durtyfeets Trail Series (Goat Hill) Athlete Race Packet April 24 th, 2016

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1 Overview Here is all the info you need for the durtfeets Trail Series Goat Hill on Sunday April 24! MRA Multisport is proud to bring this great trail running series this year. The Goat Hill course in Uxbridge, MA offers four (4) course distances a 5k, 8 mile (1 lap), 16 mile (2 lap) or a 50k (4 lap) - through sweet single track, tow- path along the river, and some significant elevation change; each 8- mile lap is over 1000 elevation gain. Each loop will surely test your technical skills, strength and endurance. Please take the time to review this packet to familiarize yourself with the contents. Specifically, pay special attention to: Timeline on April 24 th Location for Check- in/bib pick- up Parking Alex Rogozenski USAT Certified Race Director MRA Multisport, LLC Alex@MRAMultisport.com 1 P age

2 durtyfeets Trail Series (Goat Hill) Athlete Race Packet April 24th, 2016 Directions & Parking The main race venue is located ACROSS Hartford Ave from Tri- River Medical Center (281 Hartford Ave East) in Uxbridge, MA. Parking is located in the fields between River Bend Farm and the Tri- River Medical Center, located at GPS address of 287 Oak St. in Uxbridge, MA. THERE IS NO PARKING AT THE GOAT HILL TRAIL HEAD. Look for Event Parking signs on traffic cones in the area. Produced by 2 P a g e

3 Timeline April 24 th 6:00am (Open field near at main venue/trail head, Uxbridge, MA) 7:00am 8:00am 9:00am 1. Check- in/bib pick- up for all pre- registered athletes 2. NO race day registration offered 1. The Goat 50k starts 1. Vendors available for demos a. Altra Running, Topo Athletic, Hoka, inov- 8, Zensah Compression, Tailwind mile (2 lapper) starts 10:30am 1. 8 mile (1 lap) starts 11:30am 1. 5K starts Approx. 1pm (based on amount of runners that have completed the 5k, 8mi, and 16mi races) 1. Awards for top male/female in following age group divisions (each race distance) a. Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ b. Age determined by year end 2016, not race day c. 8 mile and 16 mile racers earn points toward season long durtyfeets Trail Series d. *Awards for 50k will be early afternoon based on timing of runners in that distance 3 P age

4 Race Numbers Each racer will receive a numbered bib; each bib is colored specifically for each race distance. The bib MUST BE WORN for the entire race, and if you want an accurate time make sure it s on the front (if its on the back, we can t record your time until AFTER you have crossed the finish line, not AS you cross it). And without it, a time will not be recorded for you. Timing will be manual, and will be made available online after the event. Safety pins will be provided, or you can use your own race belt. Starting Line and Waves It will be a wave start for the trail race, one wave for each distance. 50k at 7am, 16 mile at 9am, 8 mile at 10:30, 5k at 11:30. Please line up according to pace (faster in front, slower in back) out of courtesy for all participants. The staggered start times are intended to spread out the runners on the course, and to have the majority of the runners across all race distances be finishing around the same time. Finishers and spectators can also cheer on runners completing multiple laps as they run through the race venue. Aid Stations At each of the durtyfeets Trail Series races, participants will be able to choose from water or sports drink from Gatorade: Endurance formula at the aid station. Other snacks will also be available at the remote aid station; chips, pretzels, PB&J, candy, and similar items. For Goat Hill, there is one on- course aid station strategically placed at approximately halfway through each loop. Additionally, runners completing more than one loop can utilize the aid station at the bag- drop area at the main venue area before heading out for additional laps. There will be a designated bag- drop area right near the trail exit from the woods. Runners can leave their bag and any personal supplies here. Gatorde Endurance is specially formulated to rehydrate you and replenish those lost electrolytes, sodium and other nutrients on the course. 4 P age

