If you have . Race Start Times 5:00 AM 100 KmStart at Eagle Point Resort6:00 AM 70 Km Start at Eagle Point Resort6:30AM Marathon Start at Eagle Point Resort7:30 AM Half Marathon Start at Eagle Point Resort, LocationEagle Point Resort Skyline Lodge1040 N Elk Meadows Dr.Beaver, UT 84713Directions, Gear Requirements (100K, 70K, & Marathon) We recommend a rain jacket at minimum for the 1/2 marathon runners. San Tan Scramble 17K: Race Report December 14, 2022; Cave Creek Thriller 50K: Race Report December 1, 2022; All race distances climb to the highest point in the Tushar range, Delano Peak at 12,174 feet. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Up here in the remote Tushars, crowds are rare, campsites are numerous, and views are spectacular. I lover the Tushars. From just past the mining ruins, youll climb back up the 4,000 ft that you just lost, this time on the south side of the canyon, all the way up to Edna Peak just before reaching the Alunite Ridge Aid Station to complete the loop. There are some dispersed camping options within the Fishlake National Forest (Big John Flat Area!) One pacer per runner on course and pacers are responsible for their own transportation to/from these aid stations. Thats how gruelingly spectacular these races are. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. My 24 oz bottle was about half full, which I thought was probably enough to get me back to the aid station to refill it on my way back through. If a second vehicle is found on course at one of these aid stations, the runner can be penalized or disqualified. I think there were portable composting toilets closer to the course last time I ran this race. rocky and technicalnot ridiculous but not your typical Also I grabbed a couple of GU gels and downed one as I left the aid station, saving the other one for the summit. Writing an honest review of this race will inform othersand help the race organizers improve the event for next year. At this point I was back at 5th overall/3rd male, and things were Claim this race to update race dates, course descriptions, upload race pictures, and more. All runners are responsible for understanding the layout of the courses. Christmas Eve 10:00a 4:00p The half marathon takes the Skyline trail with views of Delano Peak to the Skyline Trail Aid Station, then does an out-and-back climb up to the summit of Mt. My favorite part was a small snow field that I slid down about 15 feet in a squatting position, catching my stride again at the bottom of the snow where the trail resumed. I couldnt resist pulling out the phone to snap a couple of pictures at the summit, after I punched my race bib with the hole puncher to prove I had made it all the way up. WeatherThis race can have anything from sunny skies to thunderstorms, hail storms and cold, foggy, and windy summits. a catered 18 mile training run. I need to get mine done, thought he pictures aren't nearly as spectacular. me on a downhill. This message will be sent to the organizers of the event. From just past the mining ruins at mile 48, youll climb back up the 4,000 ft that you just lost, this time on the south side of the canyon, all the way up to Edna Peak just before reaching the Alunite Ridge Aid Station to complete the loop at mile 55. 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. 2017 Tushars Trail Half Marathon: Race Report - Enoch Running Club. After reaching the peak, we quickly went down the other side on our way to Mud Lake at about mile 15. On the way down, I ran across several of runners doing the half marathon, which was an out and back to the peak. If I was to ever seek out a destination half marathon again, this would definitely have to be on the list! After a quick stop at the Mud Lake aid station, I continued on to the next lake, Blue Lake. This view was absolutely gorgeousI had to stop and take a picture. The food was not bad, and the young lady that took my order was nice. Despite starting the season early this year and a short bout of fatigue (which I have corrected), I am feeling great versus previous years where I usually start to break down at this point in the season. One of the toughest most spectacular mountain races in all of North America in a little known mountain range near Beaver, Utah. We will mark the course as well as we can but over the last two years we have seen wildlife and cattle eat or trample our ribbons and pin flags. (LogOut/ (You cant really call us runners on that part of the course.) 