PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY, BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL GIVE UP IMPORTANT LEGAL RIGHTS.
This is a binding legal agreement. As a participant in the Odyssey of the VOG bicycle ride, the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to the following terms. Disclaimer: The Odyssey VOG LLC, its organizer, officers, members, employees, coaches, volunteers, officials, participants, clubs, agents, sponsors, owners/operators of facilities, and representatives (the “Organization”) are not responsible for any injury, damage or loss of any kind suffered by a Participant during, or as a result of, any program, activity or event, caused in any manner whatsoever including, but not limited to, the negligence of the Organization.
Description of Risks
In consideration of my participation in such programs, activities and events, I hereby acknowledge that I am aware of the risks and hazards associated with or related to Cycling. The risks and hazards of Cycling include, but are not limited to:
• Injuries from executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques;
• Injuries from the activities of others who may or may not be associated with the Organization;
• Injuries from grass, turf and other surfaces including bacterial infections and rashes;
• Injuries resulting from falls to the ground due to uneven or irregular terrain or surfaces;
• Injuries from collisions with walls and equipment and from injuries resulting from being a spectator;
• Injuries resulting from failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment;
• Spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed;
• Injuries from extreme weather conditions which may result in heatstroke, sunstroke or hypothermia;
• Injuries from contact, colliding or being struck by other participants, spectators, equipment or vehicles;
• Injuries resulting from vigorous physical exertion and strenuous cardiovascular workouts;
• Injuries from exerting and stretching various muscle groups; and
• Travel to and from events which are an integral part of the organization’s activities.
Furthermore, I am aware:
• That injuries sustained in cycling can be severe or fatal;
• That I may come into close contact with other participants, including the possibility of accidental and unexpected contact;
• That I may experience anxiety while challenging myself during the activities;
• That my risk of injury is reduced if I follow all rules laid out by the Organization;
• That my risk of injury increases as I become fatigued; and that I have had full opportunity to make enquiry as to the nature of any risks that I am undertaking.
Release of Liability and Participant Agreements
In consideration of the Organization allowing me to participate, I agree:
a) To assume all risks arising out of, associated with or related to my participation; b) To be solely responsible for any injury, loss or damage that I might sustain while participating;
c) To release the Organization from liability for any and all claims, demands, actions and costs that might arise out of my participating, even though such risks, injuries, loss, damage, claims, demands, actions or costs may have been caused by the negligence of the Organization.
d) That I will not ride this route in the situation where I feel sick or ill, or if I have felt sick or ill recently. I will follow all CDC guidelines associated with risk mitigation for COVID-19, and those asked of me by Odyssey VOG LLC. I also understand that I may be exposed to COVID-19 during my time on route, and will immediately follow all CDC guidelines should I believe this to be the case. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.html
e) That I have sufficient knowledge and experience to participate in a self-supported bicycle event, which has limited services (such as food, water, bike repair).
Governing Law:
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Oregon and the parties irrevocably agree that any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement will be subject to and within the jurisdiction of the laws of Oregon and the United States applicable therein. Both parties agree that any action or proceeding relating to this Agreement will be brought to a court of competent jurisdiction in the state of Oregon, USA. Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have read this agreement, that I have executed this agreement voluntarily, and that this agreement is to be binding upon myself, my heirs, executors, administrators and representatives.
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