V.02 March 2018 Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k 1. General Description of Patagonia Run 2018 42k Course Description Course Profile Date of the Race Start Time 2. Registration and Race Packet Pick-up Pre-Race Briefing 3. Start Line Transportation Cloakroom Finish Line Awards Ceremony 4. Course Information Aid Stations Services in the Aid Stations Course Map Altimetry Race Course Markers Disqualification Stations and Course Cut-off Times Drop Out Policy Litter 5. Mandatory Equipment Equipment Recommendations 6. Full Aid Stations 7. Race Tips 8. Contact Information 1. General Description of Patagonia Run 2018 42k Course Description The Patagonia Run race takes place in San Martín de los Andes, Argentina, and is a unique challenge for trail runners of all levels. In the 42k race, runners will make their way across technical and semi-technical terrain, combining mountain trails of varying steepness and uneven ground with a total elevation gain of approximately 2720 meters (8924 ft). The highest point will be at 1785 meters (summit of Cerro Colorado) 95% of the course is along mountain trails. This off-road race represents a true test of endurance, in the midst of the unique and beautiful scenery of San Martín de los Andes framed by the lively colors of fall, which turns the event into a one-of-a-kind mountain marathon. Course Profile: this information is provided by ITRA Endurance points: Mountain level: Date of the Race: Saturday, April 7, 2018 Start Time: 08:30 a.m. Official Finish Time: Saturday, April 7 11:59 p.m. Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 1 out of 8
2. Registration and Race Packet Pick-up Pre-Race Briefing Race Office LeVillage Events Center (816, Gral. Roca St. San Martín de los Andes) è Registration All runners must provide proof of identity (photo ID or passport) and a medical certificate Dates and Times: Wednesday, April 4 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, April 5 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 6 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. è Pick-up of race packet, Chip, Tyvek race number and Drop Bag for the Colorado Full Aid Station Please note: race packets cannot be collected on race day. Neutral Station Patagonia Plaza Hotel -502, San Martín Av. - San Martín de los Andes. è Race t-shirts are to be collected upon presentation of the Tyvek race number during Registration time. è Reception of Drop Bags for the Full Aid Stations (Colorado Aid Station Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) è Free Photo Shot Expo Ultra Trail Patagonia Run Pórtico Eventos (Av. San Martín 555 - San Martín de los Andes) è Surprise Gift 42k y 70k Pre-Race Briefing Mandatory Friday, April 6 09:00 a.m. - Gym of School No. 134 Corner of R. Roca St. and Cap. Drury St. 3. Start Line Transportation Cloakroom Finish Line Awards Ceremony Start Line Saturday 7-08:30 a.m. de la Alameda Street, 200 meters after the entrance hall of the 4 th Cavalry Regiment Coraceros General Lavalle (General Lavalle's Cuirassiers) (Regimiento de Caballería de Montaña 4, RCM4 for its Spanish acronym) Regimiento de Caballería Ave., Route 62. IMPORTANT: You will NOT enter the 4th Cavalry Regiment Transportation to the Start Line Free shuttle buses have been arranged and will operate one hour and a half prior to the race start time. Departure from Race Office 816, Gral. Roca St. This service will be available for registered participants only. Cloakroom Free service for registered runners: a. Reception begins one hour before race start time at the Rancho de la Tropa within the Regimiento de Caballeria 4 (RCM4). b. In order to get their personal belongings back, runners must show their Tyvek race number or photo ID at the Race Office 816, Gral. Roca St.- from Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. (Sunday). Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 2 out of 8
Finish Line Location: Corner of San Martín Ave. and Mariano Moreno St., across the street from Dublin South Pub. All runners completing the race will receive a commemorative finisher medal after crossing the finish line. Awards Ceremony 42k 70k Saturday, April 7 9:00 p.m. Gym of School No. 134 Corner of R. Roca St. and Cap. Drury St. 4. Course Information The trail course will remain closed until 72 hours prior to the race start time due to special easement agreements made with private land owners, institutions and local residents of grazing areas. Course Map Coming soon Altimetry Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 3 out of 8
