Start
A controlled mass start will begin promptly at
10:00 a.m. Race meeting at Start line at 9:45.
Every racer must attend meeting.
Location
From the entrance of Pisgah Forest at the
corner of US 64 and Hwy 276/280 go north on
Hwy 276. After 4.5 miles, take a left onto F.S.
Rd. (475-A). Travel 475-A for 3 miles, Cove
Creek group campground on right.
Rest Stops / First Aid
There will be three fully-stocked rest stops on
the course. The rest stops have food, Heed
Energy Drink, and H20. We have a drop system
organized so you can arrange to have your
personal supplies at the rest stops. First Aid
will be at every rest area and Start/Finish area.
Restroom facilities are also at Start/Finish.
Registration
$80 Entry Fee includes an exciting race course,
three completely-stocked rest-stops, camping, Awards
Party with a home-style burger cookout. Sign up
early to assure your part in the SWANK 65. There
will be NO race-day registration.
NO REFUNDS.
$15 Entry Transfers Until October 31, $30 thereafter.
No race day trades.
We do not carryover entries to another year.
Camping
Free camping will be available in the peaceful
cove around the Start/Finish area of Lower
Cove Creek group campground Saturday and
Sunday nights. There is one large fire ring. No personal fires
at campsites. Cooking flames o.k.
Weather
Weather mid November in the forest is
generally 40-50 degrees around race time and
can either warm up to the 60’s or drop in the
low 40’s. Riders saw snowflakes in 2002. Be
prepared for all conditions!
Lodging
Holiday Inn Express 828-862-8900
Hampton Inn Brevard 828-883-4800
Parking
Parking is limited due to rules governing
parking in Pisgah’s group campgrounds. Please
carpool if possible.
Awards
$2000 Cash and Prizes
15 deep men
7 deep women
Entries Remaining
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