100+ Mile El Paso Stage Race

Tentatively scheduled for Oct. 21-23, 2005

--Mixture of runnable single-track trails, old jeep roads, some dirt and
paved road.

--Probably a shorter Friday stage, +-18-19 miles (with civilized later
morning start time), followed by longer 40-41+ mile stages on Saturday and Sunday for 100+ mile total.

**You are welcome to come run one day or all three, and will be
included in results. Adjusted entry fees depending on how many stages
you plan to run.

--Altitude 4,200'- 5,200'. No major climbs. Some remote sections. Maps
and detailed typed directions given to all runners, tricky intersections
well-flagged. Still, you should be able to read a map and follow written
directions.

--Many self-serve aid stations including all types of fluids-- water,
soda pop, gatorade etc. Limited food-- clif bars, candy, etc.

--In each stage, runners will pass by their vehicle (start/ finish area
for day) at the most at 15 mile intervals.

--Yes, October is a busy month with many interesting ultras around the
USA, but that is the way it goes.

(we will have the 9th annual Sagebrush Stride 8 Hour Run in December,
for someone wanting to visit sunny Greater El Paso in winter). Weather
here late October is usually the best of the whole year (highs +-75F,
lows 50F).

--We will have some "dutch treat" dinners at local restaurants, for
those who are interested (luckily there are good cafes within a few
miles of each daily start/ finish point). Also many motels close to
course.

--We will have entry fees, and all runners must sign a search and rescue
form/ waiver. Optional t-shirt fee. Some door/ raffle prizes.

--I plan to pre-run the course this summer, to get an idea of time
involved. My guess is the 40 mile stages will take a faster runner (7.5
hour road or easy trail runner) <10 hours, a more mid or back-of-pack
runner 12-13 hours. Flashlights are advised for the end of the day.

--This should be a fun, different kind of event, and a chance to enjoy a
wide variety of scenery and terrain.
--Please direct inquiries to:
Mark Dorion
markd@utep.edu
(915)581-9541