Phoenix Idiotarod

Saturday, January 23rd, 2010
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The 4th Annual Phoenix Idiotarod is ON!!!

The Idiotarod is extra early this year. We've also announced the date extra early, with pricing and registration information live much earlier... so quit bitching.

Start working on your carts, your costumes, and your creative tom-fooleries!!!

The Race will commence at 13:00 (1PM) at Bikini Lounge in Phoenix!

Entry-fees will be on a sliding scale this year. This means that the closer we get to race day, the more you're going to pay!
Entry Fee Structure:

• 11/15 - 11/30: $20 paypal per team of 5
• 12/01 - 12/31: $30 paypal per team of 5
• 01/01 - 01/22: $40 paypal per team of 5
• 01/23 - RACE DAY: $50 cash only

All day-of-race registrations will be $50 per team! ($10 per person)
Check the registration page for more details!

Important info:
1.)  It's THIS SATURDAY!
The Phoenix Idiotarod is Saturday January 23rd.  The race starts at 1:00PM 
(13:00 for you military and European types) MST.  That's when the race 
starts, not when to show up.  You really need to have your team there and 
ready for check-in at noon or so.  All teams will be photographed with 
their carts at check-in.

2.)  Only a few days remain for $40 team registrations!  All teams who 
expect to pay in cash on Saturday will need $50 CASH.  So, save ten bucks 
and register today!

3.)  All teams are responsible for their own well-being!  Pack waters and 
other drinks if you need them.  Bring some energy/protein bars.  That sort 
of stuff.

4.)  The race is "a race" in that there is a starting line and a finish 
line, and a general course which all teams must abide by.  It is not a 
race in that the fastest teams to finish, are not recognized or awarded!  
This is a highly competitive event, but not from the running aspect!  Be 
your theme, and you'll be fine.  Oh, the volunteers want to get to the 
awards-show, so don't keep them waiting too long!

5.)  A few words about Bribes...  Yes, you may attempt to bribe judges, 
and yes, judges can refuse to accept your bribes.  First though, what are 
the bribes for?  They are a way to be competitive!  Out-bribe your fellow 
idiots and you may just get an award!  Bribes will generally NOT be 
accepted as consideration for any other award other than "best bribe".

6.)  Last year a team used actual dog feces as a sabotage tactic.  Please 
let it be known that any team using, or causing the use of, human or 
animal biological waste will be immediately removed from the race and all 
members of that team will be permanently banned from all future races.  
We're serious about this one.  It's not funny. 

7.)  We have selected a route that will be challenging, both physically 
and mentally.  All teams may pick their own route, as long as they go 
through EVERY checkpoint in the order listed on the map.  The planned 
route is designed to give regular breaks.

8.)  There will be an official post-race awards ceremony at a location 
which will be disclosed as teams cross the finish line.  The ceremony 
location will be within a short walk-distance of the finish line.

9.)  Be sure to have designated drivers for after the event finishes!  
Also, make sure that you have a ride home (or at least away from our home) 
for your team's racecart! 

See you all Race-day!

The Bikini Lounge
Please arrive at least one hour early to allow time for check-in. The Bikini will be open early in case you get thirsty.

Please note this important change to the rules and regulations:

1. Any team caught using any sort of human or animal biological waste will be immediately ejected from the event and every member of that team will be permanantly banned from ever participating again. This applys to "unofficial" team members as well. Don't have your friend do something for you in order to avoid getting booted!

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