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2026 Coastal Traverse

12-hour Adventure Race



EVENT OVERVIEW



More info coming soon!!!



USARA SANCTIONED EVENT



Racers must either have an annual USARA membership or purchase a single-event license through RunSignUp. Annual membership is instrumental in sustaining USARA’s efforts to support the US-based AR community and host an annual National Championship. In addition to supporting the community as a whole and having single-event fees waived, annual membership includes access to ExpertVoice, an incredible resource for athletes that unlocks pro-deals to hundreds of name-brands. For new racers, check out USARA's "New to Adventure Racing" database, a terrific collection of articles that will help you dive into the amazing sport of AR!


As a USARA-sanctioned event, we adhere to USARA’s anti-doping policies. It is your (the athlete’s) responsibility to uphold the integrity of the competition and reputation of adventure racing as a clean sport through educated use of supplements, medicines, and other treatments and to understand what is permissible according to USARA standards. In addition to contributing to a level playing field for all competitors, USARA’s policies are designed to help athletes learn more about the medications, substances, and methods they use for the sake of long-term health. We encourage you to spend some time reviewing USARA’s stance on the importance of Ant-Doping, educating yourself through their collection of helpful resources, and understanding the consequences of doping infractions (medicinal, supplemental, or mechanical) by reviewing USARA’s dedicated page to Anti-Doping here.



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DATE / RACE DAY SCHEDULE



Saturday, October 3, 2026


Race Start: 7:00 AM

Finish Cut-off: 7:00 PM


Post race food will be available after the finish, and awards for top 3 finishers in each division



START/FINISH LOCATION



Cape Henlopen State Park - Lewes, DE



CAMPING / LODGING



Cape Henlopen State Park Campground (<3 miles)


Hotels in:

Lewes, DE (4 - 6 miles)

Rehoboth Beach, DE (8 - 10 miles)




DIVISIONS



Coed Team (2 - 4 racers)

Male Team (2 - 4 racers)

Female Team (2 - 4 racers)

Solo Male

Solo Female



DISCIPLINES/DISTANCES



Biking: miles TBA

Trekking: miles TBA

Paddling: miles TBA


(distance ranges are approximates and are based on completing some vs. all of the optional checkpoints)



REGISTRATION FEES (per racer)



$185 through March 1, 2026

$200 through August 2, 2026

$215 until registration closes end of day September 29, 2026


DELMARVA AR REFUND POLICY



PADDLING GEAR (provided by race staff)



Watercraft, life jackets, and paddles will be provided by race staff.


Configuration info will be the following:


Solo racers: 1 single kayak

2-person team: 1 tandem kayak

3-person team: 1 tandem kayak and 1 single kayak

4-person team: 2 tandem kayaks


**Racers may elect to use their own paddles and PFDs if they prefer**



MANDATORY GEAR



INDIVIDUAL GEAR - Each racer must have the following in their possession at all times during the race:


- Personal food and water/electrolytes for duration of the event

- Compass

- Headlamp

- Whistle

- Emergency blanket

- Rain coat



TEAM GEAR - Each team must have the following in their possession at all times during the race:


- Pen or fine point Sharpee

- Cell phone (must be kept on airplane mode at all times, used only for photos or emergencies. No mapping or GPS functions.)

- First aid kit

- Map case or waterproof container for maps/course instructions



BIKE GEAR - Each racer must have the following in their possession at all times during the bike leg:


- Bike capable of off-road travel (we STRONGLY recommend mountain bikes, as some optional checkpoints will be located on singletrack trails that contain steep inclines, roots, and sandy/muddy spots)

- Properly fitting bike helmet

- Front mounted white bike light

- Rear mounted red bike light (small flashing light OK)

- Bike repair kit (one per team, containing at least the following)

----- Tire pump or CO2 inflator

----- Bike multi tool

----- 1 spare bike tube OR tube patch (OR tubeless plug kit if using tubeless tires) per bike on the team.



RECOMMENDED GEAR



- Plastic map case or ziplock bag for safe keeping of maps

- Bug Spray (with DEET)

- Sunscreen



PROHIBITED GEAR



- Handheld GPS devices

**Garmin watches may be worn if they are in "Adventure Race" mode.

**Garmin or fitness watches that do not have AR mode may be left on in the racer's backpack for logging their fitness activity, but must remain in the backpack at all times and may not be used for navigation or distance tracking purposes.



Delmarva Adventure Sports


Laurel. DE, 19956 - (302) 228-9885