SIXTH ANNUAL HARDROCK 100 MILE MOUNTAIN RUN 100 Miles of Wild Alpine Trails General: A 100 mile trail run in the San Juan Mountains Start: 6am, Friday, July 11, 1997, at The Kendall Mountain Ski and Recreation Area, Silverton. Course: Four legs, linking Silverton, Telluride, Ouray and Lake City. The finish is at Kendall Mountain Ski and Recreation Area, the same location as the start. The course is 101.3 miles long, has a cumulative vertical gain of greater than 33,000 feet and takes place at an average elevation of over 11,000 feet. The high point is 14,048 feet. This course is in the same direction as 1994 run (clock wise), but may have some modifications from that course, to place more of the run on trails. Responsibility: At the top of our list when designing this course was to provide a challenging run through the beautiful San Juan Mountains. This is a very tough run in remote, rugged country; runners must assume responsibility for their own safety - the run management cannot assume any responsibility for your safety once you leave the aid stations. Apart from bears, foxes, elk, coyotes and mountain lions, runners will very likely encounter the most dangerous varmint in the wilderness - man! During the summer this area is very busy with hikers, climbers, four-wheelers, and others out enjoying the outdoors. Most of these folks are agreeable, but as the Forest Service/BLM warning says "You may be subject to the unreasonable acts of others". If you are not comfortable with these conditions, or are going to get grouchy the first time you find someone or something has moved a section of trail markers, please consider carefully whether you want to participate. If you accept the responsibilities and challenges, and persevere with a smile, we promise you an endurance event you will never forget. Run Principles: This is a test of runners against the mountains. The course is on trails as much as possible. There are 13 aid stations; major aid stations will be located in the towns; runners are expected to be largely self-supporting between the towns, with less well-equipped aid stations in between. The course will be marked, adequately but minimally, so the emphasis is on staying alert and using the supplied map and course instructions. The run is a salute to the toughness and perseverance of the hardrock miners who initially developed the area. Entry: This is a "post graduate" run. For safety reasons, not as an attempt at elitism, we cannot accept novice runners, and therefore you must satisfy at least one of the following qualifying standards. i) started any previous Hardrock (and therefore ran at least part of the course); ii) has ever completed the "Grand Slam of Ultrarunning"; iii) has completed any one of the following: Wasatch, Leadville, Angeles Crest, Western States, or Massanutten within the last 4 years. PLUS: and/or is approved by the Run Committee. Recognizing the US bias of these criteria, we will accept foreign candidates who submit a brief account (500 words or less) of their ultra-running/mountain experience that convince the selection committee that they are prepared for the run. A limit of 100 entrants has been established. Entries will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. A waiting list will be maintained after the field is full. Time Limit: 48 hours. Starting time is 06:00 on Friday morning; last finisher 06:00 on Sunday morning. Cut-off times will be enforced. Pre run Activities: Check-in and medical check on Wednesday, July 9, 4:00PM to 6:00PM at the Carriage House, optional full detailed trail briefing 7:00PM at the School Gym. Continued check-in and medical check on Thursday, July 10, 8:00AM to 11:30AM. Mandatory pre-run briefing, noon to 1:30PM. Entry Fee: $140.00 payable in US currency against a US bank account. Accepted foreign entrants may pay US cash upon arrival in Silverton. In the event of a waiting list, refunds will be given as follows: Cancellation 8 weeks prior to the run 20% handling charge will be taken off your entry fee. Cancellation 7 weeks prior to the run 40% handling charge will be taken off you entry fee. Cancellation 6 weeks prior to the run 50% handling charge will be taken off your entry fee. NO REFUND after 6 weeks prior to the run. However, in the event the run must be canceled due to the snow or weather (a real possibility!) we will refund a pro-rated portion after deduction of run expenses. $1.00 of your entry fee will go towards a user fee which will help cover costs of a search and rescue. Entries postmarked after June 15th will cost the runner a double entry fee or $280.00. Run cancellation: The Hardrock Hundred Run Committee reserves the right to cancel the run based on either of 2 criteria. (1) Extreme snow pack. (2) Extreme weather during the event. Snow pack will be evaluated on Memorial Day weekend. Based on those findings, a decision will be made to go ahead with the run or to cancel. If cancellation is the decision all entrants will be contacted within the 3 days following that weekend. In the event of bad weather it may become necessary to cancel the run out of consideration for the safety of the runners and/or volunteers. This drastic step will be taken only in the most extreme of circumstances, but violent weather in the mountains can be expected to occur occasionally. If this happens, you will only find out about it after you arrive in Silverton. You must be prepared to accept the financial commitment for your travel, accommodation, etc. should this occur. Take the attitude that at least you will get a short vacation in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and you will not be disappointed. Crews: Runners are encouraged to bring family and friends to the area to share in the fun. It is a truly scenic, beautiful place, with many outdoor recreation possibilities. However, access to points along the trail is difficult. We will gladly accept whatever number of hours they can spare during the weekend because summer is a busy time for area residents, with the tourist season at its peak. Finding volunteers to keep the aid stations running is tough at this time of the year. We need all the help your crew might be able to give. Area information, and crew direction sheets will be mailed to all entrants with their run packets. Maps will be available to the crews at a nominal cost. Pacers: Pacers are allowed for runners beginning at the Ouray Aid Station. Pacers must sign in at one of the crew access aid stations, and must run at least the whole leg to the next crew access aid station, as there is generally no access for them in between. Runners over 60 years old may have pacers for the whole run. Awards: Awards