What is the elevation gain on each leg of the Quad?
Start/Finish to Bike/Run 1700 ft.
Bike/Run to Run/Ski 1250 ft.
Run/Ski to Ski/Snowshoe 1220 ft.
Ski/Showshoe to Summit 600 ft.
Total elevation gain-4770 ft.
As a team, how do we get to the transition areas on the mountain?
Each of the team members who are going to be on the mountain must utilize the shuttle system provided by the Quad staff. Buses will transport participants from the Start/Finish to the Bike/Run transition. Once there, other smaller vehicles continue to transport participants to the Run/Ski transition. From there, participants racing the Snowshoe portion must walk to the Ski/Snowshoe transition via the up hill ski course.
What time does the shuttle service begin?
Early shuttles leave the Start/Finish at 6:00 am and continue until 8:00 am depending on the number of participants.
What type of skis are used for the Quad?
Skate cut skis or Classic cut skis will work equally well for this course depending on your skill level in either discipline. Climbing skins are recommended.
Are ski poles allowed during the showshoe portion of the event?
Ski poles are allowed and encouraged during this phase of the race.
What would be the best gear to buy for wearing in the moutains...to stay warm, yet keep cool enough!? WHITNEY
Depends on weather that day. Layering is important and wind/water resistant. Early morning bike needs golves, and ear protection Dry socks and shoes at bike run, add warmth at run/ski change to skis ad warmth if needed at ski/showshoe change to snowshoes. This is a short all out run some layering can be left behind. However this transition can be minus 30 wind chill or plus 30 windbreaker hat and exposed skin protection. Snowshoe down a fun run. Once back on skis layer up as this is where you can get cold as physical activity low. Run down dry socks. Bike down expect head wind.