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Individual Marathon Run
Individual Marathon Run
The Individual Marathon is a very challenging trail run held on the beautiful American Birkebeiner Trail, the Trail used in the Winter for the American Birkebeiner Cross-Country Ski Marathon. The final leg of the course is run on the Kortelopet Trail. These trails are mowed, relatively smooth, but hilly and challenging. Fall is a beautiful time on the trail!
Trail Run Event Fees
| Event | Early Reg. (Until 9-3-10) | Late Reg. (9-4 to 9-24-10) | Race Day Reg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Marathon | $50 | $60 | $70 |
| Half-Marathon | $40 | $50 | $60 |
| 5K Fun Run/Walk | $20 | $25 | $30 |
Individual Marathon Run Course Description
- Mile markers will be placed on the trail every mile indicating the number of miles remaining to the finish line. Signs will also be placed on the trail marking 1/2 mile and 1/4 mile to the finish line.
- Marathon runners may encounter Marathon Relay, Half Marathon and 5K runners, and Birkie Trek Nordic walkers on the trail, especially near the end of the race.
- Aid Stations are located at: Mosquito Brook, Gravel Pit, 16.5K, "OO", Boedecker, Fire Tower, Timber Trail, and 4K from the Finish Line on the Korte Course
- There is a cut-off time of 11:00 AM by which marathon runners must reach the "OO" aid station at 13.1 miles. Runners not making the cut-off by 11:00 will be transported to the finish line.
Start to Mosquito Brook
The Marathon Starts at Hatchery Park, off Highway 77, outside of Hayward.
Start Time - 8:00 a.m.
Distance - 3.6 miles/5.8K
Moderate to Difficult - Several short and one longer climb to the top of "Bitch Hill", then rolling to flat.
Mosquito Brook to Gravel Pit Road
Distance - 3.9 miles/6.3K
Easy to Moderate - Generally a moderately rolling run with one short, but steep uphill.
Gravel Pit Rd. to Cty. Hwy. OO
Distance - 5.6 miles/9K
Moderate difficulty - Many rollers with a short but steep uphill near the end. This is the second longest leg of the course.
There is a cut-off time of 11:00 AM by which marathon runners must reach the "OO" aid station at 13.1 miles. Runners not making the cut-off by 11:00 will be transported to the finish line.
OO to Boedecker Road
Distance - 2.7 miles/4.3K
Easiest - The shorter length and moderate hills and flats make for the easiest leg of the run.
Boedecker Road to Timber Trail Road.
Distance - 5.9 miles/9.5K
Most Difficult - The longest leg with a major climb to the highest point on the course near the top of Fire Tower Hill. This section will be tough!
Timber Trail Rd. to the Finish at Telemark!
Distance - 4.5 miles/7.3K
Moderate to Easy - Flat and rolling hills allowing some recovery prior to the final push to the finish line!
Awards
Overall male/female winners and the top two runners in each age/gender class will receive awards.
Age Classes for the Individual Marathon are:
16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over
