Mission Statement of the Colorado River 100
Host one of the largest paddling events in the state of Texas, bringing together recreational and competitive paddlers in an exciting venue, while raising environmental awareness of the water and lands of the lower Colorado River.

Schedule of Events
Race Date Saturday September 5, 2009
Start Location Fisherman’s Park, Bastrop, TX
Finish Location Howell Canoe Livery, Columbus, TX
Packet Pick-Up/ Gear Check September 4, 2009 from
   300pm to 700pm at Fisherman’s Park Bastrop, TX
Mandatory Pre-Race Briefing at Fisherman’s Park Friday,     
   September 4, 2009 at 730pm
Pre-Race gift drawings at Fisherman’s Park Friday,
   September 4, 2009 at 730pm
Adventure Class Start Time 7am, September 5, 2009
Competitor Class Start Time 9am, September 5, 2009
Finish no later than 3pm Sunday, September 5, 2009
Awards Ceremony September 6, 2009 at 12pm,
   Howell Canoe Livery, Columbus, TX

CR100 Refund policy in the event of Natural Disaster.
(TBA)

The CR100 has many expenses prior to the race that are paid for by early race entries. The process of running this race starts 9 months before race day. The race would not be able to continue as an annual event if 100% of the entry fees were refunded in the event of a flood. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. It is our sincere hope to put on the safest and best CR100 event possible. Please stay posted to the CR100 forum for the most up to date race information. 

USCA Race Insurance
This is a United States Canoe Association sanctioned event. All paddlers will need to purchase one day coverage at race
check in for $6.  All racers must sign a waiver at packet pick prior to starting the event.

Safety on the Course
Medical personal and rescue crew provided by

Local emergency medical officials will be notified of the event. River rangers will patrol the waters of the course as necessary. A paramedic will either be on site or readily available within a reasonable amount of time during the event. Emergency medical numbers will be given to all participants. Cell phones are recommended. Two mandatory check points will be established, with a mandatory check in and out. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. USCA rules and regulations must be followed at all times. A Mandatory safety equipment list will be issued. Random required gear checks may take place during the event. Each participant must have a coast guard approved type I, II, III or V Personal Floatation Device (PFD) in his/her possession while on the water. Each boat must have at least one whistle while on the water.

Race Course Description
The race will be staged on the Colorado river. The race will begin in Bastrop at Fisherman’s Park and finish 100 miles down river at Howell Canoe Livery in Columbus. The river is free-flowing and virtually hazard-free, with the exception of the occasional boulder or gravel bar. Good water navigation skills will be an advantage. With low water, some shoal areas exist. However, they are typically short and should present no problem. The water quality is generally clean and clear except following heavy rains, which stir up the red sand resulting in muddy water. With a strong southerly wind, forward progress may be slowed. There are no dam portages on this portion of river. The longest stretch of river without access will be 34 miles.

Mandatory Equipment List
Cell phone or 2 way communication device
Coast Guard approved PFD for each person in boat (personal floatation device)
2 Chemical lights, 12 hour type, fixed to bow and stern of boat for night travel (also called glow sticks or cylum)
Space Blanket
Rain jacket (your choice, a garbage bag will also be sufficient)
Method of carrying at least 1/2 gallon of fluid per person at all times
1 whistle per boat
First Aid Kit (no specifics)
Minimum of 1 head light or bow light

Strongly Suggested Equipment List
GPS
Spare Paddle
Water purifying tablets

Mandatory Check Points
There will be 3 mandatory check points the Adventure Class and 2 for the Competitor Class. The first will be at the 95 bridge boat ramp in Smithville 25 miles from the start. The second will be at the Bus 71 bridge boat ramp in La Grange 62 miles from the start. At least one participant must exit the boat and check in at the predetermined official check point. These check points are mandatory and are required to monitor the progress of the event. They will be managed by the event staff. Failure to check in at these points will result in disqualification, no exceptions.

Night Travel
There will be no dark zones. This race will be continuous through the night. Either a head lamp or bow light is required. Bow and stern chemical light must be lit and on at dusk.  Although there are no required dark zones a paddler may pull over and rest as needed with respect to the cut-off times. Although the river banks are private property the multiple sand bars, and parks will be available for the tired paddler. Beware of river critters.