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. Volunteer perks include a piece of Aravaipa merchandise or race goody and Aravaipa Race Credits. from Trail and Kale) and 4th man and then the woman who had been first when I saw her but had slowed down and was now the Probably very hard. Simon Guerard, 34, of Cambridge, Mass., placed 42nd overall in 18:50:03. The Tushar Mountains Challenge is a 42.3 mile out-and-back ride that starts in the southwestern Utah city of Beaver. Delano and Mt. Our goal is to be at as many 2016 events as possible, starting with Antelope Canyon on February 20th. In the past, both men had caught me on the first descent Tears of suffering and tears of joy. to be (and actually turns out to be long because It then returns the way they came to the finish line. Yeah, thats not the best way to taper, my brother said. Car camping still requires a camping permit. I'm just always afraid that I might not want to get up any more Would love to find ourselves sharing a start-line again and spending some time together out on a trail. Delano (punch your bib! Continue on, re-joining the 100K route, and youll climb over a pass that opens up views of the towering Mt. P: 602.346.0554 | E: info@aravaiparunning.com, Tushars Volunteers Needed!100K | 70K | Marathon | Half Marathon Eagle Point Resort, Beaver, UT. Race Info Edit Registration. Perhaps none were bigger than Britta Clarks smashing performance at the Moosalamoo Ultra 36-miler in Vermont. The fun begins where the road ends. Michael Greer on 2018 Cedar City Thunderbird 25. With 5 1/2 weeks of solid training to go, I am 100% focused on Bear nowhere we go! so I decided to start out pretty close to the front. Delano. the terrain was a bit tricky and I rolled my left ankle Entry Fee $85 If you would like to join our volunteer team, we are looking for help with event setup, aid station captains, aid station helpers, timing, photography, videography, social media and event breakdown. After summiting (punch your bib!) The 2019 course included some changes due to the amount of snow still remaining on mountain passes. Add to calendar Details Date: July 30, 2022 Website: I choked it down and chased it with a few ounces of water. Scanlan wasnt the only New England resident to finish the 100K. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts All race distances climb to the highest point in the Tushar range, Delano Peak at 12,174 feet. After a 2,000 ft climb, youll reach the summit of Mt. Rates from $119 plus cleaning fee. to run the out and back and first loop at typical long run pace and Yeah, that was crazy crazy awesome!, writing: https://medicineandfaith.com I looked over and saw that the clock which might just barely be possible. Tushars Mountain Runs 70k No views Aug 8, 2022 yetirunner 7 subscribers Dislike Share Matt, Brad, and Eric at the Tushars Mountain Runs 70k near Beaver, UT. Beaver Taco has been recommended to me many times, so I stopped there for recovery food on my way home. (LogOut/ Cross training must be helping. Your photos and stories always make me want to be a trail runnerand to live in a state that has views like what you have! Skyline Trail is a panoramic tour of Utah's towering Tushar Mountains. Keep Going. The loop portion of the course is arranged as a .8 mi/400 ft All rights reserved. I couldnt do any running because I was malnourished and dehydrated, and I couldnt go more than a mile without having to stop for an emergency potty break. rush home afterwards to get to the airport, making the logistics Sixty-four runners finished the race. (801) 566-8786, Centerville How far? she asked, Her eyes got wide. I got some more so I was a bit worried that might happen again, but . Duathlon. From about mile 1 it was surprisingly When we rounded the last corner and started the last steep uphill, the runner in front of me lost all of his steam and I was able to pass him. That event the Tushars Mountain Runs in Beaver, Utah featured high-altitude miles and saw a Massachusetts resident earn a top-10 finish in the events longest race. Delano (punch your bib! 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. I have to remember to lie down more often when taking pictures! That's a pretty solid outcome with no taper and running most of it We went over ridges, rocks, and streams, through forests and meadows. For the sake of safety of millions of college going students, please read the following and sign our petition. going well but I must have been starting to feel tired because right Mon-Fri 11:00a 6:00p One of the toughest most spectacular mountain races in all of North America in a little known mountain range near Beaver, Utah. Youll descend 5 miles and 2,000 ft to the aptly named Blue Lake, followed by a 2,000 ft climb on a forest service access road to the Bullion Pasture Aid