Date: Saturday, October 16th, 2010
8:00 AM
RUIDOSO, NEW MEXICO
The Race
Ski Run Road Challenge is a 20K(12.5 miles) uphill run (solo or team relay race) on a paved road -(Highway 532) in Lincoln County, Ruidoso, New Mexico. This race is sanctioned by USATF. All profits benefit Ski Apache Disabled Skier program.
Times
• Race starts 8 a.m. sharp at Eagle Creek Sports Complex.
• Relay buses will leave at 7.30 a.m. to drop off team members at MM3.3, MM6, & MM9.5.
Elevation & Relief stations
• Start: 7319 feet
• MM3.3: 7608 feet (Water & energy drink available)
• MM6: 8645 feet (Water & energy drink available)
• MM9.5: 9959 feet (Water & energy drink available)
• Finish at Ski Apache Plaza: 9970 feet
Age Groups
• Male & Female: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40- 49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 &over.
• Relay Teams: Male, Female or Co-ed.
Registration – No registration on race day.
By mail: Must be postmarked no later that Oct 13 , 2010. Mail to: SRRC, P.O. Box 561, Ruidoso, NM 88355.
Internet registration: Active.com
Late Registration & Packet pick-up:
• Friday, October 15th at Ruidoso Athletic Club, from 8:00 am till 5:00 pm, 415 Wingfield Street (575-257-4900 or 937-7106)
Costs:
• Solo $20 if postmarked by 9/30/10, $30 through 10/14/10. $50 on 10/15/10.
• Military/Youth (under 19): $20 through 10/14/10. $40 on 10/15/10.
• Relay Male/Female/Co-ed: $100 if postmarked by 9/30/10, $130 through 10/14/10. $160 on 10/15/10. Military Relay: $100 through 10/14/10. $160 on 10/15/10.
The Cause
Started in 1976, Ski Apache Disabled Skiers Program is one of the oldest adaptive ski schools in the country. The goal of SADSP is to provide snow sports instruction to any person with a permanent disability, regardless of the type of extent of disability or financial limitations. SADSP works with individuals, schools, NMSB & VI, rehabilitation centers, occupational and physical therapy centers.
T-Shirts & Awards & Food
The first 3 overall Male & Female winners will receive products from Nathan Human Propulsion Laboratories (wwwNathanSports.com) and a carved Ruidoso bear. Awards to first, second and third male & female in each age groups will be at the discretion of the race director. All preregistered participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt with their packet. We make every effort to have sufficient shirts for all participants. Great food catered by Ski Apache will be available free of charge to runners & volunteers at the finish line (Ski Apache Plaza). Guests and spectators may purchase lunch.
Traffic Control and Safety
Since Hwy 532/Ski Run Road ends at Ski Apache parking lot (the finish line for the race), traffic will be closed to unauthorized vehicles from MM3 to MM12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Starting at noon, shuttle buses will return finishers to the starting point of the race. Any private/unauthorized vehicles MUST start the drive to the finish line before 8 a.m. and cannot come back down before noon. NO EXCEPTIONS.
RUNNERS STAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR THE ENTIRE RACE! NO DEVICES WITH HEADPHONES!
No Walkers, No bicycles, No strollers, No pets allowed, No devices with headphones..
Accommodations
• The High Country Lodge (walking distance from the start of the race) will offer a $69 + tax room rate, Hwy 48, Alto, NM 88312. 1-800-845-7265 or 575-336-4321.www.highcountrylodge.net
• La Junta Lodge (located 11/2 mile West of Eagle Creek Sports Complex). $69 + tax/2 persons & $10 for each additional person. Late check out at 1p.m.www.lajuntalodge.com. Reservations 1-800-443-8423.
• Check Websites such as www.ruidosonow.com, www.ruidoso.net, www.goruidosonow.com.
Weather/Clothing
The average October temperatures in Ruidoso are low 31, high 68. At this elevation, be prepared for the “unexpected.” Weather can change suddenly. Participants are encouraged to have adequate clothing available at the finish line. A race vehicle will be available to carry a bag (preferably the same as your packet) with your bib number to the finish line to be collected at the end of the race.
Directions
MAP OF NEW MEXICO
(click for a larger size)
NORTH: From I-25 South take exit 139, Hwy 380 east to Carrizozo then Hwy 37 to Nogal, Hwy 48 to Ruidoso, turn right to Ski Run Road (#532).
SOUTH :: From Las Cruces, NM take Hwy 70 NE to Alamogordo then north to Ruidoso, proceed on Hwy 48 six miles north of Ruidoso to Ski Run Road(#532). From El Paso, TX take Hwy 54 north to Alamogordo, NM then HWY 70 north to Ruidoso, proceed on Hwy 48 six miles north of Ruidoso to Ski Run Road (#532).
EAST: From Roswell, NM take Hwy 70 West to Ruidoso, then proceed on Hwy 48, six miles north of Ruidoso to Ski Run Road (#532).
Information
Race Director: Frederic Moras
(575) 257-9507 or (575) 937-7106; email info@skirunroadchallenge.com info@skirunroadchallenge.com