# Record a race course file

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
**Create a new single map**

<https://racemap.com/admin/events/new>\
The purpose of this event is track recording only.&#x20;
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Add GPS devices to the new single ,aü**

Assign one or more GPS trackers that you want to use for recording the course.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/4ZI9S5DjqxMe3yQKtEf3" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Set the event time**

Configure the event start and end time to cover the full period when you plan to record the track.&#x20;

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{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Prepare the devices**

* Switch on the GPS trackers assigned to the event.&#x20;
* Ensure the devices are connected to the RACEMAP server, eg. online status in [Tracker Management](/tracker-management.md).
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Start recording at the start line of the upcoming event**

When you are physically at the start of the race course:

* Switch on the trackers&#x20;
* Wait approximately **5 minutes** to ensure stable GPS signal.
* Open the tracking map and check if you can see the dots on the map.
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Record the full course**

Move along the race course **only in the correct race direction** (from start to finish).\
The GPS devices will continuously send their positions to RACEMAP.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Stop recording**

When you reach the finish line, switch off the GPS devices.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Download the recorded track**

* Go to **Participants.**
* Download the recorded GPS data as a GPX file.

<figure><img src="/files/zq6quRuwGL44RK1VamzV" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
**Upload the course to your race event**

* Open the event where you want to display the race course
* Upload the downloaded file as the official course track.

<figure><img src="/files/gMAQFw0SJgobC7z7m9Uh" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}


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