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ARCHIVED RACE: Leadville Silver Rush 50 Trail Run

Race Info & Description

Race Information:

  • Event Name: Leadville Silver Rush 50 Trail Run
  • Distance (Miles): 50 miles
  • Date: 17 July 2011
  • Start Time: 6:00 a.m.
  • Venue: 213 Harrison Ave.
  • Best Time (Men): 00:00.00
  • Best Time (Women): 00:00.00
  • Organised By: Leadville Race Series
  • Race Website: Click Here.

Race Facilities

  • Has Toilets? Yes
  • Has Changing Facilities? Yes
  • Has Water Stations? yes, aid stations
  • Has Prizes / Awards? The awards are unique and very special. All finishers will receive a “Leadville Silver Rush” silver bracelet and finishing medal. There are also great age group awards. Another unique prize – a silver coin – is awarded to the first male and female racer who reaches the top of Dutch Henri Hill during the very dramatic up-hill-climb start.

Race Description

The 50-mile, out-and-back, course takes racers through the historic mining district on the east side of Leadville. Primarily on dirt roads, first set by miners and their burros. The route will take runners by and between many grand and historic gold and silver mines. This lung-burning, heart-pounding race starts at 10,200 feet and reaches 12,000 feet four times throughout the course.

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