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
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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
