TRAIL RUN RACE INFORMATION

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1 JULY 22, 2018 TRAIL RUN RACE INFORMATION

2 Thursday, July 19 Avon: 5:30-7:30pm Nottingham Lake open for community swim ($5) SCHEDULE OF EVENTS-JULY 20-22, 2018 Friday, July 20 Beaver Creek Resort: 2:00-8:00pm Late Registration and Packet and Timing Chip Pickup 2:00-8:00pm Expo Open 5:00-6:00pm XTERRA University and Triathlon Race Briefing, presented by Paul Mitchell. Hosted by Josiah Middaugh and Lesley Paterson Saturday, July 21 Beaver Creek Resort/Nottingham Lake: 6:00-7:30am Late Packet Pickup at XTERRA Village, Beaver Creek Resort 6:30-8:00am Transition Area Set-up (set T2 first at Beaver Creek. Then bike to T1 or drive to T1 parking and setup). 6:30-8:00am Body Marking, Swim Cap and Timing Chip Distribution at Nottingham Lake, Avon 7:30am T2 Closed for Sprint Athletes 8:00am T2 Closed for Full Course Athletes 8:00am XTERRA Sprint Pre-race Briefing 8:05 am XTERRA Sprint Swim Warm-up 8:15 am XTERRA Sprint Race Start at Nottingham Lake 8:40am XTERRA Full Course Pre-race Briefing 8:50am XTERRA Full Course Swim Warm-up 9:00 am XTERRA Full Course Race Start (waves TBD) at Nottingham Lake 9:30am-2:00pm XTERRA Expo and XTERRA Kids Zone Open 9:30am-2:00pm XTERRA Trail Run Registration/Packet Pickup Open 9:45am First XTERRA Sprint Finisher Expected 10am-2:00pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon, benefit for the Challenged Athlete Foundation 11:15am First XTERRA Full Course Finisher Expected 11:30am-3:00pm Post Race Meal, Beer Garden, Music, Award Ceremonies at Beaver Creek Village, near the ice rink (free beer for all athletes 21 and over with beer ticket, on sale to the public) 12:30pm XTERRA Kids Sprint free (parents sign up at XTERRA Kids Zone) 12:30pm XTERRA Sprint Awards Ceremonies 1:00pm T2 Cut-off. 1:00pm Full Course Awards Ceremonies Beaver Creek Village 2:00pm XTERRA Expo and XTERRA Kids Zone Close 3:00pm XTERRA Beer Garden Close 6:00pm After Party Bob s Place back patio (100 W Beaver Creek Blvd, Avon) Sunday, July 22 Beaver Creek Village 7:00-8:00am XTERRA Beaver Creek Trail Run Late Registration/Packet Pickup 8:00am-12:00pm XTERRA Expo and XTERRA Kids Zone Open 8:00 am XTERRA 19K Trail Run Start 8:15am XTERRA 10K Trail Run Start 8:20am XTERRA 5K Trail Run Start 8am-12:00pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon, benefit for the Challenged Athlete Foundation 9:30am-1:00pm Award Presentations, Beer Garden, Music at Beaver Creek Village, near the ice rink (free beer for all athletes 21 and over with beer ticket, on sale to the public) 9:30am XTERRA 5K Trail Run Awards Ceremony 10:00am 19K cut off runners not permitted to start second lap after this time 10:00am XTERRA 10K Trail Run Awards Ceremony 10:30am XTERRA Kids Sprint free (parents sign up at XTERRA Kids Zone) 11:00am XTERRA 19K Trail Run Awards Ceremony 12:00pm XTERRA Expo and XTERRA Kids Zone Close 1:00pm XTERRA Beer Garden Close Monday, July 23 Gray s Peak 5:00am-1:00pm 5th Annual 2xtreme 'Summit' Hike for a Cause Gray s Peak. Click here for registration info.

