Fleet Feet Fall Classic Trail
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Fleet Feet Fall Classic - Trail (Chico, CA)
The event takes place at the South Rim Trail Head / backside of Bidwell Golf Course in Upper Bidwell Park, Chico, CA. It comprises two trail events run on single-track trails that start on the south side of the park down Annies Trail and finish through Yahi and the golf course.
Distances
- Half Marathon, 1600 ft climb in the first half, downhill second half.
- 4 Mile Endurance Challenge, 4 mile loop with hourly restarts up to eight hours.
The half marathon includes a steep climb with roughly 1600 feet of elevation gain in the first half and an aid station at the top of 10 Mile House. There are three aid stations and restrooms available on the half marathon course and two aid stations serving the 4 mile challenge; the start and finish area also provides water, electrolytes and trail snacks.
The 4 mile endurance race is run as a repeated loop. Runners who complete a loop in under 60 minutes may start the next loop when hourly rounds begin; direction changes every other lap. Completing eight loops equals about 32 miles and is required to be eligible for top three overall in the endurance race.
Race shirts are cotton blend from Upper Park Clothing Co.; guaranteed for registrations completed by September 25. Packet pickup occurs in the days before the event and at the race location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
