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Aspen Backcountry Marathon...

EVENTS
  • Marathon:- Run 26.2 Miles
  • Half Marathon:- Run 13.1 Miles
RACE DATE
Saturday, August 12, 2017
REGISTRATION WEBSITE
Location
Rio Grande Park
Address
130 South Galena
CITY
Aspen
STATE/TERR
Colorado
Zip
81611
COUNTRY
USA
Description

Boasting spectacular views of the Elk Mountains and the city of Aspen, Colorado, the Aspen Backcountry Marathon & Half Marathon is run almost exclusively on high country dirt trails. Challenging ascents, exciting descents and wide diversity in terrain will challenge even the most well trained athlete.

Starting & Finishing in the heart of downtown at Rio Grande Park where participants will be greeted by a crowd of spectators and supporters.  

So get your running shoes on and come run the most challenging and scenic marathon or half marathon you’ve ever run!

Prizes:
Marathon Cash Purse:
1st place Male and Female = $600
2nd place Male and Female = $400
3rd place Male and Female = $200

Half Marathon:
1st place Male and Female = $150 Adidas Gift Card

King of the Mountain - Marathon, Male and Female - $250 Adidas Gift Card**
King of the Mountain - 1/2 Marathon, Male and Female - winner's plaque**

Top Three finishers by age-group for the Marathon (19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+) will receive an Adidas gift certificate for $150.

Top Three finishers by age-group for the 1/2 Marathon (19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+) will receive a ribbon.

All finishers will recieve a Stainless Steel Pint Glass.

Event details and schedule

Other Info


• 2017 race registration is open.

Registration Information.

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PREVIOUS RESULTS


  • 2012 Results at: milliseconds.com
  • 2011 Results at TriFind.com: Overall
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