3 XTERRA BEAVER CREEK TRAIL RUNS Trail runs in Colorado can be a breathtaking experience in more ways than one, and the XTERRA Beaver Creek Trail Run is no exception. The course offers scenic views while taking runners along 2,400 feet of climbing in the thin Colorado air. It will also count as part of the XTERRA Colorado Trail Run Series, so 20km runners can earn valuable points toward a Colorado Series championship. There will be a 19km, 10K and 5K courses for the whole family to enjoy. Event t-shirts are guaranteed for all athletes registering by June 30. Walk-ups and registrations after July 1 are not guaranteed a t-shirt. You must be present to receive awards. BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS! Load up the car for the trip and bring your family and friends! The XTERRA Race Village is a great place to hang out and watch the race. In between all of the race action, there will be music, commentary and exhibition tents. The expo is open Friday from 2 8 pm, Saturday from 9:30 am 2 pm and Sunday 8 am-12 pm. And, you and your family and friends can sit and relax at the Awards ceremony, located in the Beaver Creek Resort Village, where athletes can enjoy a free beer (21 and over). VOLUNTEERS NEEDED If your family or friends would like to volunteer...they ll enjoy a light breakfast, event t-shirt, and 1 free beer per volunteer (21 and over). Click here to sign-up or check in at the Volunteer tent before 7 am on race day. _ WHERE TO STAY Beaver Creek Mountain Lodging by East West - Offering 15% off your stay. - Convenient locations in luxury residences from studio to 7-bedroom estate homes directly on race course, at start, and finish lines. - Full kitchens to cook those powerhouse pre and post race meals. - Superior value provided through additional living space and lower rates per room when compared to a hotel. - Wireless internet, full concierge service, and parking all included. - Two night stays let you acclimate to the elevation, check out the local trails, or catch up on some well deserved rest and relaxation. Click here to book your accommodations now or call

4 HOW TO GET THERE DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM DENVER Take 70W to exit 167 to Avon/Beaver Creek, enter the roundabout and continue left. You will be heading south, and will go back under I-70. Continue straight on Avon Road through the roundabouts, after which you will see the entrance to Beaver Creek Resort. Proceed to the Welcome Gate and let them know you re here for XTERRA. Tip: A good address to enter in your phone is of the Beaver Creek Chophouse: 15 West Thomas Place, Avon, CO This will get you to the expo area, and registration is about 80 yards east. Note: This is a point-to-point race with the swim start and T1 at Nottingham Lake just down the hill. The expo, T2, and finish line are all at Beaver Creek Resort. HASHTAG #XTERRAADVENTURES Join the XTERRA community by adding #xterraadventures to your twitter posts this weekend. RACE HEADQUARTERS The XTERRA Race Village is located at the base of the lifts behind Beaver Creek Village. Look for big white tents and XTERRA signage. The XTERRA award ceremonies and beer garden are down the escalators into Beaver Creek Resort next to the ice rink. EVENT PARTNERS, SPECIAL OFFERS AND GIVEAWAYS The 2018 XTERRA Beaver Creek is presented by Paul Mitchell and Beaver Creek Resorts. Sponsors include Utah Sports Commission, Gatorade Endurance, Suunto, XTERRA Wetsuits, XTERRA Boards, OOFOS and the City of Avon. XTERRA Beaver Creek wouldn t be possible without the generous support of our event sponsors. Please click here to enjoy special offers in your virtual race bag PAUL MITCHELL HELP PLANT 750,000 TREES Learn how you can help Tea Tree and Reforest'Action make a difference in the areas that need it the most. Click here and use code TEATREE18 to plant your FREE tree today!

