The Utah Mixed Epic is a non-sanctioned, self-managed initiative. There are no registration fees, no prize pools, and no corporate safety nets. Our primary deliverable is the recording of finish times for those who successfully navigate the vertical disruption of the Utah landscape.
External support is considered a breach of project scope. Resupply must be conducted via commercially available channels open to all stakeholders.
We do not micromanage. Be honorable, maintain the line, and execute the route as filed under your own power. Character is our primary KPI.
Riders must yield to all uphill traffic and non-mechanized users. Be overly courteous and prioritize safety in all interactions on the route.
You will encounter active grazing allotments. Leave every gate exactly as you found it. If a gate is closed, secure it behind you. If it is open, leave it open.
Pack it in, pack it out. All waste (including organic) must be extracted to the nearest commercial disposal node.
Stick to the established route. Off-trail "disruption" or short-cutting through biological soil is prohibited.
Utilize public facilities. In remote segments, follow the 6-inch cat-hole protocol or use WAG bags where required.
To ensure project continuity in the high desert, the following hardware is non-negotiable: