Turquoise Trail Ultra

Description

The trails are just different at night...Chase the sunset and run beneath the stars at the Twilight 10 Trail Run in the Cibola National Forest. Hosted by the race directors of the Cedro Peak Trail Run, runners in this inaugural event will start at dusk -- just as the sun dips below the horizon. As twilight fades into night, a stunning full moon will light your path through the beautiful 10 mile labyrinth of the Cedro Peak singletrack trail system. Keep your headlamp bright and your pace fast, as the woods at night belong to nocturnal creatures. It is rumored that the "Ghost of Cedro Peak" drifts through the forest when the autumn wind howls, watching runners from the shadows of the scrub oak and Ponderosa pines. Face your fears, embrace the cool October mountain air and experience the thrill of nocturnal trail running by the light of a full moon. Click the link above to our website for more details about the course, link to map, cutoffs and other information.

Rules

No refunds or transfers. Headlamps and/or other approved light devices (no cell phone lights) are mandatory at race check-in. The race director reserves the right to cancel the race due to adverse conditions beyond our control, i.e., National Forest closures, wildfire threat, etc. The race director reserves the right to modify the course due to National Forest Service guidelines that may be in effect.

Volunteers

Races simply cannot take place without the help of a team of volunteers. We are always in need of volunteers and volunteering is a great way to contribute to the running community and to see your friend/family member on the course! Bring a friend or two and spend a day out in the mountains with us! We will feed you and provide you with some great race swag for your help! You can even run one of the races and still help volunteer. We are in need of aid station volunteers, parking coordinators, awards, sweepers, event set up and breakdown. Volunteers are eligible for reduced or free entry to a future Cedro Peak/Three Peaks Racing Event. If you'd like to volunteer, please click on the volunteer tab above or email the race director using the "ask a question" tab. Thank you!

Event's current local time: 2:30 AM MT

What is it?

This event is free and open to all abilities/interests (including doggos). Not sure if you like trail running? Come do a lap and find out. Love trail running but you're not up for a 50k or an Ultra? Join us and try as many laps as you can. Want amazing views on your long run? Cibola National Forest will not disappoint.This event is self supported, so bring your own fuel. I'll be set up at one of the picnic tables, which is the Start/Finish for each lap, with water, some electrolyte mixes.

Race Day Details

Pick Your Distance: 5k-30k using any combination of the provided routes.Pick Your Start Time: Arrive between the start (7a) and finish (3p) times and complete the distance of your choice by 3pm.Check-in/Check-Out with an aid station volunteer to document your time and grab your prize.

Course details and options

This is a looped course, starting clockwise then going washing machine style (switch direction each loop) starting clockwise.5k: 1 short course10k: 2 short or 1 long15k: 3 short or 1 long and 1 short20k: 4 short or 2 long25k: 5 short or 2 long and 1 short30k: 6 short or 3 longOr any combination of the above that totals 5-30kThe course is NOT Marked. Please take time in advance to familiarize yourself with the routes, download a GPX file or program your GPS device. For those without these tools, I will have a few paper maps for reference at the aid station.*All courses are estimates as the trails change slightly with use over time. If you don’t get lost/off route at least once, was it really a trail run?Short Course: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/Q5jLXrkdOXreYmpF3XX7UzeF/Long Course: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/IFHqAFgPGxL6kIsiFy3uEk96/

Restrooms and water

There are pit toilets onsite that are managed by the US Forest Service.Off the Long course, Pine Flats also has pit toilets. There is no fresh water, please plan accordingly.

Respect the land

Participants have a responsibility to protect and respect these public trails.No littering.Clean up after your pups.Use the Bear Proof trash cans at trailheads or pack it back out.Stay on the trails.Use the designated bathrooms.

Aid Station/Support

This event is self supported, bring your own fuel and resources to stay comfortable.There will be a picnic table set up at the start/finish of the laps.This is where you will sign in, mark your time and sign out.Feel free to set up your items at the aid station or bring something to share with other runners.I will have some hydration/fuel options and extra water on site.This is a cupless event! Please bring your own container for hydration.

Volunteers Needed

Want to spend a day in the forest but not up for running? Want to see what this is all about without committing to the trials? Want to make some fantastic friends in the running community? Want to put in some time at the aid station before or after your run?I'm looking for people who want to hang out at the aid station to check runners in and out and keep the area staffed so things don't blow away.

Course Preview

Keep an eye out in June/July for a course preview. I'm looking for individuals who want to do the 5k or 10k lap (once) and provide a copy of their route on whatever platform they record. The need is for users with Garmin, Strava, Coros and Gaia to show up. Plus it'll be a nice morning workout. Details will be posted on Facebook.

Event's current local time: 2:28 AM MT

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