5 OOOFOS GREAT DESCENT Look for the Oofos banners on the run course -they signal the "great descent" - it is where the majority of fatigue and post-race sorenesss in your legs, hips and back actually come from. Click here to read an article on how to tackle the great descent. SUUNTO RENTAL Take advantage of a free Suunto GPS watch rental at the Suunto tent. Track your speed, distance, elevation, heart rate and more. PACKET PICK UP-BEAVER CREEK VILLAGE Packet pick-up and registration is on Friday from 2-8 pm, Saturday, from 9:30am-2pm and Sunday from 7-8am at the McCoy Pavilion in the XTERRA Village. RACE PACKET Trail Run participant race packet will include: Runner bib please attach this in a clear visible place using the safety pins provided OR your race belt (preferably on the front of your running top or race belt). Event t-shirt. Safety pins (4) Paul Mitchell Tee Tree samples Free beer ticket to be redeemed at the XTERRA Beer Garden (21 and over). WHAT TO BRING Here is a list of things to bring with you on race day: Race belt for race bib (safety pins will be included in your race packs should you not have a race belt. Water bottle Running shoes Sunglasses Sunscreen

6 RAIN OR SHINE The race will go on. OTHER EVENTS XTERRA BEAVER CREEK CHAMPIONSHIP-Saturday, 7/21 This race will serve as a qualifier for the 2018 XTERRA World Championship, a gold level XTERRA Pan American Tour stop and a 100-point XTERRA America Tour championship race. The event will feature $15,000 USD in prize money for elite athletes, who will compete over a 1 mile swim, 25km mountain bike and 9.3km trail run. For amateurs, there will be 51 spots into the XTERRA World Championship to be held October 28 in Maui up-for-grabs. XTERRA SPRINT- Saturday, 7/21 Distance:.5 mile swim / 14.4km mountain bike / 4.9km trail run The XTERRA Sprint race is a half-distance race run on the same course and day as the championship race. The race is a great opportunity for new competitors, or for those who want a less-demanding XTERRA experience. XTERRA UNIVERSITY Get ready to XTERRA with the sport s best-friday at 5 pm in the XTERRA Village. XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell is hosted by XTERRA Pro Athletes Josiah Middaugh and Lesley Paterson and offers competitors a chance to take in last-minute advice and pointers from some of the best off- road multisport athletes in the sport. The FREE sessions target improved swimming, biking and trail running techniques plus dealing with the specifics of the Beaver Creek course. There will be time for Q&A with the pros during each session. All classes will be held at the race compound at the Beaver Creek Village. TRIATHLON RACE BRIEFING Held in conjunction with XTERRA University, Race Director, Chris Appleton will run through the ins and outs of the XTERRA Triathlon and Sprint courses. There will also be a race briefing on race morning at 8:05 am for Sprint and 8:40 am for Full, so please ensure that you check your race briefing time noted on the event schedule. COMMUNITY SWIM The Nottingham Lake will be open for a community swim ($5 per person) on Thursday, from 5:30-7:30 pm. Pay and check in at the Avon Performance Pavilion. PRE-SWIMMING AT NOTTINGHAM LAKE IS PROHIBITED OUTSIDE OF SCHEDULED DAYS/HOURS and is cause for disqualification. XTERRA KIDS ZONE AND KID S SPRINT Sign your kids up to play in the XTERRA Kid s Zone for free! There s a fun obstacle course and climbing net. You can also register children 10 and under for the free XTERRA Kid s Sprint on Saturday 12:30 pm and Sunday at 10:30 am. All finishers get a medal. XTERRA BEER GARDEN AND AWARDS POST RACE MEAL Post race, relax and enjoy swapping race stories with friends and family at the XTERRA Beer Garden located next to the ice rink in Beaver Creek Village. Enjoy great music! Athletes 21 and over can redeem their beer ticket for a free beer, courtesy of Michelob Ultra. Awards ceremonies for all events will also be held in the Beer Garden.

