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By Xpress Staff on 11/13/2012 02:00 PM
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The Asheville Idiotarod (aka Race of Awesome) makes its triumphant return. The event borrows its names from the Alaskan dogsled race (the Iditarod), only instead of sleds, racers use shopping carts, and instead of dog teams, it's teams of fellow idiots — so called because they're costumed and tied to said carts. Which they then navigate through an obstacle course, performing crazy tasks and competing for prizes. Like the "I Piddy Da Fool" award. And the Chuck Norris Award. Registration is $175 per team or $35 per person. The race is Sunday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. http://www.raceofawesome.org.


Calling all idiots

What: Idiotarod 5k shopping-cart race, to benefit the nonprofit of the winner's choice.

When: Sunday, Nov. 18, 2-5 p.m.

Where: Departs from Terpsicorp Dance Studio, 339 Old Lyman St. Concludes at The Bywater, 796 Riverside Drive, with music, beer and dancing. $175 per team of four or $35 per person. Info: http://www.idiotarod.com.

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The Asheville Idiotarod (aka Race of Awesome) makes its triumphant return. The event borrows its names from the Alaskan dogsled race (the Iditarod), only instead of sleds, racers use shopping carts, and instead of dog teams, there are teams of fellow idiots — so called because they're costumed and tied to said carts. Which they then navigate through an obstacle course, performing crazy tasks and competing for prizes, like the Richard Simmons and Zoolander awards.

So how does the race benefit local causes? The winning team picks a nonprofit to receive 20 percent of the proceeds from the race. The organization could be anything, from a food bank to an arts program to a group that combats poverty. The team that wins the coveted Chuck Norris Award receives the fundraising glory, all while making good-natured fools out of themselves. There will be an after party at The Bywater with beer, music and dancing, so you better start practicing the classic shopping-cart dance move now.

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