Pacifico Raft Cross
X-STREAM WHITEWATER CARNAGE
Fun for rafters and spectators, the Pacifico Raft Cross combines the speed of down river sprints with the water slaughter of 8-Ball.
Two person teams will have a chance to showcase their speed, agility, and aggression in a timed qualifying run through the heart of Vail Village on Gore Creek.
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
4:30 PM
IMPORTANT: Registration for this event closes Thursday, June 8 at 6:00 PM. Teams must be registered by June 1st by 6:00PM (this event will sell out).
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Event Overview
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
4:30 PM
Similar to the 8-Ball Kayak Sprint, the Pacifico Raft Cross is a raft race (two person rafts) on the Class II / III whitewater of Gore Creek in Vail Village. Two person teams will have a chance to showcase their speed, agility, and aggression in a timed qualifying run through the heart of Vail Village on Gore Creek. Teams will then be placed in “race pods” of no more than three teams to go head-to-head in the Vail Whitewater Park (1/10th of a mile). The winner(s) advance to the next round. Along the way, rafters will have to navigate no less than 2 upstream gates and don’t forget, RAMMING IS ALLOWED.
Times

FRIDAY, June 9
4:30 PM
Rules
CATEGORIES:
Open (Teams of 2)
EQUIPMENT:
- Raft specifications- Hyside 10.5 Mini-Max rafts will be provided for competitors of the Pacifico Raft Cross.
- Mandatory Equipment includes:
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Coast Guard /ISO approved PFD
- Helmet
- Protective footwear
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- Recommended Equipment Includes:
- Dry-suit or wetsuit
- Organizers encourage athletes to bring their own paddles, but paddles will be available if needed.
- Athletes must wear competitor bibs outside their PFDs at all times.
- Event organizers and whitewater rescue teams are not responsible for equipment rescue and/or equipment removal from the GoPro Mountain Games whitewater courses should athletes lose their equipment during practice or competition.
FORMAT & RULES:
- Athletes must arrive at Whitewater HQ on Gore Creek Promenade 45 minutes before race start to check in, attend mandatory safety meeting and pick up their competition bib.
- Athletes will be placed in ‘race pods’ or heats of no more than three boats. Final number of heats/pods will be determined the day of the race in accordance with total number of athletes registered for the race.
- Athletes are encouraged to use reef safe sunscreen during all competitions.
race COURSE:
- The race begins with competitors starting in a ‘land start’ format at the Covered Bridge.
- The horn will sound and rafters will sprint 200 meters to the finish line at the International Bridge.
race format:
- Final race rules and format will be available during the Safety Meeting.
- Rafters will have to navigate around no less than two (2) upstream or downstream gates.
- Both team members must be in the boat and get around the gate.
- Any intentional contact with the gate will result in a penalty or disqualification.
- Teams that miss a gate will be penalized.
- A raft’s finish will be official when their entire raft crosses the finish line.
- Both hands must remain on the athletes’ paddle at all times.
- Competitors may NOT throw their paddle to finish the race.
- No intentional grabbing, shoving, hitting or horseplay will be allowed. Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification.
- Ramming another team’s raft is allowed.
- Top finishers will advance to the next round. Number of racers advancing in each round will be determined on race day. Rounds will continue until a winner is determined.
LOCATION:
Race start is located riverside below the covered bridge in Mountain House Gear Town and the finish location will be at the International Bridge.
Price & Prizes
PRICE
EARLY BIRD PRICING // February 1 – April 5, 2023
$70/boat
REGISTRATION PRICING // April 6 – May 31, 2023
$75/boat
EVENT PRICING // June 1 – June 8, 2023
$85/boat
*The first person that registers will serve as the captain and pay the full entry fee. All team members much register by June 1st at 6:00 PM.
PAYOUT
Total Prize Purse: $1,500
1st Place Team – $750 ($375 per person)
2nd Place Team – $500 ($250 per person)
3rd Place Team – $250 ($125 per person)
PRIZES
1st – YETI Rambler 36oz Bottle
2nd – YETI Yonder 1L Bottle
3rd – YETI Yonder .75ml Bottle
Prizes to be determined.

Event Map
RACE START:
SUP & Raft Cross Put In @ Covered Bridge
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FINISH:
SUP & Raft Cross Take Out @ International Bridge
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