2025 Sweat Now Wine Later Adventure Race

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Kayak your way on Nimishillen Creek from Martindale Park to the Middlebranch Trailhead at Spangler Ave, NE. Hop out of the kayak and run or walk to Gervasi Vineyard (~2.25 miles). Enjoy a post race gathering at Gervasi Vineyard with music and fun atmosphere. General Event Information: Please note: The event begins at 9:00 a.m., but you are registering for a wave start time. Unless you are in the 9:00 wave, you do not need to arrive early. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the wave time you registered for. What you get: – Custom designed short sleeve tech race shirt – Unique finisher medal – Pour of wine at the finish line – Finisher food and water – Use of a kayak, paddle and life jacket – Free parking and transportation The Rules: — Rain or shine, hot or cold – the race goes on – Must be 12 or older to participate – No personal kayaks (organizers not responsible for transporting) – In the event of unsafe water conditions, this will be a trail run only (no refunds) – Participants will start in waves approximately one minute apart – No interfering with fellow kayakers while on the water
Date:  2025-05-10
Distance:  1.5 Mile Kayak And 2.5 Mile Run
City:  Canton
Registration Cost:  $65, $75, $85
State:  Ohio
Hosted By:  Canton Parks And Recreation
Pros
  • Fun Short Race
  • Well Organized
  • All Kayak Equipment Is Provided
  • Nice Tech Shirts And Finisher Medals For All Participants
  • Free Glass Of Wine At The Finish
  • Chip Timed
Cons
  • No Awards Ceremony Because Of The Heat Starts
  • Race Can Get Expensive If You Register Late
  • Unpredictable Water Level In The Creek

5/5

Summary

The Sweat Now Wine Later Race Is a great race for multi sport beginners or for anyone looking for a short fun adventure. Gervasi Winery is a beautiful venue for any race. Great race swag and there is wine at the finish line!
Posted Jun 09, 2025
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I am a multi sport racer competing in running events from 5K's to marathons, duathlons, flat water kayak races, and adventure...
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