I too shot the Oregon match, it’s a bummer people left because of the hike or weather but they also need to know what they’re signing up for. Weather is an unpredictable variable that no one can plan around and a shuttle to get from stage to stage is a nice bonus but is not something that anyone should have counted on based on the match description. Nowhere does it say a shuttle would be running to get you from one stage to another, granted we did get picked up Saturday morning when we were probably just over half way to our stage but I would not have been upset if they passed us by for whatever reason.
All that to say if you say you do this for fun and didn’t find the entire thing fun then maybe it really isn’t for fun… I was smiling the entire time (except for when I dropped too many points on a couple stages) but that had nothing to do with the physicality or mud or rain etc. Without a doubt it could have “flowed” better in more ways than one but for it being Nate’s first match I have no doubt it will get better as he continues. I wanna see NRLhunter grow just as much as anyone but people leaving early when they should have read the match description (or counting on things not mentioned) is not the fault of the MD.
Quick question for anyone who didn’t have fun, what would have made it more fun given we can’t control the weather or conditions?
- Physical conditioning will enhance your experience and performance.
- Physical Activity: Competitors should be prepared for extensive walking, as the course layout requires traversing rugged terrain and potentially long distances between stages.
- Base Layer: Moisture-wicking fabric to keep you dry.
- Footwear: Sturdy, comfortable hiking boots suitable for variable terrain.
- Weather Considerations: March in Eastern Oregon can be unpredictable, with temperatures ranging from 30°F to 60°F. Participants should prepare for a mix of sunshine and possible rain or snow. We recommend dressing in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions including:
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