Additional Information
Bear Mountain Course Overview
A serious and hardy test for trail runners of any level, The North Face Endurance Challenge at Bear Mountain, NY, takes place on the western shores of the Hudson River, within the craggy foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Traversing newly-designed, faster courses for 2009, runners can expect technical terrain and rocky footing that cuts to the chase, with some trails heading steeply uphill rather than zig-zagging at a gentler grade. Descents end in wooded hollows before the next rapid climb ending with a breathtaking view. Make no mistake, this will be a tough test of off-road endurance. For complete course descriptions, maps, and elevation charts, visit www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge. (Maps will be available late January).
Start Times
5:00am - Gore-Tex 50 Mile
7:00am - 50K
9:00am - Half Marathon
10:00am - 10K
Time Limits
6:00pm (13 hours) - Gore-Tex 50 Mile
4:00pm (9 hours) - 50K
1:00pm (4 hours) - Half Marathon
12:00pm (2 hours) - 10K
The Gore-Tex 50 Mile race will have two on-course hard cutoff times. Please visit
www.thenorthface/endurancechallenge.com for detailed event information (Available late January).
FEES
10K
$40 through 11:59 PM PST, April 9th
$50 April 10th through 11:59PM PST, May 5th
$65 at Packet Pickup May 7th & 8th
NO Race Day Registration
Half Marathon
$65 through 11:59 PM PST, April 9th
$75 April 10th through 11:59PM PST, May 5th
$90 at Packet Pickup May 7th & 8th
NO Race Day Registration
50K
$75 through 11:59 PM PST, April 9th
$90 April 10th through 11:59PM PST, May 5th
$110 at Packet Pickup May 7th & 8th
NO Race Day Registration
Gore-Tex 50 Mile
$90 through 11:59 PM PST, April 9th
$105 April 10th through 11:59PM PST, May 5th
$125 at Packet Pickup May 7th & 8th
NO Race Day Registration
Registration Capacity
10K: 200 Participants
Half Marathon: 300 Participants
50K: 175 Participants
Gore-Tex 50 Mile: 175 Participants
As Endurance Challenge races reach capacity, runners will have the option to sign up for an event wait list. If a registered participant cancels, entry will be granted to wait listed runners in the order their registration was received. Upon acceptance into the event, entrants must confirm their intent to participate and submit registration payment within 24 hours to secure their spot. All wait listed runners will be notified of their registration status no later than one week prior to the event date.
Packet Pickup
Runners may choose one of the following options for obtaining their race packet and race number:
Option 1: Participants may pick up their race bag, timing chip and race number at the designated The North Face store prior to the race. You must show a government-issued photo I.D. to pick up your race bag.
Location
The North Face
Uptown New York City
2101 Broadway (at 73rd)
New York, NY 10023
(212) 362-1000
Dates/Hours:
Thursday, May 7, 2009 (10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Friday, May 8, 2009 (10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Option 2: Participants may pick up their race bag on race day. Race numbers and timing chips must be picked up before the race on Saturday morning at the runner check-in booth. Race bag swag will be available post-race for those participants choosing this option. If option 2 is chosen, please do not forget to pick up your race bag after you finish. Race bags will not be shipped.
Finisher & Age Group Awards
Finisher awards will be given to each participant upon completion of their race.
Medals will be given to the top three overall male and female winners in each race distance. Age group prizes will be given to the first place male and female finishers in all four races in each of the following age groups:
20 & under
21-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 & over
Prize Money
In the Gore-Tex 50 Mile race only, cash prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the following manner:
1st place male & female: $1,000 each
2nd place male & female: $600 each
3rd place male & female: $350 each
In addition to the $1,000 prize, the overall 1st place male and female finishers in the Gore-Tex 50 Mile race will receive a complimentary entry into the Endurance Challenge World Championship in San Francisco, CA (December 2009).
At the Endurance Challenge World Championship, the 1st place male and female finishers in the Gore-Tex 50 Mile race will each receive the largest single prize in ultra trail running: $10,000 and will be crowned champions of the 2009 The North Face Endurance Challenge. First place male and female winners will also receive a complimentary entry and travel arrangements for The North Face Trail Du Monte Blanc in 2010. Second place male and female finishers will receive $4,000 each and third place male and female finishers will receive $1,000 each.
Volunteer Opportunities
Sign up to volunteer for The North Face Endurance Challenge by emailing volunteers@hawkeyeww.com today!
THE NORTH FACE ENDURANCE CHALLENGE RUNNING CLUB
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
The North Face Endurance Challenge Running Club is ideal for people preparing for a 10K, Half Marathon, 50K, or 50 Mile race. With a focus on trail running, each distance specific program will carefully help participants obtain the required skills, strength, and endurance necessary to complete one of The North Face Endurance Challenge races. Endurance Challenge Running Club members should be prepared mentally and physically to push beyond their perceived limits, as they progress through the training program each week.
WEEKLY TRAINING COMPONENTS:
-Group training runs led by professional coaches (2 per week).
-One short to mid distance, mid-week evening run.
-One mid to long distance, weekend morning run.
-Weekly eNewsletter outlining weekly training schedules, running routes, gear recommendations, nutrition information, hydration suggestions, equipment tips, body maintenance, and more.
-24/7 e-mail access to coaches for more in-depth, personalized training information.
MEMBER BENEFITS:
-Program specific kick-off event hosted for members at The North Face Uptown New York Store with program coaches.
-Exclusive offers and events at The North Face Store.
-Exclusive training runs and “meet and greets” with The North Face Endurance team members on select days.
-The North Face training kit provided to each participant at the kick-off meeting.
-Race day support from program coaches at the Start/Finish and on-course.
-Access to Endurance Challenge Running Club Members Tent at the Endurance Challenge Finish Festival.
-Complimentary hot meal at Finish Festival.
-Complimentary on-course athlete photo.
Training kit components:
-Detailed, race distance specific training guide and schedule developed by Carmichael Training Systems to prepare for The North Face Endurance Challenge event.
-The North Face Endurance Challenge Running Club Technical “Team” Shirt.
-The North Face Water Bottle.
-15% discount card for use at The North Face store throughout the duration of the program (personal use only).
-$10 The North Face Gift Card (50 Mile & 50K only).
MEMBERSHIP FEES:
10K Training Program (6-weeks): $125
Half Marathon Training Program (12-weeks): $175
50K Training Program (16-weeks): $275
50 Mile Training Program (16-weeks):$275
Note: Program fees do not include race registration.
KICK-OFF MEETING:
Location
The North Face Uptown New York
2101 Broadway (at 73rd)
New York, NY 10023
Time
7:00pm EST
Date
50 Mile & 50K Program: Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Half Marathon Program: Wednesday, February 11, 2009
10K Program: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
For more information regarding the Endurance Challenge Running Club, visit
www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge
