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The Poker Run

Posted on 13/07/202024/07/2020 by Richard

There are races you can bet on using Bookmaker Bonus Codes that present a test of speed and endurance, but a special kind of race welcomes cyclists along with bikers, horse-riders, snow-mobile owners, as well as hikers. What kind of race is that, you ask? We are talking about the Poker Run.

What Is It?

A Poker Run is a type of race where racers are faced with a time limit to complete it, though there are no perks in being the first. There are between five and seven checkpoints along the path. At each checkpoint, riders are presented with a single playing card. The goal of the game is to assemble the best poker hand by the end of the race. Does it require poker skills? No, as the cards are completely random, winning is, for the most part, just a matter of luck. This piece is dedicated to bike races, but the truth is that Poker Runs come in different shapes and sizes, so you can come across those that have motorcycles, boats, and even horses.

Why Do It, Then?

There are a few reasons people partake in Poker Runs. First of all, it’s fun. It is basically a game-type activity that doesn’t require you to be the best athlete, as long as you finish the race within the time limit. Think of it as a more dynamic version of hiking. There’s the start, the finish, and the checkpoints between the two. There is far less pressure than with other races and it has an extra spice in the form of games of chance.

Another big reason people do it is for charity. It isn’t uncommon for these events to hand out their revenue for treatment of terminal illnesses, Meals on Wheels, or other worthwhile causes. Some events even give out cash prizes for the winners and runners up. In other words, you don’t have to sit down and play an old, boring game of poker, when you can be out in the sunlight with your friends with a chance to win some prizes.

What Do I Need?

Every Poker Run has its own set of rules and courses. Some allow you to purchase replacement cards for a fee, allowing you to come up with a hand that is better than what you started with. Be careful, though, each replacement card usually costs more than the previous one.

Other than that, all you need is a bike, a helmet, and an entrance fee of $20 and upwards, depending on the event. Like we’ve said before, each Poker Run has its own set of rules and regulations, so you should read up on those before you register. Good luck out there!

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