40 miles to the highest point in the East...a mix of pavement, double and single track trails. Conditions can be brutal...single digit temps and snow are common... see www.blackmountainmarathon.com
When: February (This trail race takes place in February each year. Visit race website link below for details.)
Location: North Carolina, United States Geographic Area: Black Mountain
Nearby City: Black Mountain
Event 1:
Race Length: 40 miles (64.4 km)
Elevation Gain:
5,000 feet (+125 ft/mi)
Elevation Loss: 5,000 feet (-125 ft/mi)
High Point: 6,684 feet
Low Point: 1,953 feet
80% dirt trails, 5% dirt roads, 15% paved
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Additional Information
Website URL: http://www.blackmountainmarathon.com (opens new window)
Race Director: jaycurwen
Phone: 828-713-9139
Details
Lottery for the Challenge begins on September 1st, 2011 and continues through September 8th...
Marathon registration begins on September 9th.
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Submitted On: 9/01/2011 By: jaycurwen (Race Director)
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