Apex Endurance Challenge

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1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice FL

Saturday, February 7th, 2026

Apex Endurance Challenge

The Apex Endurance Challenge is an exciting test of grit and stamina designed to bring endurance athletes of all kinds together for one unforgettable day of adventure. Taking place on February 7th at the beautiful T. Mabry Carlton Reserve, this event offers an action-packed 4-hour or 8-hour adventure race. The Apex Endurance Challenge is all about pushing your limits, embracing the outdoors, and having fun with a community of like-minded athletes.

8 Hour Adventure Race

Race Distance: 24-40 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
Categories: Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
Description: Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 24-40 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course. Check points will be placed in various different locations using natural features as indicators of placement such as trail intersections, streams, bays, coves etc. The race will cover everything from single track Mountain Biking trails to dirt or gravel roads, a few paved roads and flat water kayaking.
Boats: Boats will be included in your registration cost, you are encouraged to bring your own boat to this race and will be given a discount to a future race for providing your own boat. All PFDs (life jackets) and paddles are also included in your registration but you may bring your own. Apex Promoz will not be responsible for securing or transporting your paddle equipment or boat before during or after the race.

Check-In and Start Details

Check-In Date: Saturday February 7th, 2026 at 6:30am
Pre Race Meeting: 7:30am
Race Start: 8:00am
Race Day Start Location: 1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292

Disciplines

Trekking or Trail Running
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Awards: 4:30pm

4 Hour Adventure Race

Race Distance: 16-20 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
Categories: Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
Description: Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 16-20 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course. Check points will be placed in various different locations using natural features as indicators of placement such as trail intersections, streams, bays, coves etc. The race will cover everything from single track Mountain Biking trails to dirt or gravel roads, a few paved roads and flat water kayaking.
Boats: Boats will be included in your registration cost, you are encouraged to bring your own boat to this race and will be given a discount to a future race for providing your own boat. All PFDs (life jackets) and paddles are also included in your registration but you may bring your own. Apex Promoz will not be responsible for securing or transporting your paddle equipment or boat before during or after the race.