April 19, 2014 9am
4-Mile, 9-Mile and Half-Marathon
Pipestone Canyon: Winthrop, WA
A fun, beautiful and challenging trail run in the Methow's unique Pipestone Canyon.
Course Information:
Four-mile: a mix of singletrack and doubletrack, this loop has a couple of rolling hills in and out of the forest, with about 300 feet of climbing.
Nine-mile: this loop starts going down Pipestone Canyon. You'll refuel at the well-stocked aid station about four miles in, then start a long climb up Pipestone ridge, with some steep climbs and lots of snow-capped mountain views. There is about 1700 feet of climbing and some technical trails. If you are familiar with the race, this is the opposite direction (counter-clockwise).
Half-marathon: put the two loops together into a figure eight and get about 2000 feet of climbing.
Register online or send a check with this form. We will have day-of-race registration, from 7:30-8:15.
Other information:
Bib pick-up: Saturday morning from 7:15-8:15
The weather in April is often like the pictures below, warm and sunny. The day after these pictures were taken, however, it was raining, so be prepared for everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Methow Valley Inn, in Twisp, is close to the start and offers a discount to runners. Call to reserve your room at (509) 997-2253.
Want to stay in Winthrop? North Cascades Mountain Hostel is also offering a discount to race participants. Call (509) 669-0568.
We're excited to have La Sportiva on board as a sponsor. We'll have three pairs of shoes to give away, as well as some swag from them and other companies we like.
Food will be available after the race for all participants. Awards will be given for under 18, open (18-39), masters (40-60) and super-masters (60+).
Directions to the start:
The race is on Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife land, so a Discover pass is required to park. Please respect our state lands and our ability to host events, by bringing your pass.
Please, please carpool!
From Winthrop (allow 25 minutes):
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From Twisp (allow 30 minutes):
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