 20th Annual - Turquoise Lake 20 mile Snowshoe Run
Saturday, January 3, 2009 - 10am Start
Leadville, Colorado
2009 Final Race Results
2008 Final Race Results
2007 Final Race Results
An ultra-marathon consisting of a big loop on, above, and around Turquoise Lake. Over 2700' of climbing with a high point of 11,370'. The trails are usually semi-packed, and the views are great. This event is not for the meek or inexperienced. It can be one of the most difficult winter events known.
Required gear: You must start with at least 20 oz. of fluid, 200 cal. of food & use 8”x25” or larger snowshoes.
 7 hour time limit.
No Dogs Please.
Supported by:
RACE START/FINISH:At Sugar Loafin' Campground, located 3 1/2 miles west of downtown Leadville on paved/plowed County Rd. #4. Go west (downhill) from the downtown stoplight at 6 th St. & Hwy. 24 . Turn right at the 'T' intersection.
A warning: I-70 ski traffic can be terrible race morning, with delays probable. Leave very early or consider staying in Leadville
the night before, or choose another route.
AID: Water, food, shelter, warmth, restrooms, changing areas, at the start/finish. Possibly 1 to 3 fluid stops in the race. We strive to have aid but do not count on it! Plan on knowing your ability, being winter-wise, and carrying extra food, water and clothing.
COME PREPARED for bad weather, so you can enjoy every condition better than the worst. Bring warm, dry clothes to change
into after the race to enjoy the awards and camaraderie.
 PERMITS: Event held in the San Isabel National Forest under special use permit from the Forest Service,
USDA
SNOWSHOES: 8"by 25"minimum size. (measure your pair!) Call Bill's SportShop (719) 486-0739 to reserve a pair to rent.
AWARDS AND DIVISIONS: We will award prizes in each race, to top men/women and some age groups, depending on entries.
There will be a raffle for prizes from our sponsors.
email chaffeerunners@yahoo.com
or
(719) 539-4112
www.salidarec.com/ccrc
REGISTRATION AND FEES: You can enter in advance by mailing us the completed form and either $10 or a
commitment to bring a good substantial food dish for the post race feed. Entries must be postmarked by Dec 28 for $10 entry. The
food dish should be healthy and prepared. Things like Twinkies, Kool-Aid or six packs are not acceptable. You should prepare the
food! Please come if you commit to bring food: we will count on it!
Late registration within the 7 days prior to the event will cost $15 for the 20 mile (20 miler is $20 race day). You can
not bring food race day instead of a fee: you must register and commit to this option in advance! Race day registration may be
limited, so phone/email ahead to check in the days prior to the event. |