Station. Drop BagsA drop bag will be allowed at the Bullion Pasture Aid station for 100K & 70K runners. Shoes: Salomon Sense Mantra / Scarpa Tru (switched at mile 24). As a general rule, when passing a runner, announce, on your left.Uphill runners/hikers have the right of way to downhill runners. Ill have books to sell and time to chat. going as fast as others. Nice report! When the trail peaks out the top of the ridge at 11,400 ft, youll be rewarded with a view of several more peaks, including Copper Belt Peak to the North. Baldy and Mt. Delano. the second woman and then the first, but she quickly re-passed I would call this race a success. Eagle Point Resort, Beaver, UT. Click here to submit new race information and details. *There is very limited parking at all of these locations and is critical that a right-of-way always remains for emergency vehicle access*. Click the folder with pin drop, then Export. In the next couple of miles after the aid station I passed two runners. a bit faster than the people around you. lap times I wasn't actually going that much faster on My only complaint was that the outhouse was a bit far from the aid station tent, off the course by 50 feet or so. A bottle with a bottle belt weighs much less, and is easy to refill quickly at an aid station. Vehicle: 44 or high clearance recommended as it can be rocky and includes at least one small stream crossing (3-5 feet wide, shallow) and some hairpin turns.Of note: in the event there is rain/inclement weather race week and/or on race day, we will likely close Bullion Pasture Aid to crews as the pass between Mud Lake and Bullion is not safe. Hi Cory, your report is very entertaining. The out-and-back is advertised as 7.5 and the each loop as 5.7 for a total of 18.9, with a total of around 4000 ft of climbing; and the plan was to run the out and back and first loop at typical long run pace and then if I was feeling good I would run the last loop at marathon to 50K effort (what's called a "fast finish" run). a single aid station at the start/finish. This is also a good place to talk about my hydration strategy. It is dispersed, first-come first-serve camping around the start/finish area and parking lots. The air is just too thin up there, but even if it were at sea level the slope is too steep. The protocol included temperature checks of all runners before the start, wave starts, and requiring masks to be worn at any time runners were in close proximity with others, including at the starting line and at aid stations. at my usual long distance run pace. American Trail Running Association (ATRA). *Editor's Note: Results are found on a variety of sites, including ultrasignup.com, UltraRunning Magazine, and official race websites. Animals and Pets Anime Art Cars and Motor Vehicles Crafts and DIY Culture, Race, and Ethnicity Ethics and Philosophy Fashion Food and Drink History Hobbies Law Learning and Education Military Movies Music Place Podcasts and Streamers Politics Programming Reading, Writing, and Literature Religion and Spirituality Science Tabletop Games . My watch read 3:05:38, and the official finish reads 3:04:51. Update Race. Join us this July for a spectacular and brutal race you wont soon forget. Please arrive early to ensure you are on time. I was starting to get a bit confused about my place because PacersPacers are allowed for the 70K and 100K distances starting at Bullion Pasture (Mile 41 for 100K runners) or Miners Park. At this point, though, there were three (Lowest or Early Registration), Entry Fee 2 $210 At the aid station they didnt know either, but they agreed that I was definitely in the top ten. and headed back out. Her family runs the Blueberry Hill Inn in Goshen, Vt., where the race makes its home base, and Clark has spent many years logging hundreds of miles on the same trails that compose the Moosalamoo course. All rights reserved. on the climbincluding walkingwhere I was And they dont sell out in three seconds! Miners aid is about 1 hour 10 minutes beyond Bullion Pasture aid station continuing on FS123 & 1 hour 50 minutes from the start line, driving through Marysvale. the hill. Fifty-six runners finished the 70K within 19 hours. Now, enjoy the last 4 miles running at the western foot of Mt. I ran the Tushars 70k this weekend, and can't stop thinking about it. Youll descend 5 miles and 2,000 ft to the aptly named Blue Lake, followed by a 2,000 ft climb on an old forest service access road to the Bullion Pasture Aid Station at mile 28.5. Drop bags: You may drop off your drop bags for Bullion Pasture on Friday evening. His finishing time was 1:53:30, which is a respectable time for a road half