Aid Stations (Puestos de Asistencia, PAS according to its Spanish acronym) 42k Distance (*) from Start Line (km) Distance (*) to the next PAS (km) 7 7,5 14,5 11,5 26 9 PAS Bayos 35 10 Finish Line 45 Aid Stations PAS Rosales PAS del Portezuelo PAS Colorado & Return 42k (1 and 2 is the same) (*) Distances rounded Services at the Aid Stations STARTING LINE Runners Reception (including drinks and snacks) Water Powerade Tea Coffee Cereal Bars Cloakroom PAS ROSALES Water Powerade Tea Coffee Bananas Cereal Bars Eucalyptus gummy candies Raisins Sour candy Medical Support Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 4 out of 8
PAS DEL PORTEZUELO Water Powerade Tea Coffee Cereal Bars PAS COLORADO Full Aid Station Water Powerade Soda Tea Coffee Soup Solid Soup Bananas Cereal Bars Croissants Ham and Cheese Empanadas Eucalyptus gummy candies Raisins Sour Candy Medical Support Runner Drop Bag PAS BAYOS Water Powerade Soda Tea Coffee Soup Bananas Cereal Bars Croissants Eucalyptus gummy candies Raisins Sour Candy Medical Support FINISH LINE Water Powerade Soda Bananas Cereal Bars Eucalyptus gummy candies Sour Candy Medical Support Cloakroom Race Course Markers The route will be clearly marked throughout the course to prevent participants from getting lost. Three different types of marks will be used: the white tape with Patagonia Run logo will mark the course; the yellow tape will be placed in those areas where caution is advised or there is low visibility; and, finally, the reflective tapes. Therefore, runners will find along the course three different markers with the following characteristics: White tape with Patagonia Run logo : This is the main tape that marks all the race routes. By following these marks runners will stay on the right trail or course of the race. In the woods, tapes will be placed on trees, bushes and canes. In the open land (pampas), they will be displayed on stakes. Runners should follow these marks at all times and in the event the white tape cannot be seen, whether in the woods or in open land, they should return immediately to the last sighted mark. Markers will be placed in close intervals in complex forest trails or mountain areas, while in those areas where there is only one trail or in open land, tapes will be placed further apart so that runners will be able to follow the route without any risk of getting lost by simply looking up. Yellow tape: Those trails or paths NOT included in the course will be closed using yellow tapes. Runners should not cross any area marked with yellow tapes. In the event of snow or lack of contrast, white tapes with Patagonia Run logo together with yellow tapes will be placed as additional marking. White reflective tape: In order to improve marking visibility on the course, reflective white tapes will be placed at variable distance from the Start Line to the Finish Line to help runners follow the course during the night and by the time it gets dark (around 6:00 p.m.). Provided runners are wearing headlamps, they will be able to follow the course. At all crucial crossroads, Marshals will be standing directing runners to the correct path Taking into account this is a long distance race with multiple crossroads and variable terrain, we recommend that runners constantly look straight ahead and spot the race course markers. Although the course will be clearly marked, it is essential to avoid taking any unmarked trail or shortcut and to follow the Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 5 out of 8
marshal s instructions to avoid getting lost. It is also important to pay attention to the marks and signs located at the Aid Stations (PAS). Do not take other participants running ahead of you as a reference. Disqualification Stations and Course Cut-off Times There will be Aide Stations with course cut-off times. Generous cut-off times have been established to give runners enough time to complete the race. However, runners arriving at these stations after specified cutoff time will be disqualified at the Race Director s discretion and will not be able to resume the race for strict safety reasons. Runners will not be reassigned to a short-distance course. Runners in this condition will be classified as DNF. The Aid Station will keep a detailed record of these DNF runners. The Race Director s decision on cut-off times at key locations is FINAL. Runners who drop out of the race or do not meet the cut-off times of the checkpoints will be required to board the supported buses back to Neutral Station in downtown in accordance with the