Drop13 Big Cottonwood Canyon Half Marathon & 5K
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Drop13 Big Cottonwood Canyon Half Marathon & 5K
The Drop13 event in Holladay, Utah includes a downhill half marathon and a 5K, plus several participant categories such as VIP, slow racer entries (for a four hour finish), a virtual race with bib/medal/shirt mailed, and an invitation-only pacer category. The half marathon starts near Solitude Ski Resort and covers 13.1 miles with a descent of more than 3000 feet and only a few level sections.
The half marathon course is USATF certified, so distances are measured with calibrated bikes. Aid stations on the half marathon are located at miles 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 11.55 and provide water, Powerade, restroom access and a relief kit that includes bandages, feminine napkins, muscle rub heat and body lube; mile 8 also offers GU gels. The 5K is an out and back that begins near the half marathon finish line and turns around at the first aid station; runners use the right side of the route to avoid oncoming traffic and the turnaround aid station offers similar supplies.
The race awards physical finisher medals and additional recognition items, including a PR medal and a Drop13lbs medal offered on an honor system for participants who report a 13 pound training weight loss. The listed race location is 6556 S Big Cottonwood Canyon Road, Holladay, UT 84121. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
