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denver oyster / august 16, 2008

First things first... What is this race? The Oyster is the coolest race you will ever do. It is billed as the Ultimate Urban Adventure Race for its uncanny ability to provide pure athleticism with thought-provoking strategy. The race is kept a secret until the start of the race. All you know is you and your 3- or 6-person team will run-bike-scoot/skate-trek-climb-paddle (and other crazy stuff) your away around the host city doing amazing things and performing some creative stunts. OK, so you are now intrigued... Check out the Race Packet for all the details. Or, see our FAQs.

The birthplace of the Oyster Racing Series, the 5th annual Denver race continues to be the series' signature event. Utilizing the Denver Aquarium as a backdrop to the race, the race takes advantage of the proximity to Denver's vast trail system and unique cityscape.

The Denver Oyster benefits Special Olympics Colorado.

There are three race options for our teams: The Oyster (traditional course with men’s, women’s and co-ed divisions), Corporate 6 Pack (the traditional course, but designed for 6-person teams with 3 on the course

at any given time) and the Family Fun Division (a shorter course consisting of 3-4 legs and 10-15 miles) .

With a variety of divisions, unique setting, various athletic modes and some brain teasers, The Oyster is perfectly positioned to please elite athletes to weekend warriors.

Still not sure what the race is? Check out our YouTube video.

Or, download the definitive Race Book with all you need to know.

Event Schedule:

July 16th / 7:00pm - Pre-race seminar: "Cracking the Oyster". Learn the ins and outs of the Oyster from our pro athletes. Held at Irish Snug (1201 E. Colfax).

August 15th / 4:00pm-7:00pm: Team Check-in at TBA

Race Day/August 16th:

Traditional Course & Corporate 6 Pack

6:00 a.m. Teams arrive and select transition area

8:00 a.m. Teams line-up and are handed 1st set of directions

(aka 1st passport)

8:05 a.m. Starting Line Opens

9:00 a.m. Starting Line Closes

4:01 p.m. Course swept

2:30 p.m. Post Race Celebration and Awards Ceremony Starts*

5:00 p.m. Post Race Celebration and Awards Ceremony Ends*

*Post Race Ceremony start/end time subject to change depending upon number of teams to finish.

Family Fun Division

8:30 a.m. Teams arrive and select transition area

10:00 a.m. Teams line-up and are handed 1st set of directions (aka 1st passport)

10:05 a.m. Starting Line Opens

11:00 a.m. Starting Line Closes

2:01 p.m. Course swept

2:30 p.m. Post Race Celebration and Awards Ceremony Starts*

5:00 p.m. Post Race Celebration and Awards Ceremony Ends*

*Post Race Ceremony start/end time subject to change depending upon number of teams to finish.