I have to remember to lie down more often when taking pictures! We try to keep race listings up-to-date, but sometimes miss updates. One of the toughest most spectacular mountain races in all of North America in a little known mountain range near Beaver, Utah. *There is very limited parking at all of these locations and is critical that a right-of-way always remains for emergency vehicle access*. As far as the race, it was very well organized, especially for an inaugural race event, and had a similar feeling experienced at every other Ultra Adventures race. This continues to develop into one of the premiere race series in one of the most beautiful regions of the country thanks to Matt Gunn and his team. Beyond that beautiful courses though, the feeling of community and love for the outdoors is stronger at UA events than any other I have experienced. While the series is finished for 2015, you should definitely look into running in one or more of the seven races in 2016. Tushars Mountain Run. On the first climb I quickly passed the 3rd (who turned Half a mile past the aid station I started up Delano. pick up my pace for the fast finish section. climbing pretty well, so I'd close in on them or even The Tushar Mountains are a hidden gem of high altitude peaks, mountain canyons, alpine lakes and stunning terrain. The 70k was a perfect distance for me, seeing a full day of the mountains and finishing before it got too tough. turned out to be the first and second women. Job Description. The race had a 5am start under the light of a Blue Moon. It started with just enough of a downhill to warm up the legs before we moved right into the first climb of the course. With the race starting at 10,500 ft, you wouldnt think there was much up to be had, but it quickly rose to about 11,200 ft in that first couple of miles. After some relatively manageable ups and downs, we started the first major climb of the day at mile 10, which culminated on the first of three peaks (and the tallest) on the course, Delano Peak. At 12,169 ft, the view was amazing, however, the 2,000 ft climb in 2 miles to get there was a lung burner. Still, the surroundings (which included a herd of mountain goats in the distance) made it more than bearable. Despite these setbacks, I felt pretty good on race morning. This message will be sent to the organizers of the event. 2023 QMT - Over Forty Elite Trail Runners On The Starting Line, Going "All In" With Western States 100 Champion Andrew Miller, Applications Now Open for DYNAFIT Trail Hero 2023, ATRA Member Inov-8 Heats Things Up With TRAILFLY G 270 V2 Launch. I passed a lot of runners on the way down, but I think they were mostly running the longer distances. Join us this August for a spectacular and brutal race you won't soon forget. Oh, no! (LogOut/ . Training. Click Export.Phone:On left side of screen there will be 4 icons. I lover the Tushars. What a beautiful course! He must have really held back at the start of the race to have so much reserve for the end. Yes, the rest of the course is gorgeous and great trail running, but Tushars wouldnt be Tushars without Delano. Salt Lake City, UT 84106 100K runners will hit this aid station twice (mile 28.4 & 41.3). Individual members receive our quarterly Trail Times newsletter, drawings for FREE race entries & more. First Name. Holly. Also just as I thought very entertaining :)#. then if I was feeling good I would run the last loop at marathon to The trail skirts around the side of the mountain and around mile four peers off a high point along the ridge into the backside of Mt. Tailwind, grabbed a gel, told them I wasn't badly hurt, Race TimingWe will be utilizing a chip timing system at this event to record your time at the finish. Reusable Cup*Our intent here is to have all participants running with their course on their phone and/or a GPS device such as a watch. Ran the Tushars Mountain Run 70k Utah US! a problem but either could have been and with UTMB coming up Going Off Course | L on Big Baldy Via Battle Creek and. Eagle Point Ski Resort1040 N Elk Meadows Dr.Beaver, UT 84713Directions, Saturday, July 294:15-7:30 AM at the Eagle Point Ski Resort Skyline Lodge (Start/Finish), Eagle Point Resort -Skyline Lodge1040 N Elk Meadows Dr.Beaver, UT 84713Directions. 2019 Tushars Mountai on 2017 Tushars Trail Half Marath. The event was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but when it returned in 2021 Marsh was there again at the starting line. The Tushar Mountains are a hidden gem of high altitude peaks, mountain canyons, alpine lakes and stunning terrain. The air is just too thin up there, but even if it were at sea level the slope is too steep. heat up and there wasn't much shade. Aid Station HelpersWe cannot produce these trail runs without the help of our amazing volunteer team. Detailed information on Tushars Mountain Run, provided by ahotu Marathons with news, interviews, photos, videos, and reviews. And then at the last minute my friend From about mile 1 it was surprisingly Huntsville, United States. You