Big Chief 50K 2020 - Ultramarathon in Truckee, CA

Event Details

What’s Included

At the finish:

Cold drinks, including beer
Snacks
Finisher's medal
Race tech t-shirt
Medical support

Aid Stations:

Water and gatorade
Fruit
Salty snacks

Raceday Logistics

Sunday 12th July:

06:00 - Registration and packet pick-up opens
06:45 - Registration and packet pick-up closes
06:50 - Pre-race briefing
07:00 - 50k race starts
11:15 - First finisher expected
12:30 - Prizegiving
15:00 - Cut-off time for the race (8hrs)
15:30 - Event finishes

Kit List

Although there are several aid stations on the route, you are advised to carry some of your own supplies, such as water and energy gels/bars. The terrain is mixed, with lots of climbing and rocks, so sturdy trail shoes should be worn.

Volunteers

Volunteers can earn a free race registration of their own. In return for volunteering a minimum of 4 hours, you will receive:

$10 of Big Blue Adventure Bucks for future events
Event SWAG
Food and drink
Awards ceremony and afterparty

Volunteers must be older than 17, or accompanied by an adult/guardian

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the start and finish?

Start and finish in the beautiful Town of Silverton,

Is this a cupless event?

To reduce carbon footprint and preservation of the trails we love, the Silverton Alpine Marathon and 50K will be a cupless event.

Are there awards?

Awards will be given to finishers in the marathon if completed in under 10 hours and to the 50K finishers if finished in under 11 hours. Special awards for Men’s/Women’s Overall winners. Awards ceremony around 1PM on Sunday.

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