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american river 50 mile

endurance run

Welcome to the 35th Annual American River 50 Mile Endurance Run Presented by Clif Bar. We hope you're getting excited for a safe and successful journey to Auburn. Please take time to read through all details below so that we may help in your final preparations toward race day.
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Welcome
Runners!
We invite you to read about the AR50 history rich in tradition.

AR50 and NorCalUltras are proud to support our race beneficiaries; California Conservation of Trails (CCOT), Running School and Wings for Life.

Our volunteers are the lifeblood of this event. Without the dedication of our aid station captains, crews, course markers, medical/safety teams, radio operators, mounted patrol sweeps, and my NorCalUltras team, this event could not happen. Please take a moment on race day to say "thanks" to all these individuals who are giving their time and energy to help you safely arrive at the finish line. Thanks to our partnership with the Brown's Ravine Marina, California State Parks - Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, Auburn State Recreation Area, the Auburn Recreation District and City of Auburn for their continued support.

Thanks to our generous sponsors and partners for their contributions to help make AR50 a premier event.

The trails are in pristine condition, the sun will be shining and our one of a kind sweet Patagonia jacket and AR50 medallion await you at the finish line. On behalf of my AR50 team, we look forward to seeing you soon.

Happy trails,
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Letter from the Mayor of Auburn
- Bridget Powers
Welcome to the City of Auburn, the "Endurance Capital of the World".
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Letter from the Folsom
Tourism Bureau
Welcome to Folsom! We are so glad you are here! We hope you enjoy Folsom's many amenities including...
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"Endurance is not just the ability to bear a hard thing, but to turn it into glory."
- William Barclay
presenting
sponsors
Thanks to the following presenting sponsors for their support and contributions toward the race.
 
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connected
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early
check in
Early Check In is at Fleet Feet Sports, Fair Oaks. You may check in the following days:
  • Thursday, April 3, 2014 – 2 P.M. – 8 P.M.
  • Friday, April 4, 2014 - 10 A.M. – 8 P.M.
Why come on Thursday?
6, that's right 6 runners that come on Thursday will have the chance to win a lucky pass in to the 2015 AR50 Mile Endurance Run. Yup, you read that correct! You will receive a complimentary entry. How "Awesome" is that?!

Everyone who comes on Thursday, is also eligible to enter in to the drawing for 6 - $25 gift card compliments of our friends at Fleet Feet Sports!
Here's how it works:
  • AR50 Drawing:
    • Show up on Thursday between 2 P.M. and 8 P.M.
    • You will enter your name in to the AR50 candy jar.
    • At the last 10 minutes of each hour, a winner will be drawn at random.
    • Certificates are non transferable and must be used for the 2015 event.
  • Gift Card Drawing:
    • After you pick up your bib, write your # on a sticky note. Drop it in the AR50 Superstar Jar. The last 10 minutes of each hour, a lucky winner will be drawn.
race day
check in
Race Day Check In is at Brown's Ravine Marina from 5:00 a.m. - 5:40 a.m.
Address: Browns Ravine, Folsom, Ca. 95763 | Click here for map.
Wave Start Times
  • Wave 1 – 6:00 A.M.
  • Wave 2 – 6:15 A.M.
Please Read!
  • The park road in to Brown's Ravine will close at 5:40 A.M. You MUST be in before this time. This is for your safety and the safety of the event.
  • You will only receive your bib number and B-tag. Your shirt and goody bag will need to be picked up at the finish line at the AR50 Awards Tent. We will NOT mail these out after the race.
  • If you have checked in on Thursday or Friday, you do not need to check in on race morning.
 
pre race
banquet
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trail runner nation Join Trail Runner Nation Co-hosts Don Freeman and Scott Warr for a night of hearty fun and laughter!
You'll need some healthy energy and enthusiasm to power you from Folsom to Auburn. We have the perfect pre-race plan for you.

Join founder and AR's first female winner Sally Edwards along with race pioneers Steve and Nancy March, Dana Gard and Bob Crowley for the inspiration and enthusiasm to get you pumped up for the big day! Whether you are running your first AR50 or 35th, we invite you, your friends and family to join!

Special raffles and swag will be given away!
course
logistics
Bus Transportation
  • You must pre-register for the bus (A.M. or P.M.).
  • The morning bus leaves promptly from the finish line (Auburn) at 4:10 A.M.
  • The afternoon and evening shuttles, compliments of our friends at Future Ford Roseville leave at: 4P.M., 6 P.M. and 8:15 P.M.
  • For both the AM and PM busses, you MUST be pre-registered.
Driving Guidelines
  • We highly discourage you leaving your car at the start as parking is limited. If you must leave a car, follow all parking monitor instructions and be inside the park road BEFORE 5:40 A.M.
  • Wouldn't you rather kick back, relax and have your vehicle be at the finish line in Auburn? Take the bus to the start line!
  • The park entrance road will close at this time – 5:40 and then you will be running the AR51, an extra mile to the start line. Plan ahead and don’t be late!
 
Wings for Life
  • 1 Male and 1 Female with the lowest combined finish times of 2 races (WTC and AR50) will win:
    • A free entry to run in the Wings for Life World Run– May 4th Santa Clarita, CA
    • 1 hotel night stay
    • $500 gas card
    • To be eligible: runners must compete and finish BOTH WTC and AR50
    • Winners will be announced following AR50 on April 5, 2014
Patagonia #sufferbetter
A picture is worth a thousand words or in this case a head to toe trail running kit. Clean product in perfect lighting is fine for some brands, but we think beauty can be found in the gritty reality of ultra running. After all, I don't care who you are – running long in the mountains will make you hurt. Post your photos to Instagram using this hash tag and share your story with us. Over the next year we will be selecting the best images and winners will receive a free head to toe running kit from Patagonia. Stop by our recovery lounge on race day and ask us about how you can get in on the fun.
 
