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SUNDAY, MAY 30
Registration open: 5:00am
Start Time: 6:00am (13 hour time limit)
ENTRY FEE : $65 before 5/15/10, $75 after 5/15/10
Click to view the ENTRY LIST of pre-registered runners, this list will be updated weekly.
COURSE
Participants in the 50 mile race will completea 3.5 mile loop, then 3 laps of the 25km course. The race course is a 25 kilometer off-road roller coaster on well-maintained XC trails that twist, turn, and roll their way through forests and across pastoral, working farmland. The trails are level, wide (12'), and non-technical with no roots or rocks, but very hilly. Although there are no major climbs the rolling terrain is unrelenting. The surface of the trails is mainly grass and dirt sprinkled with pine needles, pine cones, twigs, and small stones. From time to time runners will be directed off the main trail system and into fields. In the fields the course will follow a path cut by local farmers using their haying equipment. The grass is rough and can vary in height in different places. Some of the cut grass may still be on the path making running more difficult. There are no stream crossings on the course per-se, however, the grass in the fields can be very wet in the morning, and there may be wet and muddy spots if it rains just before the race. The paths in the fields are often not level, tilting severely in all directions. Trail running shoes are not necessary, but they are recommended.
Download Course Map
Download 25km Course Profile
CUT-OFF TIMES
50 mile runners must reach the "Final Mile Aid Station" by the following times or they will be removed from the race:
33.5 miles 2:30 pm
44.5 miles 5:30 pm
AID STATIONS
Four aid stations are located on the course. Runners will pass by an aid stations more than once (effectively 8 aid stations per 25k loop) giving them the opportunity to refuel every 2 to 3 miles. Each aid stations will be stocked with the following supplies: cold water, diluted Gatorade electrolyte drink, cola, ice, ibuprofen, Succeed S!Caps (limited supply) gummy bears, Oreos, chips, pretzels, potatoes and salt, PB&J sandwiches, M&Ms, candy orange slices, oranges, and bananas. Please dispose of all cups and wrappers in the barrels supplied at the aid stations. Do not throw anything on the trail or in the field. Anyone caught littering will be disqualified from the race!
Runner's Choice Award (back by popular demand!)
Each of our 4 aid stations will be staffed by enthusiastic volunteers from different non-profit organizations that support youth activities. Each group will create a theme for their aid station; and, they will be competing for a cash prize given to the best aid station as determined by you, the runner. After the race please go to the results boards and vote for your favorite aid station.
DROP BAGS
Runners may submit their Drop Bags during registration, and a staff person or volunteer will deliver them to the "Final Mile Aid Station". Drop Bags should be clearly marked with the runner's name. Runners will pass the drop bag location at approximately 10 miles into each 25k lap and then again near the end of each lap. 50 mile runners will pass the drop bag location 6 times during the race (13.5, 18, 29, 33.5, 44.5, 49 miles). The "Final Mile Aid Station" is a short (5 minute) walk from the start/finish area and runners may place drop bags at this location themselves.
PACERS
Pacers will be allowed for 50 mile runners at any point during their 3rd (final) 25k lap, but not before then. No muling (pacers carrying runner's gear). No aid or assistance may be given to a runner other than at designated aid stations. Race officials have the right to disqualify anyone not abiding by this rule.
Portable Toilets
There will be portable toilets on the course near each of the aid stations. You may also run into the YMCA building.
Showers
Locker rooms, showers and restrooms will be available in the YMCA building from 12 noon to 5:00pm on Sunday.
SHIRTS
A unique shirt will be designed for participants in the races on Sunday. All athletes who pre-register by 5/7 will receive a short sleeve performance shirt. Additional shirts will be available for those who register after 5/7, however, they can not be guaranteed. Shirts will be available in men's and women's sizes. Shirts will be distributed at packet pickup starting on Friday, May28th at the Maine Running Company Store located at 563 Forest Ave in Portland, Maine. They will also be available during registration at Pineland Farms on Saturday starting at 8:30am and Sunday starting at 5:00am. Since we're ordering our shirts from a new supplier, sizing will be different from past events, and we will not be taking orders for sizes during the registration process. You will pick the size that fits you when you pick up you bibs. Shirt sizes will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
FINISHERS PRIZE
All 50 mile finishers will receive a large golden cow bell, a “50 Mile Finisher” pint glass, and a special piece of trail running gear from one of our sponsors.
AWARDS
Hand-crafted awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, and the top male and female finisher in each of the following age groups:
Lawn Boy/Lawn Girl: up to 34
Yard Man/Yard Woman: 35 to 44
John Deere/Jane Deere: 45 to 54
Massey Ferguson/Allis Chalmers: 55 and up
A team prize will be awarded in the 50 mile race to the first place team. A team must consist of at least 4 runners entered under the same team name or running club – more than 4 people may compete for the same team. The first place team is defined as the fastest combined time of the top-4 team members. Please note this is not a relay race.
AWARDS CEREMONY
The awards ceremony for the 50 mile race will begin at 4:30 pm.
COURSE RECORDS
50 mile male: Brian Rusiecki 6:02:54 - 2009
50 mile female: Amy Lane 7:24:42 - 2009
DOGS
No dogs are allowed on Pineland Farms property except for those participating in the canicross. If you are not registered in the canicross please do not bring your dog or leave them in a vehicle.
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