times stipulated by the Race Directors. Aid Stations PAS Colorado 2 (back) PAS Bayos (back) Finish line Cut-off Time PAS (*) MANDATORY time after which a competitor can t go to the next PAS 9:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m. (*) Refers to the time clock, not the number of race hours. Drop Out Policy If a participant is unable to complete the race, the runner has the obligation to notify this situation to the Organization. The race head of each checkpoint, either in the Aid Stations (PAS), at the Start Line or the Finish Line, will ensure proper recording that the participant has decided to drop out of the race. Race head of each checkpoint will be dully identified. Marshals or any other staff member outside these stations are not authorized to put on record any drop out notice. Shuttle services will be provided as instructed by the Organization. Litter The race will take place in Lanín National Park. One of the key factors for success is clearly the magnificent scenery embracing the race. Therefore, local people and tourists are responsible for preserving this place. For this reason, we ask participants to cooperate with proper disposal of litter. Garbage containers will be placed at Aid Stations and 100 m from where the trail starts. Any runner caught littering the trail is subject to immediate disqualification. It is our responsibility to keep the trail clean. 5. Mandatory Equipment -Medical Certificate. Model can be downloaded at www.patagoniarun.com/pdfs/guia44_en.pdf -Tyvek race number visible from the front during the whole race. -Emergency or safety Whistle (not a toy whistle). -Headlamp: of 100 lumens or over (checked and sealed at registration). Headlamps in bad working conditions or with weak batteries will not be allowed. Runners will not be allowed to leave Colorado Aid Station without wearing their headlamps after 5:00 p.m. and they should turn them on by 6:45 p.m. or if instructed to do so before that time to ensure their safety along the last kilometers. Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 6 out of 8
Equipment Recommendations We recommend the use of the following equipment subject to weather conditions: Water bottle waist pack, soft flask holder or backpack with hydration system. It is advisable to carry small backpacks or bottle waist packs as some course trails can be quite narrow (runners will go through areas with wire fences). Participants have be able to carry their waste to be disposed of at Aid Stations. Two 750 ml (25 oz) water bottles or soft flasks. Waterproof breathable warm gloves. Temperatures are expected to drop below zero in the early morning. Breathable Thermal Clothing. Waterproof windbreaker jacket. Tights. Some areas of the course are covered with burrs, therefore we recommend that participants wear tights with high Lycra fibre content (slippery material). Running shoes with good traction. Short running gaiters for burrs, pebbles and mud protection Sunscreen. Multifunctional neck gaiter (some sort of stretchy buff with tubular shape) Sport hat and/or cap. Eyewear: keep in mind that the race course goes through dark forest areas and sunny open lands so proper eyewear is recommended. Light shin guards: offers good protection from long exposure to low-lying vegetation preventing leg injuries. Please note: we suggest participants bring a spare change of clothing. 6. Full Aid Station PAS Colorado (1 and 2 is the same) Participants will have the option of leaving their personal belongings in the red Drop Bag provided in the race kit, at the neutral Station (on Thursday or Friday). On the race day, bags will be taken to El Colorado Aid Station. Drop bags will be sealed in the runner s presence, and identified with the runner s Tyvek race number and the location where they will be taken to. Runners will receive a receipt, which must be shown in order to get their bags back at the Race Office on Saturday from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (Sunday) and on Sunday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All unclaimed bags will be sent to the offices of NQN Eventos and will be stored for 7 days. After this period, no further claims will be considered. Drop bags should not exceed 4.5 kg (9 lb). Runners are allowed to check only one bag per Full Aid Station. Drop bags will not be refrigerated. Patagonia Run Organizers cannot be held responsible for any lost or damaged items or valuables. 