RACE DAY INFO
It’s our goal to make events that are accessible to as many as possible - runners, crews, spectators, and volunteers alike
While there are some things we cannot change, like unpaved roads or the backcountry nature of some of our aid stations, we are happy to provide additional support to make our events equally enjoyable to folks of all different abilities.
Some examples of this may include, but are not limited to: additional drop bag locations for those with dietary allergies or medical food restrictions, additional crew access, reserved parking and/or assistance at aid stations for crews with mobility needs, earlier pacers starts, or full race guides.
Please reach out to Kelsey, RD, with any requests or inquiries.
PACKET PICKUP & Day Of CHECK IN
Friday 4:00 - 7:00pm at the Buena Vista Community Center, 715 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211 (front entrance)
Saturday, 6:00 - 6:45am (for the 50K) and until 7:45am (for the 30K) at the START LINE (Intersection of E. Main St & N. Court St. Buena Vista, CO; coordinates 38.8432, -106.1279)
Even if you pick up your packet the day before, we require that all runners check in the morning of the race.
Drop Bags
Drop bags must be labeled with your name & bib number and dropped off at packet pickup the night before or by 6:30am (50K) and 7:30am (30K) the day of the race at the start line.
Drop bags are allowed at Speculator (mile 15.4) and Midland (50k only, mile 25.4) aid stations only.
Please keep drop bags to a reasonable size, like a shoebox or large Ziplock bag (3 gallon). Buckets will not be accepted.
They will be brought back to the start/finish after each aid closes on Saturday and available for pickup until 7pm. On Sunday am, they will be available at the start/finish of the Sawatch Ascent (coordinates: 38.740282, -106.161237).
Aid Stations
Aid stations are run by volunteers and stocked with the usual ultra fare, including Tailwind nutrition. Each will also have a medical representative (Basic Life Support or Advanced Life Support certified) on site with general first aid gear.
Each runner should carry at minimum a 500ml flask or bottle as well as a collapsible cup as aid stations are cupless.
RESTROOMS + Menstruation Products
The start/finish line as well as Speculator Aid will have all gender porta-potties available for use. The Valley View aid station is managed by CPW and has an all gender composting restroom available.
All aid stations will have menstruation products available. If you are nursing and need additional privacy support please reach out to Kelsey, RD, directly. We’re happy to accommodate!
Course Markings & RUNNER TRACKING
The course will be well marked with custom markings. Runners can expect plenty of signage around all turns and junctions, with regular flagging between these sections.
Live runner tracking will be available through OpenSplitTime. Those who sign up for notifications for the runner will receive SMS updates throughout the race of their progress.
CREWS & SPECTATORS
Please note, no crews are allowed for the 30k!
Spectators are only allowed at the start/finish line. Crews are allowed to support runners at Speculator (mile 15.4).
Speculator Directions: From 285, head NW onto CR 315 for 2.6 miles. Turn left (west) onto CR 376. See below map for parking. Location: 38.85623, -106.05829
*HIGH CLEARANCE CARS RECOMMENDED, THIS IS A DIRT ROAD WITH SOME ROCK FEATURES 1/4 MILE OFF OF THE 285 TURN OFF,
CREWS & SPECTATORS ARE TO ABIDE BY ALL RUNNER RULES AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING:
No visiting non-crew accessible aid stations FOR ANY REASON.
No interference with any race operations or providing support to runners outside of allowed aid station.
Must be courteous to volunteers, runners, other crews, and the general public.
Crews should attempt to arrive at aid stations close to the time their runners are due.
Lack of adherence to these rules may result in a disqualification of the crew’s runner
PARKING
There are many options for parking in the town of Buena Vista are available. See map below. Please note, there is no spectator or crew parking access at any aid stations.
