Please Support Our Sponsors! Producing quality events is a team effort and our sponsors are a very important member of that team. Sponsors help keep registration fees as low as possible and enable us to supply you with plenty of great swag. For these sponsorships to succeed, it is crucial that we support the sponsors who support us. So remember, when the time comes to purchase gear or services, please keep our sponsors in mind and thank them personally for helping to keep local racing alive and well!

Our Presenting Sponsors:

The Bike Lane
The Bike Lane has been a sponsor of EX2 since 2003. They are a ‘mom and pop’ bike shop owned by Anne and Todd Mader. They believe in building community, providing quality products, and offering excellent service. EX2 and The Bike Lane have grown together over the years and we are thrilled to continue this partnership. Visit their store in Burke, VA or Reston, VA (opening in Spring 2008).

HOW YOU WIN WITH THE BIKE LANE!

The Bike Lane Prize Purse – The Bike Lane is providing $12500 worth of gift certificates/swag that we will distribute as prizes at EX2 mountain bike races, adventure races, and adventure running races.

The $1000 Bike Lane Shopping Spree Raffle and Gift Certificate Giveaway – Go nuts at The Bike Lane with a $1000 shopping spree! Purchase raffle tickets at any of our events, online while registering for an event, or at The Bike Lane. The raffle drawing will be held on Aug. 24, 2008, at the last Cranky Monkey race of the season. Racers, volunteers, and spectators are eligible and they DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN. All proceeds from the raffle will be equally distributed to The Washington Humane Society and MORE (Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts).

As an added bonus, those purchasing raffle tickets to the shopping spree will also be eligible to win Bike Lane gift certificates. Gift certificates will be awarded AT ALL RACES leading up to and including the last Cranky Monkey race on Aug. 24, 2008. Those winning gift certificates will still be eligible to win the shopping spree.

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Principle Fitness
Principle Fitness owner, Eric Sorensen, and his small team of trainers and coaches are dedicated to helping every day people achieve extraordinary results. Whether your goal is take your fitness performance to an elite level, try your first triathlon or run a 5k with your kids, Principle Fitness can help you get the most benefit out of your training time. Eric practices what he preaches and is a highly accomplished athlete in his own right. Contact Eric if you are looking to take your game to the next level.

HOW YOU WIN WITH PRINCIPLE FITNESS

Principle Fitness Clinics – These FREE adventure sports clinics are back by popular demand. EX2 Adventures is once again teaming up with Eric Sorensen, owner of Principle Fitness, to offer this series of clinics in 2008. Whether you are a beginner or hardcore athlete, these clinics will help take your game to the next level. Come on out to learn new racing techniques, scout EX2 courses, and get a great workout.

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VA Runner
Jeff Van Horn and the whole crew at VA Runner know running shoes and, more importantly, how to fit runners with the right shoe based on the gait and biomechanics of the individual runner. They are Virginia’s only Certified Technical Running Center and have been recognized by Runners World Magazine as Virginia's Best Running Specialty store and by The Running Network as one of America's 50 Best Running stores. EX2 is proud to partner with a specialty running store that is so committed to quality service and products. Visit any of their three stores in Fredericksburg, Woodbridge, or Clifton.

HOW YOU WIN WITH VA RUNNER

The VA Runner Prize Purse – VA Runner is providing $6800 worth of gift certificates that we will distribute as prizes at EX2 trail running races.

VA Runner Raffle – Stop by the VA Runner tent at each trail running race to check out new running merchandise and sign up for the VA Runner Raffle. You could win running shoes (2/race) or technical tees (10/race). After each trail running race, visit www.varunner.com to see if you won and pick up your prize at the Woodbridge or Clifton store. Racers, volunteers, and spectators are eligible.

‘One String’ VA Runner Cash – Everyone loves FREE money, right? Well, race or volunteer at any of the Spring Backyard Burn races and receive a $10 gift certificate to the VA Runner store in Clifton or Woodbridge. This ‘One String’ VA Runner Cash is good on anything in the store, even sale items. The ‘One String’ – you can use only one certificate per day, simple as that. A ‘One String’ VA Runner Cash certificate will be inserted into all race packets and given to all volunteers. Racers and volunteers are eligible.

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Our Contributing Sponsors:

Accelerade
Bart Forsythe is a longtime EX2 racer, supporter of EX2, and happens to be an Accelerade rep. He approached us about sponsorship a few years back and we welcomed them with open arms. Accelerade is the first sports drink that combines carbohydrate and protein in a patented 4:1 ratio – a ratio that makes all the difference and works because it provides the fuel that muscles need - your secret weapon.

HOW YOU WIN WITH ACCELERADE

Accelerade – Suck down Accelerade at all EX2 races in 2008. Not only will we have Accelerade at all aid stations on the course but we will also have ice cold bottles of the stuff waiting for you at the finish line.

