OX 5 Overlanders Xperience

 2020 Overlanders Xperience 

Overlanders Xperience is an organized adventure in which participants will have to follow a series of waypoints in a predetermined distance and time frame, overcoming obstacles and challenges in order to get the less penalization points to win the Xperience. It will be 2 days of driving (Saturday  & Sunday) you have to arrive on Friday (Friday and Saturday Night camping are included). We use a private property where special challenges take place. Xperience Check-In is open Friday 12:00P.M to 10:00P.M.  Competition will be on Saturday and Sunday returning to base camp at night on both journeys, Modified category could have a nigth ride on Friday night.  A party will be held On Saturday night.

This is not a speed race, not a guided trip either. A GPS Tracker Device will be installed in each vehicle by our technical team to verify your track, participants will have to navigate by themselves in between checkpoints in the time and distance allotted in a road book that they will be given. Estimated driving time for each day is 7 hours but it could be more. We will have a Base Camp suited for all participants that will have basic facilities, Competitors And Spectators will have designated areas to camp,  a raffle will be hold on Saturday night and the awards of the last event will be given to the winners. Winners of this event will be announced via social media and our website on the following weeks and awards will take place on the next Xperience. 

Overlanders Xperience  is divided in 3 categories, Modified, Standard and Tourism. Tourism are considered as spectators but they'll be guided on Saturday on a exploring ride.

All attendees MUST sign Waiver &  Release in order to participate. 

The Three Categories are: Standard, Modified and Tourism.

Requirements for each category are specifically explained in the Rules and Regulations document available at our website, the main differences are as follow:

Modified:

Team must be integrated by Two (2) Vehicles 

4X4 Vehicles with low range transfer case.

Tires must be at least 33” and must not exceed 37” in diameter

Operating Winch, a tree trunk protector and recovery gloves 

Operating Snorkel

Radio communication system

NO Minors  admitted in this category.

Standard:

4X4 Vehicles with low range transfer case

Tires must not exceed 37” in diameter

Each Xperience will take place in areas that are approved for off road driving and will have connecting stages consisting of streets, highways, freeways, and such. Each Xperience will take place in different areas, including different states.

The general area where the race will take place is announced once the registration opens. Base Camp location will be announced 3 days before the event  and the route will be emailed two days before each Xperience.

All Participants MUST sign a Waiver to participate in this event and comply all the requirements stated in the OX Rules and Regulations. 

Tourism:

Any brand vehicle that is 4WD capable with Low Range transfer case.

Overlanders Xperience 

Categories and Requirements

4x4 Categories (Standard, Modified and Tourism):

1. Any brand vehicle that is 4WD capable with Low Range transfer case is allowed in the event.

2. The vehicle MUST be DOT Street Legal (Tagged, Registered and Insured).

3. The vehicle may have any brand or type of tires that does not exceed 37” in diameter for Standard and Modified Categories. 

4. The vehicle must be in optimal operating conditions so the safety of its occupants and everyone else participating can be preserved.

5. Each vehicle is REQUIRED to have the following:

5.1 One Snatch Strap and Two shackles.

5.2 First Aid kit

5.3 Spare tire and spare tire kit (Jack, Wheel Lock key, Lug Wrench)

5.4 Water or hydrating beverages enough for all occupants for three days. (at least ½ Gal per person per day is recommended)

5.5 Snacks & Bites enough for all occupants for three days; you will not have time to stop for lunch 

5.6 GPS navigation system capable of coordinate input and track recording, with downloaded maps (Vehicle’s built-in GPS will not work) We recommend Gaia GPS App.

5.7 Cellphone and car cellphone charger. Store the Logistic Support phone number: 954-391-2635.

5.8 Camping gear that can protect you from the outdoors (Tent, sleeping bag, pillow, flashlight, etc.)

5.9 Bug Repellent

5.10 $30 dollars in single-dollar bills that will cover WMA’s entry fees.

6. It is absolutely forbidden to carry glass containers inside the vehicle for this event. Those who wish to bring alcoholic beverages can do so but only on plastic/metal containers and can only be consumed on camping area and once the vehicle is parked. There is a ZERO tolerance for drinking/driving and/or open containers inside the vehicle.

7. Any vehicle that cannot meet these requirements will not be allowed to participate in the event and there will be no refunds.

Additional Requirements for “Modified” Category:

1. The “Team” MUST be integrated by TWO (2) Vehicles

2. Both vehicles may have any brand or type of tires of at least 33’’ but  that does not exceed 37” in diameter. 

3. Both vehicles must have an operating Winch, a tree trunk protector and recovery gloves.

4. Both vehicles must have an operating Snorkel

5. Both vehicles must have a radio communication system to keep in touch with each other.

6. NO Minors admitted in this category

All attendees MUST sign Waiver &  Release in order to participate.

OX Tourism Ticket: 

Spectator Admission gives you  the right to camp in the park during the event in your personal vehicle and granted access to Saturday party as well to spectators area. IF you bring an RV, Trailer, Side by Side or UTV a separate ticket MUST be Bought. In order to participate in the exploring ride (Tourism) you must have a 4X4 vehicle.

No Refund Policy

All Sales are Final, NO Refund will be issue if you do not show at the event, No refunds or credits for early departure, cancellation or no-show. If the event is postponed for a major reason, tickets will be honored in the new date established. Tickets can be transferable, you have to send an email to overlandersxperience@gmail.com to let us know who is coming in your place.