BADWATER: It’s a frame of mind, a global family of horizon-chasers, and a statement to the world about priorities and preconceived notions of what is possible. Badwater is a way of life! Are you ready for an epic virtual Badwater race? AdventureCORPS® – the organizers of the iconic worldwide series of Badwater® races – are excited to host The World's Toughest Virtual Race, BADWATER 267 VR Elite! In this race, competitors will virtually and sequentially traverse the routes of all three Badwater® races – the 51-mile Badwater Cape Fear, the 81-mile Badwater Salton Sea, and the 135-mile Badwater 135 – for a total of 267 miles (430km.) These three events comprise the legendary Badwater Ultra Cup, and Badwater 267 VR Elite! Certified finishers of this event - who complete 267 OUTDOOR miles over 16 days between April 25 and May 10 - AND log all their miles with a GPS on Strava - which will post to our RunSignUp page via a unique automated sync system - will receive commemorative items* AND a one-of-kind BADWATER 267 VR ELITE Belt Buckle, but they will have to earn it and prove they deserve it! There is a mandatory Strava club for all BADWATER 267 VR ELITE participants. See this event's webpage for all the requirements and other perks for the VR ELITE race . * All participants will receive a BADWATER 267 VR Elite tech shirt, BADWATER buff, BADWATER sunglasses, and more. These items - along with the BADWATER 267 VR Elite Belt Buckle for Certified Finishers - will be shipped approximately 45 days after BADWATER 267 VR Elite concludes.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 24.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Death Valley, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Badwater 267 VR Elite 2027 — Death Valley, CA?
Badwater 267 VR Elite 2027 — Death Valley, CA takes place on April 24, 2027. The race is held in Death Valley, California.
Where is Badwater 267 VR Elite 2027 — Death Valley, CA held?
Badwater 267 VR Elite 2027 — Death Valley, CA is held at 1 Badwater Road in Death Valley, California.
Where can I find hotels near Badwater 267 VR Elite 2027 — Death Valley, CA?
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