November 13, 2013

Aeries February Freeze Tall Timber Trail Run & 12 Hour Ultra Race

So what are you doing on February 1st, 2014, I mean, there isn't much going on that time of year.  I have this great idea, I really think you will like it.  Come to Grafton, IL and run a 6 mile trail run or a 12 hour Ultra Trail Run.  They will both be awesome events with really great schwag.  

 This is going to be one of those events that you do once and never want to miss again.  See all the race info below.  

 Registration is now open, with a 300 entry limit for the trail run and a 150 entry limit for the Ultra run, there is also a team division for the Ultra, so grab two of your closest friends and hang out in the dark for 12 hours, all you have to do is run a little. 

This race is being managed by the Metro Tri Club, the same people that bring you the Pere Marquette Trail Run.  And the course is very similar to the PM run also, so be ready for a challenge.

Online Registration:
https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Grafton/AeriesFebruaryFreezeTrailRun


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14 comments:

  1. Emily KNovember 13, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    question on the Ultra - is the loop only 2 miles long?

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    1. Trek Mountain GirlNovember 13, 2013 at 7:56 PM

      Yes, it is a 2 mile loop, its part of the 6 mile course. I was originally planning on using the 6 mile loop, but I had some ultra runners come out and test the course and was advised that it was probably too challenging a course to use for a 12 hour course. It has 1 tough climb and 1 tough descent and the rest are rolling hills along the ridge with some really great views, but then again it will be dark, so unless there is a really big moon you might not see much. I'm having more ultra runners out on the 29th to run the course again so we can finalize the route. It's really a nice course.

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    2. Emily KNovember 13, 2013 at 9:52 PM

      oh my. it's hard to say without being on the trail myself, but a 2 mile loop for 12 hours doesn't sound that fun. i vote 6 mile loop!!

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    3. David FreiJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:25 PM

      If the race length is by time, not distance, does it really matter how slow the trail is?
      I also would like a longer course.
      David Frei

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    4. rrongeyJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:32 PM

      David,

      We took all the comments under consideration and we will be using the full course for the 12 hour, it will be challenging.

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  2. ElenaNovember 16, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Will a shirt/sweatshirt or anything be included in the registration? Thanks!

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    1. ElenaNovember 16, 2013 at 3:45 PM

      Oops...just answered my own question. :-) Now I see the info above about the 1/4 zip.

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  3. AnonymousNovember 16, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Any thoughts on including something for finishing the 12hr? Am I understanding correctly that only awards for 3 deep in 6 mile for each age group and only 1st place awards for the 12hr run? Sorry..just trying to understand the costs. Thanks so much.

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    1. rrongeyJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:33 PM

      There will be a special prize in the 12 hour for anyone who completes at least 4 laps

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Will there be a location at the trail head in which the 12 hr ultra runners could be supported by family and friends? Also will their be any aid stations on the course for the ultra?

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    1. rrongeyJanuary 29, 2014 at 10:19 AM

      Yes, we will have a room open with bathrooms, water and food, each runner will stop there and checkin at the end of each lab, spectators can hang out there. There will be one aid station about half way, but will not always be manned, it will have a fire, food and water.

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  5. UnknownFebruary 2, 2014 at 12:22 AM

    Me and my friend didn't get our special prize for completing for laps. Will they be mailed?

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    1. rrongeyFebruary 4, 2014 at 8:43 AM

      Sam, we can't find you and Robert Hart's entry forms with your address's. I think you guys are friends. Can you email me both the email adress and physical address for both of you to rrongey@yahoo.com Thanks,

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  6. rrongeyFebruary 3, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    They will be sent out next week, to the address on your entry form.

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