Obstacle racing is certainly building momentum in the US and beyond; and established events firm Sommer Sports is the latest to get in on the act. The company has just unveiled the Xtreme Obstacle Challenge, ‘an urban race that revolutionizes the obstacle racing industry.’
The Xtreme Obstacle Challenge is designed to challenge competitors with tough but fun obstacles. Xtreme urges racers to wipe off the mud and take on more than 25 high-energy obstacles with featured larger than life challenges throughout the course. The inaugural event takes place on Saturday 29 June 2013, at Sun ‘n Fun in Lakeland, Florida, with events in Michigan and Alabama also announced for later this year.
“We’re most excited about our iconic Dizzy Lizzy challenge,” chuckled Fred Sommer, founder and President of Sommer Sports. “If racers make it to end of what may be the world’s longest treadmill, they face Dizzy Lizzy’s large, quickly rotating, slanted spiral turntable. The race will no doubt be won or lost on this challenge, and it’s guaranteed to produce some laughs.”
Other crazy obstacles include Cubic Conundrum, Matrix, Barrel Roll, and more that lead to a dynamic, elevated fight to the finish line.
The course is designed to test physical and mental toughness that can’t be conquered with strength alone. To add to the entertainment, Xtreme always welcomes spectators free of charge.
Competitive waves are eligible to win the US$2,500 purse and age group awards. Participants are encouraged to tackle the challenge in teams and race in costume for the chance to win prizes.
In addition to Xtreme race support, all participants receive an event t-shirt, with chip timing throughout and an Xtreme finisher’s medal. The race touts a post-race party with plenty of food and drink coupons, live entertainment and a healthy exchange of bragging rights.
Founded in 1984, Sommer Sports is involved in more than 40 participatory athletic events annually in Clermont and beyond.
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