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THESE ARE CHALLENGING SUMMER ULTRAS

GLER is running the 1st week of August in 2016. While prior race days were usually in the low 70s Fahrenheit, a summer ultra in Central New York can be warm and humid and this year the temperature will probably peak into the 80s or higher.  Runners need to manage their pace carefully.  A lightning storm is another possibility on race day.  Runners assume all risks associated with running in this event.

The shady lake-shore trails allow for quick running.  The rolling meadows, nicknamed by local runners, "the Serengeti," may have hot sun.  The rocks and roots of the steep upland forest trails can land you hard on the ground.  The looped course will test your will to continue.

VOLUNTEERS. Ultrarunners are great but VOLUNTEERS are the best and we need 24-36 to produce and execute a well run ultramarathon, from event planning, website manangement,  logisitics, course marking & unmarking (Thursday & Saturday) set up (Friday) and of course race day.  Pleae join Team GLER or refer someone:  tlh1058@gmail.com; thardy@apexsolarpower; 315-286-0722

PARK ENTRY FEE.

There is a $8 state park entry fee from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is not an entry fee on race day for those entering the park before 8:00 a.m. There is an entry fee for those who leave and return to the park after 8:00 a.m.

CHIP TIMING

Timing and results by Leone Timing.com.  

• 12 HOUR 87.5 km CUTOFF:

• Participants must finish 87.5 km (finish lap 7) within 12 hours in order to start the final lap. 13:15/mile pace or 1:42:51/lap. Race officials hope to provide an official finish to all participants under the 87.5 km cut-off. If you run an even pace, an extra 32:09 is allowed on the 8th lap for an official finish. The trailing runner will be accompanied by the course sweep. The trailing runner is expected to make steady forward progress or they will be assisted off the course.
• The only exception - The 87.5 km cutoff for Grandmasters 50+ is 12 hours and 45 minutes. 14:04/mile pace or 1:49:17/lap.

• 14 HOUR & 15 MINUTE COURSE CLOSURE:
  • Race course closes at 8:15 p.m. Any remaining participants will be assisted off the course unless their finish is imminent. 
  • The only exception - The race course closes at 9:00 p.m. (15 Hours) for Grandmasters 50+.
    

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  PARTICIPANTS ARE ALLOWED TO CHANGE RACES ON RACE DAY

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  AID STATIONS

  There are two aid stations on the 7.77 mile (12.5 km) course.         

  1. Main Aid Station - The lap/finish area at the Old Administration building.
  2. Midway - mid way around the course - less than 4 miles from Main. 
  • The aid stations have cold water, ice, cola, ginger ale, bananas, other fruit, cookies, and salty snacks.
  • Drinking cups will be available, but In the interest of minimizing waste and litter, participants are encouraged to carry bottles. Aid station volunteers will assist with filling bottles.
  • The aid stations provide fluid and energy sources for the participants along with some very basic first aid supplies. They do NOT provide electrolyte supplements, medicine or blister care. Ultrarunners are expected to be prepared with their own supplements, medicine and foot care.
    
  • The Main Aid Station is accessible by ambulance, but there will be long emergency response times to injury and illness on most of the trails.  

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  DROP BAGS (PARTICIPANT BELONGINGS)

  Participants and crew can position bags, coolers, chairs & canopies (10'x10' max) beside the Main Aid Station and along the paved footpath that brings the participants to the Main Aid Station. This area will be clearly designated on race morning. Drop bags can NOT be brought to the Midway aid station. 

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  PACING (BEING ACCOMPANIED BY A NON-PARTICIPANT)

  Pacing is not allowed until the final lap for 100K racers A paced runner has an advantage, and pacing puts more runners on the park trails. An official sweep will accompany the trailing runner under the 87.5 km cut-off on the last lap. 

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  HEADPHONES ARE DISCOURAGED, BUT ALLOWED 

  The American Trail Running Association does not advise the use of headphones. "The wearer typically hears nothing around them to include approaching wildlife, and other humans." Quote from Rules on the Run. 

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  SMALL CHILDREN AND DOGS

  Crews and spectators should supervise their children and dogs (6' leash policy) very carefully, especially near the Main Aid Station and Finish Line. Dogs, small children, and runners do not mix well . Thank you.

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