32nd Annual Event
Saturday May 12, 2012**
**NEW DATE
Come celebrate the 32nd annual running of the Sunflower Relay and Iron Event! This is an incredible opportunity to run through some of the most spectacular fields of wildflowers in the Methow Valley. This trail run is just over marathon length, 26.2 miles running from the town of Mazama to Twisp on beautiful trails through carpeted meadows of sunflowers. Run either as an individual or form a team of 2-7 members.
The Course
This unique course begins at 1900 feet elevation in Mazama and includes deer trails, cow paths, bike routes and paved roads. Stunning views of the Methow River, North Cascades and Chelan Sawtooths abound from flower carpeted meadows and fields.
At two points racers climb to 2600 feet and drop quickly to the finish at about 1600 feet in Twisp.
This course traverses private property that owners generously allow use for this one day only. Please do not pre-run the course prior to the event. Because of the presence of livestock, dogs are not allowed to accompany their humans during the race. Total race length is 26.2 miles.
This length is a result of fixed start and finish locations and our desire to maintain trail running much as possible.
For the safety of participants and out of consideration for our volunteers and landowners, we expect racers to complete the course within 7 hours.
Detailed Leg Map: Due to the fact that this race takes place on private property, individual course legs/maps and directions will be added to this web site the week before race day. This course is only open on race day!
Description:
Leg 1 2.2 miles, easy – would be good for younger or older runner
Leg 2 3.3 miles, easy –would be good for younger or older runner
Leg 3 3.1 miles, easy to moderate
Leg 4 4.0 miles, moderate
Leg 5 6.5 miles, difficult, strong runner required
Leg 6 2.8 miles, difficult
Leg 7 4.3 miles, very difficult, extreme downhill sections
Total elevation gain: ~1807 feet
Total elevation loss: ~2240 feet
Sunflower Course Profile
Start Time
8:30 a.m. at the Mazama Community Center
Cost & Registration
Iron Marathon Competitors $70
Relay Team members $35 per person, Youth $20 (14 and under)
ONLINE IRON MARATHON REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE
Relay Teams need to download the following registration form, fill our completely, and mail to MVSTA before April 20th, 201. Please include check for entry fees or call the MVSTA office to pay with a card.
ONLINE TEAM REGISTRATION FORM FOR DOWNLOAD
|
