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The Course for 2010 will be changed to incorporate more off road lands and less roads and abandoned railroad. This will be updated on the website for Fall 2010.
Course Info
Locations of check points and aid stations will be identified on the map of the course, each runner will receive further instructions during the pre-run meeting. Plenty of parking is available at each station.
Leg 1 - The Ridge– 17 km
After an early start in St Paul you head on the Iron Horse Trail until you reach what we call simply "The Ridge". The Ridge consists of steep rolling hills in which even the most experience runner's will find challenging. This leg consist of gravel trail and dirt /grass paths. We moved this leg to the start so that the runners can experience the beauty of "The Ridge" in the daylight.
Difficulty rating – 5 out 7
Leg 2 – Doggone Creek – 20 km
New to the course this year, this leg has a variety of challenges. After starting off with a nasty road climb you will make your way across fields to a beautiful valley which is the home to Doggone Creek. After crossing the creek (small bridge) you will make your way to the next station at the base of Moose Mountain. This leg uses roads, open fields, bush trails and rough slews, so be ready to expect anything.
Difficulty rating – 3 out 7
Leg 3 – Moose Mountain – 26 km
Even though it is not actually classified as a mountain but a very large hill, but what a hill it is! We move this leg into the 100km portion so that all the soloist and teams could experience the mystic Moose Mountain. Difficult at times it also has the best view.This leg which has a little bit of everything, atv trails, dirt roads and highway ends in the town of Elk Point and is the turn around point for the 100 km events.
Difficulty rating – 7 out 7
Leg 4 – Riverveiw – 30 km (for 100 mile soloist and 100 mile relay teams only)
From friendly Elk Point you make your way to the beautiful town of Riverview using the the shores of the North Saskatchewan River. There will be some challenging climbs on the trail so be ready. This leg still has to be mapped out so check back for updates, but I will assure you this will be one of the most scenic legs of the race.
Difficulty rating – 6 out 7
Leg 5 – Lindbergh Express – 30 km (for 100 mile soloist and 100 mile relay teams only)
Whoever said there are no big hills around St Paul, never had to climb Moose Mountain. We think this hill will challenge even the most diehard runners. Good Luck. Gravel roads, ATV Trails and highway ditches make up this trail.
Difficulty rating – 4 out 7
Leg 6 – Stoney lake – 16 Km
From Elk Point to th Stoney Lake you pass through the community of Armistice using the scenic Iron Horse Trail. It seems like you get back to nature on this little run before you finish up with a challenging hills at Stoney Lake. This leg consists of gravel trail and road.
Difficulty rating – 1 out 7
Leg 7 – The Home Run– 21 Km
It’s the home stretch; you make your way back to St Paul, using roads, the other ridge, lakeshore and boardwalk. A hero's welcome will be waiting for everyone at the finish line.
Difficulty rating – 3 out 7
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