7 PAUL MITCHELL CUT-A-THON Racing makes you feel good Paul Mitchell makes you look good! Make a donation and get a professional cut on the spot. No appointment necessary, just come on down! Stylists will cut hair from 10am-2pm on Saturday and 8am-12pm on Sunday at the finish line area and all proceeds will go to the Challenged Athletes Foundation. Minimum donation is $ TH ANNUAL 2XTREME 'SUMMIT' HIKE FOR A CAUSE GRAY S PEAK. Monday, July 23 from 5 am to 1 pm. Have you always wanted to climb a 14,000 mountain? Whether it s your 1st time or your 20th time, accomplish this achievable goal and climb for a cause with 2xtreme! Hike along with the xtreme Dream team alumni, just back from their expedition in Peru, 2xtreme families, new friends and John Davis, unconventional therapist to young men in crisis, and an experienced worldwide mountaineer- hear stories from past Dream trips while sharing climbing, gear, and life tips with alumni who love giving back. Connect with other moms and dads. Before you know it, you ll be back down to base camp and enjoying complimentary lunch! Included with your registration: Event t-shirt and Lunch. Click here for registration information START TIMES-SUNDAY, JULY 22 Here are the scheduled start times for the courses: o 19K starts at 8:00 am o o 10K starts at 8:15 am 5K starts at 8:20 am Please be on time and follow the instructions of the announcers and officials. RACE BRIEFING The race briefing for all courses is scheduled for 7:40 am near the starting arch. It is not mandatory for runners to be there, but XTERRA Race Director Chris Appleton will be on hand to explain the details of the race. CANNON BLASTS We will start with a cannon blast. It is very loud, so please be mindful of dogs and children, cover their ears or move away from the start area.

8 RACE RULES No Headsets-XTERRA does not allow runners to wear headsets or earpieces during the races. No Strollers Or Baby Carriers - Sorry we love babies, but for safety reasons, no strollers or baby carriers are allowed on the course. 19K cut off time is 10 am. Runners may not continue on the second lap after this time. Leave No Trace - The XTERRA team asks that you respect the Race Village, race course and venue and leave no trace of trash before, during or after the race. COURSE MARKINGS The run course will be marked in red. The 19km will be two laps of the 10km course. The course will be clearly marked using a mixture of core flute signs and arrows as well as bright tape tied to trees to re-assure you that you are going the right way. Please watch out for course signage along the way. Our course marshals who will be pointing you in the right direction. AID STATIONS There will be two aid stations for the 5K course, four aid stations for the 10K course, and eight aid stations for the 19K course. Gatorade and water will be available at all stations, MEDICAL We have qualified medical personnel at the Race Village and roaming on the course. If you feel unwell at any stage of the race, please alert the closest course marshal who will arrange for our medical staff to meet you. CUT-OFF TIMES 19K-Runners may not continue on the second lap after 10 am. BAG CHECK We will have a bag check available at registration. Have your items in a closed bag and write your bib number on it.

9 TIMING We re using JTL Timing, which relies on a manual system so you won t have to wear a chip on your ankle. There is a tag on the bottom of your race bib that you must not remove. It will be pulled from your bib after you cross the finish line from one of the JTL timing assistants. AWARDS AT XTERRA BEER GARDEN Awards will be given to the top three in each age-group division. You must be present to receive your awards. Awards will not be mailed after the event. The 5K awards will start 9:30 am, 10K awards start at around 10 am, followed by the 19K around 11 am. XTERRA TRAIL RUN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Every age group winner from the 19K race will receive a free entry to the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship at Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii, on December 2, LIVE RESULTS! If you didn't sign up during registration, you (or your family, friends) can sign up to receive live results (finish time and pacing) via text, Facebook or Twitter. You can send text results to up to three different phone numbers. Click on the link and enter your first and last name: Real time results will be available online at: ATHLETE PHOTOS We will post a photo gallery on our Facebook page, Free social media-sized downloads of all the athletes we capture over the weekend will be available on xterraplanet.com soon after the race.

10 CANCELLATIONS Sorry - we do not offer any refunds for event entries. QUESTIONS Still have a question? Call toll-free at or info@xterraplanet.com. More details online at Safe travels, see y all real soon.

11 5K, 10K AND 19K COURSE MAP LEGEND 5K CUT-OFF XTERRA BEAVER CREEK TRAIL RUNS