International Falls, MN
February 3, 2008
Available distances:
135 mi
Event URL: http://www.arrowheadultra.com
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The Arrowhead Winter Ultra is a non-profit human powered ultramarathon on foot, bike or skis, covering 135 miles across the Arrowhead Region of Northern Minnesota from International Falls near the Canadian border to Tower, MN. The course follows a scenic, hilly, State multi-purpose trail under extreme winter conditions the first Monday of February. Completing the course is no small feat as winter temperatures in this area of Minnesota have been known to reach a record -60F degrees. No wonder the locals have dubbed their town the "Icebox of the Nation" and "Frostbite Falls". There will be one race check point serving hot soup and water at a cabin about the midway point by Elephant Lake near the town of Orr. Otherwise, racers are fully self-supported with a cutoff time of 60 hours. Each racer is required to carry mandatory food, water and gear to cover the 3 days and 2 nights outdoors. Participants and volunteers must review the Handbook information on winter camping, frostbite and hypothermia before entering the event. The race will have a few costs for permits, insurance, awards and other incidentals which we will pass on to the racers. There is no purse; however, every finisher receives a unique Arrowhead trophy. Every participant receives an Arrowhead t-shirt. Above all, everyone is expected to enjoy a fun, challenging event!
The Arrowhead 135 Mile Ultramarathon is a founding member of the Badwater World Cup aka the "BAD 135" 135-Miles Worldwide initiative organized by AdventureCORPS, the producers of the Kiehl's Badwater Ultramarathon, a 135-mile foot race from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney, CA. These events will join in a series with several new, unique, human-powered races that traverse 135 miles in extreme environments and conditions, including the Brazil 135.
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Phone Number: (651) 204-3193
Fax Number: (651) 777-5559
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Organization: Arrowhead Ultra Sports Foundation, Inc.
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