Lodging and
Shuttle Times
If you are staying at one of our six Folsom hotel properties, you will receive a complimentary shuttle to the race start AND VIP Access to our Hospitality Warming Tent.

Here is the schedule for hotel departures. Please be early as the shuttle will leave on time.
Lake Natoma Inn
Departure: 4:15 A.M.
Courtyard by Marriott &
Residence Inn by Marriott
  • Departure: 4:15 A.M.
  • Pick up is at Courtyard by Mariott
  • These properties are adjacent to one another
Hilton Garden Inn &
Larkspur Landing Folsom
  • Departure: 4:15 A.M.
  • Pick up is at Hilton Garden Inn
  • These properties are adjacent to one another
Hampton Inn
Departure: 4:15 A.M.
Timing and
Wave Starts
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  • AR50 is using the ChronoTrack B-tag timing system.
  • Your timing chip is on your bib.
  • Please do NOT fold or it will not read.
  • Wave 1 – 6:00 A.M.
  • Wave 2 – 6:15 A.M.
  • Your wave start will be designated on your bib label.
  • We thank you for your cooperation in staying in your assigned wave. This is for your safety and overall race experience.
 
Course
and map
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  • Course will be marked in ORANGE ribbon.
  • Follow all chalk and flour markings
  • Head lamps will be needed at the start. You can drop your head lamp in the designated bin at Folsom Point (mile 4.97). Be sure to put your name on it.
  • You can retrieve your head lamp at the finish drop bag area.
  • Please remove all headphones at aid stations and bike trail intersections. This is for your personal safety and the safety of the event.
 
Aid
Stations
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  • Please review the mileage charts and course cut-off's.
    • Wave One
    • Wave Two
  • GU Roctane Energy Gel and Roctane Energy Drink will be served on course
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    • Roctane Energy Gel Flavors – various flavors
    • Roctane Energy Drink Flavors– Grape and Tropical
  • Buzzard's Cove is an EXPRESS STATION, which means WATER & ROCTANE ONLY – be sure to fuel and hydrate at Granite Bay.
  • Aid Stations will be well stocked with plenty of energy foods and fluids.
 
Crewing Instruction
and Tips
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Drop Bags
and Pacers
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Drop Bag locations:
  • Beal’s Point (Mile 24)
  • Rattlesnake Bar ( Mile 40)
  • Finish Line (Mile 50)
  • Please bring your drop bags on Saturday morning to the race start.
  • Look for the designated sign for each location.
  • Label your bag with your name
Pacers
Pacers can be picked up at:
  • Beal’s Point
  • Granite Bay
  • Rattlesnake Bar
  • Pacers do not need to sign in.
  • Only one pacer at a time is allowed.
  • Pacers are required to arrange their own transportation.
 
Medical
Information
medical symbolMedical personnel will be at mile 25 (Beal's Point) and Finish Line. Medical personnel and aid station captains have the authority to pull any runner from the course. Cut off's on course are strictly enforced. They are in place for your safety and those around you. Your cooperation and understanding are appreciated.
 
Trail
Etiquette
Pack it in & Pack it out!

Keep it Beautiful.

AR50's partnership with California State Parks- Folsom Lake, Auburn State Recreation Area, Auburn Recreation District and City of Auburn are extremely important and vital to the success of our event.  We are privileged to have the opportunity to run these environmental sensitive historic trails.

Please respect the trails and do NOT litter.  Pack it in and pack it out.  If you are seen littering on the trail, you will be disqualified from the race.

Please read through our trail etiquette and safety rules. Thank you for your cooperation.
 
AR50
Awards
 
Volunteers
"The more you lose yourself in something bigger than yourself, the more energy you will have." - Norman Vincent Peale

If you are interested in being a part of AR50 and wish to volunteer, please e-mail:
volunteers@norcalultras.com
Post Race
Festival
Relax, recline and replenish in the Patagonia Recovery lounge and tell us your #sufferbetter story. Share your "AR50" race experience as you enjoy a Clif Builder Bar and cool beverages.

Soak your tired toes and feet in our Injinji Foot Baths.

Bring your friends and families and visit all of our friends in the festival area from 11 A.M. – 8 P.M.
 
Post Race
Eats
You came to AR50 to run 50 miles, but you'll want to stay long after the race for the smokin' hot BBQ.

Chefs Joe and John will be serving up -- fire-grilled burgers, roasted hot dogs, veggie burgers and all the fixin's to fill you up post run.

Homemade divine brownies and chocolatey chip cookies from Monica's and Carroll's Kitchen will be served.

Joe's Café is for runners only. Please be courteous with your quantities as we have over 1,000 runners to serve!

Soothe your body with a post race massage with our friends at Monsters of Massage

Spectators are invited to visit Kettle Kreations which will be offering Kettle Corn, Nachos, Hot Dogs, Fries, Chicken Strips and Assorted Drinks
 
Victory Night
Celebration
Victory Night Celebration presented by Folsom Tourism Bureau. All AR50 runners are invited complimentary to the Powerhouse Pub to hear Superlicious!

supericious
 
Coupons
 
Sponsors
folsom tourism

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