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Jul 13, 2017 14:50:22 GMT -8
Post by coastaltrailruns on Jul 13, 2017 14:50:22 GMT -8
No profile since it's a temporary route due to the dam closure. Sorry. Elevation gain info on website is accurate.
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jun 20, 2017 11:13:37 GMT -8
Martin,
Your description was very accurate. Thanks! Yes, crossing about 20-30 yds upstream from the original point is a good option. From the S. shore, we'll cross to the new island where it is relatively shallow (~2ft) and the flow is slower. There are small/mid-size boulders so, for the 1st time, we agree (& recommend) that runners keep their shoes on. From the island to the N. shore, we'll cross where the bottom is sandy and the river is pooling (~3.5ft) and calm. A lot of runners like to submerge and cool off and that would be a great spot.
Thanks again for your help, Martin. See you Saturday!
Wendell, RD
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jun 19, 2017 18:41:55 GMT -8
Here's an update from Martin:
"HI Wendell,
glad you got the message!
This afternoon my nephew and I ran the other half of the course starting from the usual turnaround at the N. end. Coming from that direction (from the Felton side) one can see where Rincon Rd., comes down to the San Lorenzo. From that direction we could see where to ford the river. I successfully made the crossing about 20 or 30 yards upstream from where the crossing has been the last couple of years. This is done by going across to a new island in the middle of the river (I don't remember the island being there last year), so there are two river crossings in each direction -- e.g., from the S. shore to the little island and from the island to the N. shore. The two problems with last year's crossing route are a) that on the N. bank the start of the Rincon Fire Rd., is VERY thoroughly blocked with fallen trees, and b) the water is quite deep (well above waist height). There might be a few other options but I thought that going 20 or 30 yards upstream was the best since Rincon goes upstream on the N. bank.
I'd advise runners to keep their shoes on this year for the San Lorenzo crossings and not to carry any items that might not do well with getting wet."
I'm going down to check crossing/course tomorrow, too. Thanks, Martin! Wendell, RD
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jun 1, 2017 7:13:04 GMT -8
The profile for the reroute is now on the website under the "Course Information" tab. The 5.5 mi section has about 500' of gain (~350' more than the original course).
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Post by coastaltrailruns on May 24, 2017 13:20:49 GMT -8
Yes, you are correct. The detour is currently along McCrary Ridge/Howard King. We'll use the original course if the park is able to reopen that SttS section before the event. See you then!
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Apr 19, 2017 13:34:03 GMT -8
3600 Joaquin Miller (at Sanborn Dr.) You can also find a link to directions on the website.
See you then!
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Apr 19, 2017 13:31:39 GMT -8
Glad you came back to Grizzly Peak for your wallet!!
Wendell, RD
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Apr 4, 2017 14:04:04 GMT -8
You're very welcome, PeteS. We're so glad to hear that you had a good experience. We'll check out RaceRaves...
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jul 15, 2016 6:01:42 GMT -8
Great! See you Sunday!
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Post by coastaltrailruns on May 24, 2016 15:45:01 GMT -8
Here are some good options for your 1st 50K:
- Crystal Springs (Woodside) - 4,500' (January or August) - Big Basin -Skyline to the Sea - 3,200' (June) - Canyon Meadow (Oakland) - 3,800' (June) - Coastal 50K (Marin Headlands) - but 6,100' (Sept)
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Post by coastaltrailruns on May 21, 2016 10:43:15 GMT -8
Beau Bonneau Casting, a Casting Agency in San Francisco, is seeking SF Bay Area local runners, women 20s to early 30s, for a Non Union commercial for ear buds. Seeking active runners who are in good shape, attractive and professional appearing with long hair. Auditions are being held Tues 5/24 by appointment only in SF. The shoot will take place one day only, either Thurs 5/26 or Fri 5/27 in SF, exact date TBD. The runner selected for the shoot will receive $800 for the shoot day (up to 10 hours). Must be avail for the audition and for either shoot day, or do not submit. HOW TO SUBMIT: If available for the audition and shoot, email the following to beaubonneaucasting@gmail.com ASAP: * Subject line: Runner, Name, Approx Age, City you live in, Cell * Height, Weight * Running Experience (i.e. years running, how often, distance, do you belong to a running club) * Attach 2 new camera phone snapshots, 1 waist up looking into camera smiling and 1 standing view (with tank/tee and shorts). No hats or sunglasses.
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jul 17, 2015 19:43:41 GMT -8
10 yr age groups
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jul 6, 2015 9:15:47 GMT -8
Entry fees increase August 1st. Due to the remoteness of the starting areas of the Express Half Marathon, Marathon and 50 Km, we have arranged for shuttle buses to transport runners to the start. Note: there is no shuttle from the finish back to the start. Bizz Johnson
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jun 23, 2015 6:14:41 GMT -8
Start slow. Hike the uphills, coast downhills. No, you're not too crazy. ;-)
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Post by coastaltrailruns on Jun 17, 2015 6:15:50 GMT -8
There's a relatively short (.40 mi)/steep (400') section leaving the start area up Canyon Trail to East Ridge. The rest of the course is gradual and very runnable. Elevation gain for the 50k is 3,800'. Our 50K event at Malibu Creek SP has 6,000' elevation gain.
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