“Toughest 2 Day Adventure Race in the U.S.” returns to Canaan Valley

Press Release / 31.03.2007

Elite adventure athletes from around the U.S., Canada, & Brazil will be treated to a helping of WV hospitality as they gather for the 16th Edition of the Endorphin FIX Adventure Race, widely touted as the “Toughest 2 day race in the US”. The route, which will travel through several WV counties, will include mountain biking, trekking, navigating, whitewater paddling, and a return visit to Nelson Rocks Preserve Via Ferrata, counted among many racers’ favorite climbs.

“Canaan Valley is the perfect area for these types of races, and the Resort is a first-class venue out of which to host our event,” said Ronny Angel, race director and President of Odyssey. “The athletes will love the sweeping vistas of mountains and high alpine valleys. With Canaan’s stunning scenery and rich history, the Endorphin FIX promises to be a visual pleasure while giving racers an intensely physical run for their money.” Solo racers, 2-, 3- and 4-person teams will encounter areas of demanding mountain biking, trekking, multiple segments of fixed ropes, challenging orienteering, and some great whitewater paddling throughout the 40 hour race. “This season’s course will definitely live up the EFIX’s reputation,\" says course designer, Joy Marr.