Re: [pct-l] FWD: 50 Mile race on the pct

[Stephen Stoddard <stoddars@ucs.orst.edu>]

Is this TRAIL RACE PCTA sponsored? Are races on the PCT something that the
club endorses? How many people attend this type of event and what are the
resulting effects on the trail itself?

On Fri, 26 Feb 1999, Brick Robbins wrote:

> 
> Smuggler 50 Mile Trail Race (near San Diego)
> Sunday, March 21, 1999
> 6:30 a.m. start at Lake Morena Park, Campo, CA
> 
> A trail race on the Pacific Crest Trail, starting with
> a 6 mile out-back, followed by a 44 mile out-back.  7
> aid stations at 6-7 mile intervals.  Trail is mostly
> rock free, with 4 major climbing sections. About 5500
> ft. of climb, elevations range from 2300 to 3450 ft.
> 
> Post-race food/soda will be provided. Drop bags at miles
> 12, 19, and 37.  Showers, bathroom, and camping are
> available at Lake Morena.  Entry fee is $15.  No awards or
> t-shirts will be given.
> 
> For an entry form, contact RD Shawn McDonald during days at (619) 558-7500
> ext. 7010, or email at mailto:mcdonald@signalpharm.com or 
> mailto:smmcdonald@msn.com.
> 
> This race will count in the Southern California Ultra Series.
> Maps, directions, and confirmation of entry will be sent
> to anyone entering prior to March 15.  Finishers certificate
> to all runners who complete the course in under 13.5 hours.
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> 

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