NOTES: The Event Date/Time entry is for the purpose of letting you know how current the provided information is. This it not a race calendar, and while I will attempt to keep the information current, it will not always be possible. The course information is supplied by RDs, ultra runners and other interested parties, and while everyone attempts to provide accurate information, **IT HAPPENS! Always check with the Race Director for the latest information.
Location: American River Recreation Area
Nearest Town(s): Cool, Auburn, CA
Event Date/Time: 3/8/03 8AM
Course Type: 2 distinct loops, connected by out and back leg; Start/Finish Cool Fire Station
Surface: 1M pavement, 6M fireroad, rest singletrack
Description: Rolling terrain, mostly forested with some exposed sections. Generally good footing, though there are some rocky sections and stream crossings. Can be quite wet and muddy if there have been recent rains. Fun but crowded and often hard to pass with up to 500 runners on singletrack trails.
Elevation Change: Climb 3800'; Descent 3800'
Altitude Range: 1500' - 2500' (?)
Longest Climb: 600' over 1/4M at M20
Time Limit/Cutoffs: 8 hours; 5:15 hours at M20.8 & 6:30 hours at M26.2
Aid Stations: 5; at mile 6.1, 14.5, 20.8, 26.2 & 29+
Website: Way Too Cool 50k
Race Director: Greg Soderlund 242 Hartnell Place Sacramento, CA 95825; Phone: 916-456-1122(h), Fax: 916-638-1320
Additional Information: Application available from website on 12/15. Fills within days! Drop bags at M26 and start/finish. No pacers or crew.
Submitted By: Jim Winne
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