Cut-Off Times
This event has a 32 hour time limit for all paddlers in the adventure class. In order for a paddler in the adventure class to finish this event in under 32 hours they must maintain continuous forward motion at a minimum average of approximately 3.1 mph for 32 hours. Paddlers in the competitor class will have a 32 hour time limit. Each mandatory check point will represent a cut-off time. Failure to reach these checkpoints by the required cut-off time will result in a dnf status. If a paddler chooses to continue after the designated cut-off time they will do so at their own risk, without the support of the event staff.

Race Support
Each participant is allowed unlimited race support and is responsible for their own support. Any public access points on the river may be used for this purpose. Support is defined as any assistance given to the participant outside of substituting boats or paddlers. This includes, but is not limited to, water and food hand offs, disposal of trash and or hugs and kisses from loved ones. For those wanting to travel without race support, they may self support by using any one of the several river parks that line the race course. Potable water will be available at these locations. Pre-scouting the race course and local river parks is strongly recommended. The organizers of the race will not provide any outside support during the race other than emergency medical assistance.

Unsupported Racer Information
(TBA)

Class Age Restrictions
Due to the extreme nature of this event, strict age limitations will be enforced. Any solo participant must be at least 18 years of age. Any tandem participants must be at least 14 years of age and travel with an adult at all times. No exceptions.

CR100 Shuttles 
The CR100 has arranged for these shuttles to make training and racing more convenient.  There is a fee and space is limited.  Call in advance for availability and reservations. 

Training shuttles provided by Howell Canoe Livery (979) 732-3816 advance reservations required.
Pre Race, Race Day  & Training shuttles provided by Rising Phoenix Adventures (512) 677-2305 or (512) 332-1077 advance reservations required.
Race Day shuttles proved by Cook's Canoes (512) 276-7767advance reservations required.

*Note these are independent businesses providing a service to CR100 participants. 
The CR100 assumes no responsibility for the services they provide.
 

Adventure Class
(Please note this information has changed since 08)
This class is for the paddler who is in it for the challenge and adventure. If you are an adventure racer, recreational paddler or new to paddle racing then this is the class for you. If you are competitive in nature but don't have a race boat to back you up then this class is for you.   If you just got a race boat and are still falling out of it then this class is for you .Three checkpoints will be required for the adventure class. These check points are mandatory and are required to monitor the progress of the event. These check points will be managed by the event staff.  Adventure Class boats include, but are not limited to aluminum, plastic, abs or fiberglass canoes, touring kayaks, surfskis, sea kayaks and sit on tops. (Inflatable's & Rowing sculls are not allowed in the CR100)

Qualifications to race in the Adventure Class
Participants may use any type of canoe or kayak unless they fit the "Adventure Class Exception" below.  Previous Competitor Class racers may not race in the Adventure Class unless they are in a recreational type boat.  Previous Adventure Class winners who won their class in a recreational type boat may continue to race in the Adventure Class.  All boats must be paddled with either a canoe or kayak paddle.

"Adventure Class Exception"
A participant may not use a carbon or kevlar racing style boat in the Adventure Class if they have previously placed 1st in their class or subclass in that boat in the Adventure Class.  (This holds true for either member of a tandem team)

If you have any questions regarding boats or what class you should race in PLEASE email us before you register cr100info@yahoo.com

Although the adventure class competitors are not eligible for cash awards, the top 3 finishers in each subclass will be recognized at the awards ceremony for their accomplishments.

Adventure Subclasses
Solo - male, female
Tandem - male, female & mixed.

Additional Adventure Class Awards
Fastest Plastic Solo boat
Fastest Plastic Tandem boat
Fastest Recreational Solo Canoe
Fastest Recreational Tandem Canoe

Competitor Class
This Class is geared toward the competitive marathon canoe racer. Only two checkpoints will be required for the competitor class. These check points are mandatory and are required to monitor the progress of the event. These check points will be managed by the event staff. Entry into this class will make you eligible for cash awards given to the top three finishers in each subclass. They will also be recognized at the awards ceremony for their accomplishment.

