- October 30 - November 1, 2008 - Pittsfield, Vermont
Pittsfield races are not designed to be easy.
They are designed to challenge you, make you cry, make you dirty, and in some cases, make you bleed a little. The race organizers have a sincere desire to help you succeed. We also have a sincere desire to challenge you beyond your limits, and to provide you with a race experience that you are seldom to find anywhere else in the East.
The course is tough and the weather can be unpredictable; but your courage undeniable. We strive to provide you with a race you will never forget, and if you complete the course, a badge of courage and determination to wear on your chest. This race makes a great training run for any of the more difficult 100 Mile races (HURT, Hardrock, Massanutten, Grand Tetons, Bear) and subsequently any of the "easier" 100's as well.
We highly suggest you check out one of our other races prior to this race in order to get a better idea of what you are up against. We currently offer a Snowshoe Marathon in March and The Pittsfield Peaks Ultra Challenge (55 Miles) in June.
Visit peak.com for more info.
As with any event of this size, volunteers are needed and greatly appreciated. If anyone needs to satisfy their volunteer requirement for another race, or simply wishes to be a part of our inaugural event, please contact Sherpa John to set something up. We are in need of aid station workers, timers, course monitors, sweepers and more.
Contact Sherpa John to find out how you can earn comp entry into a 2009 Peaks Race!
The race start and finish will be at Amee Farm, on Rte 100 in Pittsfield, VT.
Burlington International Airport | Burlington, VT.
81 Miles, or approximately 1:26 Drive
Manchester-Boston Regional | Manchester, NH.
230 Miles, or approximately 3:10 Drive
We will also have camping available near the Start/Finish at The Amee Farm. For those interested in nearby hotels and Bed and Breakfast accommodations page.
* Important: All 100 mile runners must check-in on race morning by 4:45 a.m.
All 100 and 200 Mile Participants will enjoy 100 Mountainous Miles of 95% Single track trails, logging roads and snowmobile trails; 4.9% Dirt roads and .1% pavement totaling approximately 20,000 feet of elevation gain.
The second 100 Miles for the 200 Mile Runners consists of 100% single-track/double-track trails and dirt roads over rolling country terrain with 10,000 additional feet of gain.
Attention Google Earth Users:
Check out the Google Earth version of the race course complete with aid stations, parking, pacer pickup and more...
More details to come.
You are allowed to leave drop bag at the following locations:
All three locations will also be open for crew access.
Crews are not necessary for this race, however, we suggest you consider one as a matter of your own personal comfort. Crews will have access to aid stations TBD.
200 Mile participants are allowed a pacer after they complete the first 100 Miles. 100 Mile Participants are allowed a pacer after completion of the two Blood Root Loops. Participants in either race over 60 years of age are allowed a pacer for the entirety of their respective event.
200 mile race participants must complete the course within 72 hours, or by November 2, at 5:00 p.m.
100 mile race participants must complete the course within 36 hours, or by November 2, at 5:00 p.m.
*** You must report to a race official if you retire from the race. Failure to do so will disqualify you from future participation in this and other pittsfield events
Average High Temperature is 47 Degrees, Average Low is 32 Degrees. Please keep in mind that this race is held in New England, weather here often changes at a moments notice this time of year and has been known to be "freakish." Temps could soar into the 80's on race day, it could also snow the entire time you are running. Come prepared for ANYTHING. Sunrise is at 7:26 a.m. and Sunset is at 5:30 p.m. for a total of 10 hours and 4 Minutes of sunlight.
Sunday, November 2, at 6:30pm
Join us for our post race bonfire awards ceremony where we will be gladly hosting a post race cookout. All entrants will receive a meal ticket in their race packet. Extra meals can be purchased for $5 per person.
Please e-mail ahead to reserve extra space!
Each finisher will receive a unique finisher's award respective of their completed race. We do NOT offer a Belt Buckle. If you sign up for the 200 Miler and fail to complete the distance, yet complete at least 100 Miles, you will NOT receive a 100 Mile Finisher's award but we WILL award you an official 100 Mile finishers time.
There will be no medical checks before, after or during the race. Each entrant is responsible for knowing his or her own physical limitations. We encourage each entrant to get a complete physical before participating in this race. We will have medically trained personnel available to provide assistance when needed. If in the opinion of the run director, aid station captains, or medical personnel, your physical or mental condition deteriorates to the point of endangering your safety, you will be withdrawn from the race. The nearest Emergency Medical Center is 15 Miles Away.
"Sherpa" John Lacroix
Email: sherpajohn@gmail.com
Phone: (603) 292-5912
Andy Weinberg
Email: pittsfieldultra@yahoo.com
Phone: (309) 642-2230