Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Remaining Races taking Place in Moab to Complete the 2011 Race Season


Have you heard about a new race set for Moab on September 24 2011? It is the Autumn 10 K. YOur choice of a 5K 10K or get the children out for a kids' race too. Benefits Charter School and the cross country teams in the Grand School District.

October 8 – 9 2011 Granny Gear's, Suzuki 24 hour mtn bike is a premier race for the competitive mountain bike circuit and other reasonably aggressive mountain bike athletes.

October 8 & 9 2011 The Slickrock 100 is a UTMB qualifier race. That means the Slickrock 100 will be worth 3 points for your 2012 Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc Registration!

October 27-29 2011 appeals to the Endurance Horse racer. No backtracking or repeat trails and incredible scenery. Get a mix of two track and single track riding with good footing and defined trail flagging and detailed maps. Please register in advance online or mail in the form.

October 16, 2011-01-24 The Other Half – half marathon has more elevation to conquer, under the sublime persuasion of immense scenery for which Canyonland Half Marathons are known. Packet Pick up is at the Moab Valley Inn Saturday 11 am – 7 pm, the day before the race only. A Pasta dinner is served that evening at Moab Valley Inn from 5-8 pm. Sunday, shuttles start at 6:30 am. Spectators will only be located at the finish at Sorrel River Ranch.

November 5th 2011 brings a trail marathon around the Pritchett Canyon area of Moab. It will be exclusive to 200 runners.

November 26 2011 The 16th Annual Turkey Trot is produced by Moab Recreation department. This 5K is suitable for strollers and dogs on leashes.

December 3 2011 The Moab Half Marathon producers bring to runner the Winter Sun 10K. The course is mostly downhill and starts a bit later, 10 AM. Runners will be eligible for prizes too.

Barrel racing will be taking place at the Old Spanish Trail Arena on October 1, 2; October 29, 30; and November 12, 13th. Get some professional guidance at the March 12th 2011 Barrel Racing Clinic in Moab too.