A little bit of insight as to what goes on in a RAAM race. Below you will see text alerts sent out by race headquarters (HQ) receive to make sure we are Aware of hazards ahead. Take a look – you’ll see, it just adds to the ‘crazy factor’ of this event
FR:RAAMHQ
We have reports of dust devils going into Congress. A dust devil can be extremely dangerous and will pick up a rider if it is big enough. Be careful.
FR:RAAMHQ
TS13-TS14 Wild horses in road around mile 19.2.
FR:RAAMHQ
Watch for packs of wild dogs on the Navajo Reservation at all times. Especially around towns and buildings.
FR:RAAMHQ
We have a report of a fire between TS8-TS9 at mile 45.9. Air quality is still fine but firefighters are staging so please be careful in that area.
FR:RAAMHQ
We have cows in the road at Mile 32 between TS11-TS12. Livestock can be encountered at any time – use caution.
FR:RAAMHQ
Racers coming into Durango – There is severe weather at about 14 miles from Durango with wind, rain, and hail. Use extreme caution.