(Read Carefully Before Participating)
Acknowledgment of Participation and Assumption of Risk
In consideration of the risk of injury while participating in cycling and related activities (“the Activity”), and as consideration for the right to participate, I hereby acknowledge and agree as follows:
I am voluntarily participating in the Activity entirely at my own risk. I acknowledge the risks may include, but are not limited to: physical or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability (including paralysis), economic or emotional loss, and even death. These injuries or outcomes may result from my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others, the conditions of the Activity location, or the inherent risks of the Activity.
Waiver and Release
I, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, or personal representatives, knowingly and voluntarily waive, release, and forever discharge Major Taylor Elite Indy, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and its affiliates, officers, directors, managers, members, sponsors, agents, attorneys, volunteers, staff, successors, and assigns from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action of any kind, whether in law or in equity, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me while participating in the Activity, including traveling to or from the event or activity site.
Acknowledgment of Negligence
I understand that this waiver and release includes claims based on negligence, actions, or inactions of Major Taylor Elite Indy and its representatives. I expressly release and discharge them from any such claims, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Major Taylor Elite Indy from any and all claims, suits, actions, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) brought by me or on my behalf, or by third parties, arising out of or related to my participation in the Activity.
Responsibility for Medical Costs and Property Damage
I understand and agree that I am financially responsible for any medical treatment I may require as a result of my participation. I understand that I should maintain my own health insurance coverage. If I, or any member of my family, cause damage to equipment or facilities through willful actions, neglect, or recklessness, I accept full responsibility for such damage.
Acknowledgment of Activity Conditions
I understand that this Activity may test the physical and mental limits of participants and may involve hazards such as: terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, hydration, equipment, vehicular traffic, and the actions of others, including but not limited to participants, volunteers, spectators, and event officials.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement was entered into voluntarily, without coercion, and is intended to be a legally binding agreement between parties of equal bargaining strength. It is the entire agreement between me and Major Taylor Elite Indy regarding my participation. No other representations or statements shall be binding.
If any portion of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, that part shall be severed and the remainder shall remain in full force and effect. If limiting an unenforceable provision would render it enforceable, then it shall be so limited.
Media Release Consent
By participating in Major Taylor Elite Indy activities, I hereby grant full permission to Major Taylor Elite Indy, its officers, agents, volunteers, sponsors, and affiliates to use, reproduce, distribute, and publish photographs, video recordings, and audio recordings of me for any lawful purpose. This includes, but is not limited to, use in promotional materials, websites, social media platforms, advertising, press releases, educational materials, and other publications, whether now known or developed in the future, without compensation or further approval.
I understand and agree that these materials shall become the property of Major Taylor Elite Indy. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product in which my likeness appears. I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of my image or recordings.
I further understand that if I wish to opt out of the use of my image, I must notify Major Taylor Elite Indy in writing before participating.
Acknowledgment of Understanding and Consent
By participating in any Major Taylor Elite Indy event or by submitting payment for membership, I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand this Waiver and Release of Liability, and I voluntarily agree to its terms.
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