservation projects, and rope challenges on their way to the finish line.
4-person teams are the main division for prizes and qualification for the
Adventure Racing World Championship.
Team Paddling Skills Put to the Test
For whitewater sections of the race, some
teams choose to portage their boats around the "excitement" . . . this photo shows the
Berlin Bike / EMS team taking an aggressive line down river. The pristine
lakes and rivers of the region make up key elements of the race course, and teams will paddle
canoes and/or kayaks at Untamed New England.
Dramatic Rappel Far Above the Forest
Don't look down . . . but 100s and 100s of feet below is the forest canopy New England is famous for.
Untamed New England racers complete rope activities such as rappels, and exposed cliff faces
such as this one in Maine set the stage for the excitement.
Environmental Conservation As Part of the Race
Teams complete environmental projects while they're on the race course.
This photo shows a team working on
a stretch of natural history trail for the town of Berlin, NH. These activities require teamwork and
problem solving: the clock keeps ticking while doing these projects, so the more efficient
teams can gain an advantage here.
Leanne Mueller  (ATP/Salmon)
"I've done many races on American soil, and not one of them gave us the true wilderness experience that Untamed New England delivered . . . I am going to highly recommend this race to everyone up here!"
Scott Pleban  (ATP/Salmon)
"That was amazing. A true world class course.
The beauty of route choice and off-track trekking, with real nav involved!"
Mark Bottomley  (Team Endurancelife UK)
"A very beautiful and mysterious location, with some wonderful wildlife (moose and the real “trouser filler” for us: a sighting of a huge bear less than 75 meters away!); a very tough and interesting course layout, which showed off New England, and it’s people, to the very best."
Jonathan Neely (GOALS ARA)
"Adventure Racing doesn't get any better than unsupported, multi-day racing in stunning terrain with challenging
navigation and Untamed New England really delivers."
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"I've done many races on American soil, and not one of them gave us the true
wilderness experience that Untamed New England delivered . . . I am going to highly recommend
this race to everyone up here!"
-- Leanne Mueller  , ATP/Salmon
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"A very beautiful and mysterious location, with some wonderful wildlife (moose
and the real “trouser filler” for us: a sighting of a huge bear less than 75 meters away!);
a very tough and interesting course layout, which showed off New England, and it’s people, to the very best."
--Mark Bottomley  , Team Endurancelife UK
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Untamed New England Quick Facts
-Race Starts Thursday August 12th; race Finishes Sunday August 15th
-Race is non-stop, open to teams of 2, 3, or 4 people. 4-person teams are the main
division for prizes and World Championship qualification.
-Race course is roughly 170 total miles
-No support-crews are permitted, but spectator opportunities are available for family and friends
-Race includes mountain biking, canoe paddling, kayak paddling, trail running, off-trail trekking,
orienteering, rope work
Race Locale
Each year, Untamed New England showcases some of the most
rugged and scenic terrain in the Northeastern United States.
This is a race course where there is no mobile phone service, no street lights, no condominium
developments.
For 2010, we're returning to the
Balsams Grand Resort as host venue; the race course is shaping up to be the most
remote Untamed New England ever!
More on the race location is available here.
Register for Untamed New England
General registration is now open for Untamed New England 2010.
The first 20 registered teams will receive a complimentary night at the host resort, the
Balsams, on Wednesday night August 11th. After the first 20 teams, discounted rooms are
available and there are camping and other lodging options.
Teams can also reserve their spot in the race by paying a $750 deposit now, with the remainder due
later in 2010.
More on race registration here
Volunteer for Untamed New England
We're always looking to add committed friends to our race effort, and we couldn't
do it without you! Get in touch if you can be in Northern New Hampshire mid-August, 2010, and
are passionate about the outdoors!
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