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Coolest Ride and Tie and Equathon

Coolest Ride and Tie and Equathon

  • Duathlon
  • 34 km
  • 14 km
  • 40 km
  • 10 km
7200 St Florian Ct, Cool, CA 95614, USA

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About the Event

Event Overview

Experience the scenic trails of the Auburn State Recreational Area, Olmstead Staging Area, featuring fire roads and shaded single-track trails and paths. The event takes place at Olmstead Staging Area, 7200 St. Florian Ct, Cool, CA 95614 (behind the fire station).

Parking

Parking is available for a $10 daily fee, and overnight camping can be arranged with the ride manager.

Amenities

Enjoy nearby Holiday Market, restaurants, and a feed store within walking distance. Portable restrooms, water troughs, and running water are available on-site.

Event Categories

  • Ride & Tie: Two participants, one horse, switching relay-style or staying together.
  • Equathon: Rider and runner start together; total time = horse pulse-down time + runner finish time.
  • IRON Equathon: Total time = horse pulse-down time + run time. Crew may assist with horse pulse/vetting.

Schedule

Ride Meetings: Friday at 6:00 PM & Saturday at 7:45 AM

Start Times:
8:00 AM – Ride & Tie (21 miles)
8:30 AM – Ride & Tie (9 miles)
9:00 AM – Equathon (6-mile ride / 6-mile run)

Vetting

Required pre/post for courses over 10 miles. Pre-vetting is available Friday (5:00-6:30 PM) & Saturday (6:30 AM). Pulse & trot only for the 9-mile Ride & Tie and Equathon.

Important Information

All participants must be members of the Ride & Tie Association. One-day memberships can be completed at www.rideandtie.org at least 48 hours before the event. Juniors must wear helmets. The ride manager may adjust event rules at their discretion.

Additional Information

Drinks and lunch are provided at the finish line. All vehicles must display a visible parking pass.

How to get there

Courses

Tickets

Apuama does not sell tickets. Check prices and availability on the event's website.
Ride and Tie Long Course - Registration$131.30
Equathon Long Course - Registration$131.30
Equathon Short Course - Registration$98.12
Ride and Tie Short Course - Registration$110.00
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