We finally managed to get the 14k route mapped out, we cleared the downed trees and flagged the course (for the most part). We were up there for a bit but we had a great time doing it! I guess that is the thing about organizing events like this with like-minded people.
The 14k route follows the first part of the 7k route up the mountain. At the water station, the 14k runners will head out further along the trail. There are parts of the trail that are double track and parts that are only single. As this section is out and back, you will be running with two-way traffic. You will pass 2 wind turbines along this part of the course as well. The turn around spot is by the BIG tree trunk. We will have a course marshal posted there so you don't end up too far out!
Once you hit the water station again, you link back up with the 7k course. This last part is downhill! Or mostly any way! And you have earned the sweet down hill!
These are technical courses - narrow paths, roots, rocks, small streams, some of which have bridges and some don't. There are hills, both up and down so DO YOUR HILL TRAINING! I am not kidding! There are straight sections and I expect some epic passing going on! And there are twisty-turny sections, too, so be prepared for the challenge of it!
So go to www.atlanticchip.ca, register and be a part of something fun, healthy and EPIC!
The Fitz Fanatics
Just signed up. Cant wait to run the course and am stoked for this awesome buff you guys are talking about.
ReplyDeleteThe trail is great. Im only doing the 7 k as its my first race of any kind. The 7 km is really nice , but the 14k has some sweet trail on it!
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