5 Awards Once you cross the finish line, grab some water, Gatorade Endurance drink, and a snack and relish in the fact that you just kicked some butt on The Goat!! Awards for top male/female in following age group divisions (each race distance) o Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ o Age determined by year end 2016, not race day o 8 mile and 16 mile racers earn points toward season long durtyfeets Trail Series Runners in each distance will earn points towards the overall Points Series as well. Check out the Series rules at /TrailSeries Raffles from several vendors. Must be present to claim prize. Trail Run Course The course starts out with all runners going north along the west side of the canal from the field area. Runners will take two quick lefts at the end and head up the hill, also known as The Goat. And up. And up. And up a little more. About 200 ft elevation gain in ¼ mile to be a bit more specific; welcome to The GOAT! Once at the top of Goat Hill, 5k runners will then zig zag back and forth, down and around the trail called Billy Goat and finish with a decent on the trail called Down N Out. For all other runners (8 & 16 mi, 50k), once at the top of Goat Hill, runners meander down the north side of the hill to the remote Aid Station, at about the 3.5 mile mark of each lap. Leaving the Aid Station, Runners head up the trail called Reload, before veering right onto the trail Wind Up. Wind Up will test your mental endurance, as its about 2 miles long; just when you think you re ready to summit again, you ll dive back down for another series of switch- backs. Once you re back up top and at Goat Hill, you ll pick up Billy Goat (see 5k course above) and bomb down this trail as well as Down N Out before dropping back into the venue. At the venue, lap runners can refuel at the aid station and pick up any personal supplies at the designated bag- drop area. Then take a lap around the field to get to the Finish Line or to start your next lap. Race signs (green arrows on white paper, plus W for Wrong Way), landscape flags, tape, and volunteers will be out on the course to ensure you are heading in the correct direction and for your safety. Please say Thanks! to them when you pass by or let them know if you have any problems. 5 P age

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7 Rules The following rules are put in place for your safety on race day. Variable time penalties will be assessed for certain violations. Bib must be worn on the front and outside of your clothing during the race, from start line to finish line. You cannot discard any gear or equipment on the course; you can leave clothing/gear at the Aid Station, but they are NOT responsible for it. They will return all gear to the Start/Finish Line Area at the conclusion of the race; all unclaimed clothing will be donated to charity. Headphones are not allowed on the course during the race for the safety of all racers and for insurance purposes. Strollers, joggers, and pets are not allowed on the course during the race for the safety of all racers and for insurance purposes. Should be obvious based on terrain but need to state it all the same. Unsportsmanlike Conduct towards other racers, volunteers, race staff, vendors or spectators will not be tolerated. No further clarification necessary. You must stay on the designated trail/course. No one likes a cheater. You must have fun and take pride in the fact that you re able to compete in endurance events, like the durtyfeets Trail Series. Weather Policy Reminder It is truly our intent to put on a great, fun race for you, the athlete. Mother Nature has no bias, however. As stated in the cancellation policy, in the case of serious and dangerous conditions, we reserve the right to delay the race a few hours, adjust segments, or as a last resort cancel the event. In the unfortunate situation that the race is canceled, there is a no- refund policy in place, as the costs have already been incurred to host the event and we do not want to take away any contributions to our charities. We expect you to be disappointed if the durtyfeets Trail Series is canceled, as we will be, but we also hope you understand why a no- refund policy is in place. 7 P age

8 Sponsors - Volunteers - Beneficiaries The sponsors and volunteers help with the race in so many different ways and really make it all possible. Say Thank you! to every volunteer you see. Please support the sponsors and beneficiaries however you can to show your appreciation. Bikes + Life Presenting Sponsor/Vendor Topo Athletic Awards Sponsor/Vendor Altra Awards Sponsor/Vendor Inov- 8 Awards Sponsor/Vendor Miles to go Sports (for Hoka, Zensah Compression, Tailwind) Awards Sponsor/Vendor Trayvax - Awards Sponsor Gatorade Official Sports Drink Wicked Good Cookies Official Cookie Rock Tape Official Tape SportsZenergy Official Massage provider Central Mass Podiatry Ameriprise Financial Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Blackstone Valley NEMBA this group of mountain bikers created and maintain all the trails you run on. Without them, this trail system wouldn t exist. A portion of the race proceeds will be donated to this group to help fund a variety of projects. Or their next beer run, but mostly for their projects. 8 P age