FAQ
Q. WHAT CATEGORY DO I REGISTER FOR?
SPORT
This category is recreational runners who love to get out on the trail and discover the love of the great outdoors with the trail running family. No matter your level it’s all about the experience and the trail running family atmosphere will give you a reason to keep coming back.
MASTERS 45+
This category is for those that still like to compete at a higher level but can’t keep up with the youth. It allows for smiles to return instead of grumbles of, “if only I were younger”.
ELITE
This category is for professional & sponsored athletes or those building a resume to become sponsored. Not sure if you fit? Email us.
Q. WHEN DOES MY TIME START ?
Your timing chip will start when you physically cross the starting line.
Q. CAN I FOLD MY BIB?
Your bib has a timing strip on the back, please do not fold this timing chip to ensure an accurate time. All bibs must be fully visible on the right front of leg or front of shirt. Please no bibs on the back.
Q. DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN WATER AND WATER BOTTLES?
We are a cupless event and ask all runners to have their own water bottles. Our aid stations will be stocked with Gnarly Fuel2O and water but will not have cups. If you forget a hydration vessel, we will have a few Hydrapak collapsible cups at packet pick up for sale. The goal is to minimize waste.
Q. ARE THERE CUTOFF TIMES?
Yes, we’ll send information in athlete emails with specific information about cutoff times per venue.
Q. ARE PACERS ALLOWED?
No pacers please, our races are short.
Q. CAN I INSPECT THE COURSE PRIOR TO THE RACE?
Yes, we encourage it and even have preview runs on the Mt Si and North Bend courses.
Q. AM I GOING TO GET LOST? HOW WELL MARKED IS THE COURSE?
We mark the course exceptionally well, we pride ourselves on our course marking.
Q. CAN I DROP OUT?
Yes, you must inform an aid station, course marshall, or medical staff, they will help you to an arrange a way back from your area. If transport is not needed and it’s not a medical issue, you can turn around at any point, please be mindful of other racers on course.
Q. ARE TRACTION DEVICES ALLOWED ON MY SHOES?
Traction devices such as MicroSpikes are allowed but not required.
Q. ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
No dogs please.
Q. CAN I PICK UP MY FRIENDS BIB / PACKET FOR THEM ?
No, each athlete will need to pick up their own Bib / Packet.
Q. WHAT SHOULD I WEAR ?
Athletic clothes & mountain running shoes. Be prepared for mountain weather & potentially freezing conditions, even if it is a nice day – bring warm layers and light rain layers because conditions can change quickly in the high alpine. At all of our events if the weather conditions are unfavorable, we may require mandatory gear.
Q. CAN MY FRIENDS & FAMILY COME WATCH?
We encourage it, vendor village is a great place for spectating. As well as spectating along the course, please be sure to stay on marked course, be respectful of day hikers in the area, and be in position in advance of the race to ensure you do not disturb the athletes.
Q. HOW MANY BEGINNERS SIGN UP, I’M NERVOUS BECAUSE I’VE NEVER DONE A RACE BEFORE?
Approx 70% of registrations are Sport category. We have first-timers at every race. Ages 7-77 have completed our races. Please join us!
Q. ARE TREKKING POLES ALLOWED?
Yes. They must be carried for the entire race.
Q. WILL THERE BE PRODUCT DEMOS ?
Yes. Our title sponsor Dynafit will provide shoe demos, visit their tent in our festival village.
Q. ARE HEADPHONES ALLOWED?
We suggest no headphones in the high alpine due to areas with rockfall hazards and potential wildlife hazards along the trail.
Q. DO YOU MAKE REAL-TIME UPDATES ON COURSE CONDITIONS, ETC, WHERE CAN I FIND THAT INFO?
Yes, we post course condition updates on our website, Instagram, and within racer emails prior to the race.