7. Race Tips Terrain: Initial wide steep trails up to km 3, followed by narrow level trails of varying direction up to km. 6. Narrow steep trails going up and down up to Rosales Aid Station (PAS) at km 7,1. Up lumber path of medium steepness and steep, narrow up and down trail up to Portezuelo Aid Station (1400 mts above sea level) (Km 14,8). Following, climb up the summit of Colorado Hill along narrow steep trails up to leaving the wood area. From the summit (1785 meters a.s.l.) (Km 21) steep downhill run towards the base (700 meter altitude variation in 3 km). You will reach Colorado Aid Station (km 26,1) along a narrow level trail. From this spot, you MUST RETURN to Bayos Aid Station (open land pampa trail exposed to the wind). 2 km Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 7 out of 8
form Aid Station you will run up and down steep winding trails. Last part of the race is exactly the same as 10k and 21 k, up and down variable steepness trails up to km. 36. From then on, downwards unpaved road and then steep trail down towards the lake, followed by 6 blocks of road running in town to the finishing line. Crossing of narrow creeks required, might be slippery if muddy, or very dusty. There are clearly signalled wire fence crossings; only use those. In order to allow better race planning, check altimetry profile between each PAS for your distance: Start line RCM4 to PAS Rosales, PAS Rosales to PAS Portezuelo, PAS Portezuelo to PAS Colorado 1, PAS Colorado 1 to PAS Bayos and PAS Bayos to Finish Line. Running shoes with good traction. Running gaiters not a must, but might be useful in the woods or steppe, especially this year, when trails are particularly full of burrs. Your feet will get wet. Dress according to weather: it might be very cold or rain. Consider wind exposure and very low temperature (-5ºC), or even snow, along the trail in Colorado Hill. Also consider changing out of wet clothing at Colorado Aid Station. We recommend checking weather forecast https://www.windguru.cz/589868. (more reliable 48 hs. before race). Necessary hydration: estimated 600 to 1000 ml weight depending, per race hour. Estimate necessary amount according to distance to Aid Stations and Finish Line (consider 11 km distance between Portezuelo and Colorado Aid Stations). Carry your own beverages. Drink beverages with mineral salts. Stream water is not polluted, buy its drinking quality is not guaranteed. We suggest drinking the one supplied at the Aid Station, or your own. Energy expenditure: according to weight estimate between 2200 and 4200 kcal all in all (one energy bar or gel=200kcal) Food intake is important after 45 minutes, and from then on every 45 minutes. Carbohydrate intake is useful (cereal bars, gels or the like), supplied abundantly at the Aid Station. However, energy intake in between Aid Stations is also recommended. Choose foods you have already tried and also train hydration and energy intake. Do not try new things at the race. Eating two hours before start time in order to avoid a full stomach, and drinking up to start time are a MUST. Front powerful headlamp (at least 100 lumens) is necessary, especially if you are delayed during the return course. Irregular mobile signal from start line to Rosales Aid Station. Then it will be mostly unavailable and irregular again in Colorado Aid Station. Good signal from Bayos to Finish Line. Follow White Tape with Patagonia Run logo marks, and marshals` directions. In the event of snow at Colorado Hill, white tapes will be placed together with yellow tapes as additional marking. Pay attention to detour signalling according to running distance, especially at Colorado Aid Station, where you must RETURN to the Finish Line. Do not follow the crowd. Do not cross areas closed with yellow tapes, which are paths not included in the race course. RETURN at Colorado Aid Station: You must go in to register your chip, after which you can go on to Bayos Aid Station. If you decide to drop out of the race, you MUST notify the Aid Station (PAS) head, rescuer, or staff at Start or Finish Line. Do not notify marshals, as they only give road directions. At Colorado and Bayos Aid Stations, shuttle services will be provided for runners who drop out, taking them back to Race Office (Le Village Hotel) at timetables instructed by the aid station Head. 8. Contact Information www.patagoniarun.com - info@patagoniarun.com TMX Team: info@tmxteam.com Congreso 1534-11 A CABA Buenos Aires - +54 11 4706 0656 NQN Eventos: nqneventos@smandes.com.ar Los Cipreses 1896 - San Martín de los Andes - +54 2972 420 949 Patagonia Run Mountain Hardwear 2018 Participant Guide 42k Page 8 out of 8