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Ameriprise Financial
Eric Scudder and his crew at Ameriprise Financial have been on board as an EX2 sponsor for a couple of years now. They come to all our races with hot coffee, cool swag, and the desire to meet you. In our busy lives, we all have a lot to juggle and time slips by faster than we’d like. Don’t forget to prepare for your future. Visit Eric to simplify your life and improve your financial wellness.

HOW YOU WIN WITH AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL

Ameriprise Surprise Swag Raffle – At each race in 2008, Ameriprise will give away $50 in swag. They like to surprise us with what they give away but it is always nice stuff. Just stop by their table, fill in one of their forms, and you are eligible to win. They are also known for bringing hot coffee on cold mornings and they tell EX2 that they plan to bring cool watermelon on the scorchers. Racers, volunteers, and spectators are eligible. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win.

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Baird Automotive
Everyone knows that it is tough to find a professional and trustworthy mechanic who is not going to take you to the cleaners. Well, your search is over with Baird Automotive in Arlington, VA. Joey Baird is a longtime EX2 racer and all around good guy. He has been in business for over 20 years, has service awards aplenty, and will always treat you with respect and fairness. Visit Joey and his team next time you need work done on your vehicle.

HOW YOU WIN WITH BAIRD AUTOMOTIVE

Baird Automotive Gearhead Giveaway – Win gift certificates for swag, generously furnished by Joey Baird of Baird Automotive. Racers and volunteers must simply pre-register for any of our trail running races and they will automatically be entered into the drawings. At the awards ceremony of each trail running race, we will randomly select four (4) winners who will take home a $25 (2), $50 (1), or $100 (1) gift certificate to VA Runner. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win.

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CDW
Kevin Adams, VP at CDW and trail running nut, gave EX2 a call back in Fall 2007. He told us that he was an EX2 fan and wanted to support the trail running community. We told him about sponsorship opportunities and he jumped on board. CDW has all the best brands and is a leading provider of technology products and services for business, government and education. Big or small, next time you need to spice up your technology, contact Kevin and our friends at CDW.

HOW YOU WIN WITH CDW

The CDW IPOD Giveaway – You could win one of four IPOD shuffles given away at each trail running race of the season. Simply pre-register to race or volunteer for any of our trail running races and you are eligible to win. CDW VP, Kevin Adams, will help to randomly select the winners. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win.

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Positively Chiropractic and Dynamic Kinesiology
Dr. Kathy Coutinho, is the local ‘chiropractor to the athletes’. Stop by her office and you will see for yourself - office walls filled with photos from appreciative athletes who she has helped recover from and/or prevent an injury. Dr. Kathy and her accomplished staff offer chiropractic, massage, active release therapy, nutrition, and acupuncture services. Come see how Dr. Kathy can help you ‘always move forward’.

HOW YOU WIN WITH POSITIVELY CHIROPRACTIC

Positively Chiropractic Recovery Tent – Dr. Kathy Coutinho and her staff from Positively Chiropractic will be on hand at all races in 2008 offering up their chiropractic, massage, active release therapy, and first aid services to all comers. Stop by the ‘Recovery Tent’ after each race to take advantage of these FREE services. In addition, Dr. Kathy has offered to generously give away gift certificates for FREE massages and chiropractic exams.

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Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (SEAVS)
Scott Stahl, a longtime Cranky Monkey racer, mountain biking fan, and the owner of SEAVS (Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services) has been a sponsor of EX2 for several years. Scott first approached EX2 with the desire to help deepen the awards from 3 to 5 deep. With his financial support, we were able to do this without raising our registration fees. Dr. Stahl is a world renowned exotic animal veterinary doctor and his practice is located in Vienna, VA. If you have a bird, lizard, snake, turtle, or other exotic animal, visit SEAVS for fantastic veterinary care.

HOW YOU WIN WITH SEAVS

The SEAVS Gearhead Giveaway – Win gift certificates for swag, generously furnished by Dr. Scott Stahl, owner of SEAVS (Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services). Racers and volunteers must simply pre-register for any of our mountain biking races and they will automatically be entered into the drawings. At the awards ceremony of each Cranky Monkey race, we will randomly select eight (8) winners who will take home a $50 gift certificate to The Bike Lane. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win.

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Will Ramos Photography
Will Ramos takes amazing photos and offers them to the EX2 community at very fair prices! He has a real knack for capturing emotion, framing, and using light to make his images truly special. He also has an uncanny ability to get to the action and blend into the background so most people do not even realize their photo is being taken. Will has been shooting our races for many years now and we are all lucky to benefit from his talent.

HOW YOU WIN WITH WILL RAMOS PHOTOGRAPHY

Will Ramos Action Photo Giveaway