Qualifications to race in the Competitor Class.
Participants must be able to make the Competitor Class cut off times for each checkpoint.  Previous marathon canoe racing experience is highly recommended.

Competitor Subclasses
USCA C1 & C2 - male, female, and mixed
(Specs as outlined in the USCA handbook)
Unlimited Solo & Tandem - male, female and mixed
ICF K1 & K2 - male, female and mixed

Cash Award Distribution (Competitor Class only)
$25 of each entry fee collected will be totaled for that subclass and will be distributed between 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. That means the more people entered in your subclass, the more cash that will be distributed in that subclass to the top 3.

Additional Competitor Class Awards
Fastest overall time
Fastest out of state time

Awards Ceremony and Post Race Party
The awards ceremony will start at 12pm near the finish line at Howell Canoe Livery in Columbus. You must be present to be eligible for gift drawings. Cash and non-cash awards will also be distributed at the post-race ceremony. The presence of award recipients at the ceremony is highly encouraged.

Limited Field
For the preservation of this natural resource and to limit the effects on the river environment a 150 boat limit will be enforced. Slots will be filled on a first come first serve bases.

DNF on the Course
If for any reason you disqualify yourself from the event, you must notify a race official immediately. If you do not notify the proper authorities you will be banned from any future running of the Colorado River 100 and may be held responsible for the cost of a search and rescue.

Unsportsmanlike like conduct
Unsportsmanlike like conduct will not be tolerated on the course. Possible disqualification will be the result, to be determined by race officials.

Litter on the Course This event will have a zero tolerance for purposeful littering on the course. Possible disqualification will be the result, to be determined by race officials.

Volunteers
This event would not be possible without our extraordinary group of volunteers. Please treat them as you would treat you own mother. If you know somebody interested in volunteering please refer them to our email address, cr100info@yahoo.com

Local Parks
Bastrop State Park, Buescher State Park, Fisherman’s Park, Vernon L. Richards Park, Plum Park on the Colorado, White Rock Park, Beason’s Park

River & Road Intersections in Order
Hwy 71 Bastrop -
Hwy 95 Smithville -
Hwy 71 Smithvillle -
Hwy 71 Le Grange -
Hwy 77 La Grange -
Hwy 71 Columbus -
Bus Hwy 71 Columbus -

Local Accommodations
TBA

Rule 100
The organizers of this event reserve the right to revise any prior rules or regulations as a result of conflict, hazard or unforeseen incident.

CANOE & KAYAK RENTALS & SUPPLY
HIGH PERFORMANCE BOATS
Solo & Tandem Unlimited's, C1 & C2's
John Bugge (979) 690-1554 or (979) 776-1100

RECREATIONAL ON-SITE
Cook's Canoes (512) 276-7767
Howell's Canoe Livery (979) 732-3816
Rising Phoenix Adventures (512) 677-2305 or (512) 332-1077

RECREATIONAL OFF-SITE (Austin)
Austin Canoe & Kayak (512) 719-4-FUN
Austin Outdoor Gear & Guidance (512) 473-2628
REI (512) 343-5550
TG Canoe LIvery (512) 353-3946

RECREATIONAL OFF-SITE (Houston)
Southwest Paddle Sports  (281) 292-5600  

* Note the information provided above is for reference only.
The CR100 is not responsible for rentals or their transportation.
Some local venders may offer delivery and pick-up.
Supply is limited reserve your boat and register early.

Maps
These are the driving and river maps you will be getting in your race packets. Feel free to down load them early and print them out prior to the race for yourself or your crew. Your race copies will be smaller.
Adventure Class racers will receive Topo Maps, with the pre plotted points and a clue sheet at the pre-race meeting.  All maps courtesy of Capt Jack copied with the permission of the LCRA.

Driving Maps
Bastrop
Smithville
La Grange
Columbus

River Maps
CR100 Overview
CR Map 1 Bastrop to Smithville
CR Map 2 Smithville to La Grange
CR Map 3 La Grange to Columbus