marathon if you are an average runner like me. *Editors Note: Results are found on a variety of sites, including ultrasignup.com, UltraRunning Magazine, and official race websites. The morning was absolutely beautiful, with clear air and visibility for miles. Volunteer Signup. Going Off Course | L on Big Baldy Via Battle Creek and. Copyright 2022 UltraSignup. However, if you are still interested in crewing or pacing from Bullion, you can park at Mud Lake and hike the 3 miles to Bullion on the road. This years training was better, but still not perfect. Third only to the Uinta and La Sal Mountains, this place receives little winter mountaineering pressure as well as respect from Utah's avid climbing community. This wasn't really on my training calendar, but a colleague About two miles from the finish I was passed by a runner who looked like he felt even better than me. Over the 70k distance we were. 316 Marketplace Dr Lisa decided to run the 21K, so it was around the top of the loop I caught my toe and went flying. You can even help and run on race day. Looking for more Tushars Mountain Runs content? View details. We will have them at the start/finish until Sunday around 9-10am and then they will be transported back to Phoenix where shipping can be arranged if necessary. music: https://sanderson.band View all posts by Alan Sanderson. so the effect is still to have you going quite With the race starting at 10,500 ft, you wouldn't think there was much 'up' to be had, but it quickly rose to about 11,200 ft in that first couple of miles. Course MarkingsThe race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots and orange pin flags with reflective medallions and our Aravaipa Running logo. All race distances climb to the highest point in the Tushar range, Delano Peak at 12,174 feet. A handful of in-person ultramarathons have resumes primarily in the West as the COVID-19 pandemic continues its spread, and one race during the first weekend of August included a handful of New England residents. Most of them include a kitchen or kitchette and common area. You will be climbing for almost half of your entire race (25 ish miles and 17,600+ feet of vert) and it will be hard. Oh, no! Sixty-four runners finished the 36-miler within 12 hours. We do the best we can to find as many results as possible to report on and recognize the local ultrarunning community. The export will load, and if you have a tracking app on your phone already (Gaia for example), it should ask to export directly to your app. You can pay during your registration or following the direct link below. Course Records100K | Male 11:38:27 Jimmy Elam (20) | Female 14:56:50 Elizabeth Butler (22)70K |Male -8:46:58 Eli White (21) | Female 9:24:11 Georgia Porter (22)Marathon |Male 4:11:37 Timmy Parr (15) | Female 5:03:41 Kacie Enman (15)1/2 Marathon |Male 1:48:38 Craig Hunt (20) | Female 2:20:51 Alycia Hill (20), Past DistanceCourse Records:93K | Male 11:43:38 Mark Hammond (15) | Female 13:03:49 Darci Piceu (16), Results2022 | Results (w/ splits) | Ultrasignup Results2021 | Results2020 | Results2019 | Results2018 | Results2017 | 100K | Marathon| 1/2 Marathon2016 | 93K | Marathon| 1/2 Marathon2015 | 93K | Marathon| 1/2 Marathon, Photography2022 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery 2021 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery2020 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery2019 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery2018 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery. All race distances climb to the highest point in the Tushar range, Delano Peak at 12,174 feet. Her record-setting effort leads off this edition of the roundup. Tushars Mountain Run. UTMB, my coach Emily Join us this July for a spectacular and brutal race you wont soon forget. Tushars is destined to become a destination race. If you like this post and would like to stay up to date when future gear reviews, race reports, and other related posts are released, please follow my Facebook page atUltrarunner Joe! NOTE: Remember, you will need your required gear items to receive your race packet. MassUltra Roundup: Last Skier Standing and Black Canyon Ultras, Forged in Florida: Chance Meeting Sets Stage for Showdown at Frozen Yeti, MassUltra Roundup: Rocky Raccoon and Golden Gate, From Ice to Nice: Sub-Zero Temps Give Way to Warmth at Frozen Yeti. Lisa had already finished and she told me that I'd finished We also have the option for you to rent the tent, cot, and sleeping bag from Aravaipa so you show up to the start/finish with everything setup and ready to go! 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