will probably cry. 2023 American Trail Running Association. Usually a small local race like this would be pretty laid back and one woman in front of me, which put me in fourth overall On the downhill I pulled out a few more stops, and I felt better and better the thicker the air got. to feel competitive at this point, so I had to make some When I reached the top of a climb I would feel my legs like springs, begging to run again. It includes the following events: 100 K, Marathon Trail Run, and Half Marathon Trail Run. (LogOut/ Having the track on you at all times can be an important piece of mind if you come to spot on course where youre unsure of where to go. *Prices include all Taxes but do not include any online registration fees charged by Ultra SignupShirts guaranteed with registration if ordered by 7/7, otherwise shirts will be available on race day if there are extras. Black Friday They were moving There was mud all around, and as I saw another runner hesitate to step in it I said, This isnt the only mud well see today. As long as there was less mud than the Mohican Trail Run then I knew I would be fine. Race PerksGender specific cut race shirtChip timed race results displayed at finish lineScenic and challenging courseWell stocked aid stations every 4.0 to 7.3 milesPost race food & socializing100K: Custom finisher award from Aravaipa Artworx70K, Marathon, 1/2 Marathon: Custom finisher medal from Aravaipa Artworx. Plus, I was even able to switch Example for phone: Gaia app (free, works in airplane mode)If you are using your watch for a GPS track, we highly recommend also carrying a phone in case of an emergency. The ride climbs into the high mountains east of the city, to the end of the paved highway, and then turns around for the return descent. Like Scanlan, Guerard is also preparing for Run Rabbit Run. I keep hearing the same things about these races: people say they are both the hardest and most beautiful trails they have ever encountered. After dropping down into and traversing a vast valley, youll climb up to the Alunite Ridge Aid Station, located near some old mining ruins around mile 8. The Tushars Mountain Runs are staged out of Eagle Point Resort at an elevation of over 10,000 feet. In the events other ultra distance the 70K two New England residents amassed 12,600 feet of vertical gain apiece and secured hard-earned finishes. Because this was just wedged in and not really part of my build for Eventually The course is laid out as a (mostly) out-and-back followed by two loops, with Visit live.aravaiparunning.com to follow along. Come find out for yourself why this is a MUST DO race.The Tushars Mountain Runs are staged out of Eagle Point Resort at an elevation of over 10,000 feet. After dropping down into and traversing a vast valley, youll climb up to the Alunite Ridge Aid Station, located near some old mining ruins around mile 8. Join us this July for a spectacular and brutal race you won't soon forget. You can even help and run on race day. July came to a close with lots of racing by New England ultrarunners at events in the Northeast and beyond. Sat, Jul 27, 2019. It was my best race finish ever! At the top of the hill I started running again and crossed the finish line at 3:00:27 (24 minutes faster than my 2017 finish), ending up in 8th place overall, 5th place mens, and 1st place in the over 40s. pass them on the way up and then they'd pass me on the way down. The case was registered at P.S. ), the high point of the course, and then descend nearly the same distance before hitting the doubletrack that youll follow downhill for less than a mile down to Skyline aid station at mile 15.5. and "on the podium" as they say (though there's no actual NOTE: These sections can be considered some of the most difficult on the course. I did get a chance to see what race I also felt a mild headache, which I thought was probably the first signs of altitude sickness. The Tushar Mountains are truly a hidden gem of Utah (shhh, dont tell anyone). These mountains stand high above the city of Beaver, Utah to the East and this past weekend were the site of the final race of the 2015 Ultra Adventures Grand Circle Trail Series. As a part of the U.S. Skyrunning series it stood to be a huge test, but being in its inaugural year, no one quite knew what they were getting themselves into. Leading up to the race, I was debating on whether to sign up for the marathon distance or the 93K. In the end, I decided that the marathon wouldnt be far enough for what I wanted to accomplish so I decided to sign up for the 93K and play it by ear. I approached Tushars more like a training run as I continue to stay focused on the Bear 100 at the end of September, which is my keystone race of the year. While I didnt know how race day would turn out, I decided early on that, while it was going to be hard and I needed to push myself, I didnt want to overdo it and risk the remainder of my training for Bear. So, with that said, I lined up at the start. 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