will be given to all finishers (under 48 hours). All entrants will receive a special T-shirt. The awards will be presented at a post-run brunch on Sunday. Training Runs: 1992 - 1996 results indicate an enormously improved chance of finishing for those who previewed the course. The run committee encourages you to come early and help with the course marking. Background material: Previous editions of this run have been written up in Ultrarunning magazine, and we suggest you locate some of this material, read it and let it sink in before you send in your entry. The 1996 and other runs were written up in Ultrarunning. Entry form: Complete and mail to: Kristina Maxfield/Christine Bass Hardrock Hundred P.O. Box 55 Silverton, CO 81433 Phone (303)387-5887 Entry Application for the 6th ANNUAL Kristina Maxfield Hardrock Hundred Christine Bass 100 mile Mountain Run P.O. Box 55 Silverton, CO 81433 THIS ENTRY CONTAINS A LIMITATION ON YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS - READ IT! I wish to enter and participate in the 6th annual Hardrock Hundred mountain endurance run on July 11, 1997. I agree with the rules, conditions and regulations of the event and will comply with them. Minor applicants will not be accepted. I am aware that a run of 100 miles is extremely difficult and hazardous, even for well conditioned athletes under the most favorable conditions. This run covers difficult mountainous terrain and spans great extremes of altitude and temperature. I have been warned that I should not participate in this event unless: a) I am in excellent physical condition; b) have previously run 100 mile runs on trails; c) have recently had a complete physical examination, preferable including a stress electrocardiogram. I have also been advised that I may be exposed to physical injury from a number of natural factors, including snow on the trail, lack of water, lightning, mountain lions and bears, and to the hazards of vehicular traffic, and to those other hazards attendant upon running across or along roadways during the day or night including, among other things, the fact that I may become injured or incapacitated in a location where it is difficult or impossible for the event's management to get required medical aid to me in time to avoid physical injury or even death. Knowing these facts, I nevertheless, in consideration of your accepting this entry, hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive release and discharge the Hardrock Hundred run, the Town of Silverton, any official sponsor entity and the officers, directors, shareholders and/or members, agents and employees of each, all medical and other personnel assisting with this running event, their representatives, successors and assigns, from any and all rights, claims or liability for damage for any and all injuries to me or my property, or for damage caused by me or by anyone else (including Acts of God), arising out of or in connection with my participation in this event. I further agree that I will defend, indemnity and hold harmless the Hardrock Hundred Run, the Town of Silverton, and any official sponsors and the directors, officers , members and agents, of each, against all claims, demands and causes of action, including court costs and attorneys' fees directly or indirectly arising from any action or other proceeding brought by or prosecuted for my benefit contrary to the Agreement. This release extends to all claims of every kind and nature whatsoever, whether known or unknown, and I expressly waive any benefits I may have relating to the release of unknown claims. I understand that entry fees are necessary, to meet the cost of preparation, months in advance of the run, and that if the run is canceled because of fire, drought, storm, acts of God, or other circumstances beyond the control of run management, the entry fee will not be refunded. ENTRIES POSTMARKED LATER THAN JUNE 15, 1997 WILL COST DOUBLE!! The qualifications of entrants must be approved by the Medical Director and the Screening Committee. ANY ENTRY FORM CAN BE REJECTED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE SCREENING COMMITTEE. PLEASE PRINT NEATLY. NAME ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: TEL (h):( ) - TEL(w):( ) - BIRTHDATE: OCCUPATION: AGE ON RUN DAY: WEIGHT: HEIGHT: SEX: DRIVERS LINC.#: STATE OF ISSUE: EYE COLOR: E-mail address: SIGNATURE: DATE: T-shirt Size: S, M, L, XL (men's sizes) Statement of Qualifications 1. As a strict qualification requirement for new US participants in this year's Hardrock Hundred endurance run, the applicant must include a listing from Ultrarunning magazine which confirms either 1) completion of either Wasatch, Leadville, Angeles Crest, Western States or Massanutten 100 Milers in the last 4 years or 2) completion of The Grand Slam of Ultrarunning in any year. Please list your qualifying run below, and provide a copy of the UR listing. Those who started the run in any previous year qualify automatically. 2) In addition, I have completed the following ultramarathon runs (indicate name, locations, date and official finishing times): 3) Name, address and telephone number of relative or friend who will NOT be present at the 1997 Hardrock Hundred: _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ 4) The Screening Committee reserves the right to admit runners who may not quality in terms of the requirements set forth above, but whose athletic accomplishments will greatly enhance the competitive aspect of the run, or whose contributions to the organization of the event have been unusual and substantial. If you feel you merit special consideration for entry on either of these two grounds, please succinctly list the reasons and attach to this form. 5) I have the following medical or physical condition(s) which should be noted by the Medical Director: (Please describe any medical/physical conditions which may affect your ability to safely take part in this event. Please list any medications that your are routinely taking). 6) Finally, the undersigned grants his/her irrevocable permission to the Hardrock Hundred Run, and any television network covering this years event, and the authorized agents, contractors and representatives of each, to use the under-signed name and likeness in any photographs, video tapes, motion pictures, recordings or any other records of the undersigned's participation in this event, for any purpose. 7) I expressly acknowledge that I have read this entry form, and that I understand and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth herein. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. SIGNATURE:_________________________________ DATE:_____________________