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2012 US BANK Rim Rock Marathon
2012 will mark the 4th year for the US BANK Rim Rock Marathon, continuing a 20-year tradition of having a run that traverses the Colorado National Monument. This venue provides epic views and a world class running course. We invite you to join us and experience this amazing run with one of the country's most scenic courses.
| Date: |
November 10th, 2012
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| Start Time: |
8:00 AM |
| Start Location: |
2328 Monument Rd. |
| Finish Location: |
James M Robb Colorado River State Park, Fruita, CO
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| Event Parking: |
Not available at start, available at finish: participants should take the shuttle from James M Robb Colorado River State Park to start.
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| Transportation: |
Participant shuttle provided to start see details |
| Other Details: |
This is a point to point marathon |
| Registration: |
Open - Register Now |
| Race Timing: |
Timing provided by Racing Underground
Chips will distributed at the START LINE |
| Individual limit: |
360 individual slots |
| Relay limit: |
20 two-person team slots (Each runner runs a half marathon) |
| Early: |
Price ends April 15, 2012
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$80 |
| Regular: |
Price ends October 22, 2012
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$85 |
| Late: |
Price ends November 5, 2012
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$95 |
| Day of Registration: |
If event does not sell out day of registration will be available |
$110 |
| Early: |
Price ends April 15, 2012
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$145 |
| Regular: |
Price ends October 22, 2012
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$150 |
| Late: |
Price ends November 5, 2012
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$160 |
| Team rules: |
2 person teams only |
| Hand-off point: |
Liberty Cap rest-stop approximately mile 13
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| Timing chip: |
Each team is given 1-timing chip. This must be passed off to teammate at hand off point
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| Transportation: |
Shuttles provided at finish the line to transport LEG 1 runners to the start line and LEG 2 runners to the Liberty Cap rest stop (see below for details)
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| **DO NOT HIDE OR STASH - Bikes, cars or other means of transportation. |
Marathon Cut Off Information
All runners must reach the Visitor's Center pull out above the West Entrance at mile 19.2 by 1:00pm (race start is at 8:00am, giving a runner 5 hours to complete this distance).
| Elavation gain: |
2000 ft. |
| Elevation loss: |
2100 ft. |
| Maximum top-out: |
6640 ft above sea level |
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There will be 10 rest stops located on the course. Seven of these will be complete stops with water, electrolyte replacement and gels. There will also be a compliment of salty and sweet snacks and fruit. Two of the rest stops (located at mile 2 and at the exit of the West Entrance) will be hydration only serving water and electrolyte replacement drinks.
| Hotel Name |
Rate |
Reservation # |
Location |
| La Quinta Inn - Fruita |
$69.00 |
970.858.8850 |
570 Raptor Rd. Fruita, CO 81521 |
| Comfort Inn - Fruita |
$69.00 |
970.858.1333 |
400 Jurassic Ave. Fruita, CO 81521 |
When booking your hotel room you must reference the Rim Rock Marathon to receive the special rate!
Both Fruita Hotel locations are within walking distance to the finish line.
*La Quinta Inn - Fruita is the official race hotel. Please book by 10/13 to receive special rate. Cancellations must be made by 10/31 to avoid penalty. Each room has a mini-fridge, microwave, and coffeemaker. Continental breakfast is included with room.
Please note that the finish line is inside a State Park. If you are not a participant of the event the regular State Park parking fees will apply. Please visit James M Robb Colorado River State Park website for parking fees.
Packets will be available at the below locations, times, and dates – Please try to pick up your packet early.
| Date: |
Friday, November 9, 2012
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| Location 1: |
Einstein Bros Bagels - 2546 Rimrock Ave. Grand Junction, CO |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Date: |
Friday, November 9, 2012
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| Location: |
US BANK - 422 White Avenue, Grand Junction CO
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| Time: |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Date: |
Friday, November 9, 2012
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| Location: |
La Quinta Inn -
570 Raptor Rd. Fruita, CO 81521 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Date: |
Saturday, November 10 2012
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| Location: |
James M Robb Colorado River State Park (Pavilion Area) -
595 HIGHWAY 340 Fruita, CO 81521 |
| Time: |
6:30 AM - 7:00 AM |
Runners please plan on taking the shuttle to the start line as there is not any official parking at the start location. There will also not be any shuttles taking participants back to the Start Line from the Finish Line. Please plan on arriving to James M. Robb Colorado River State Park - Fruita, in enough time to park and load the shuttle by 7:00AM.
Shuttles will depart James M Robb Colorado River State Park - Fruita at 7:00AM sharp!
Buses will stage at the Start Line until the race has begun.
This is a point to point marathon and we will be providing shuttles to the start location.
Special Note: Please be advised if you choose to drive to the start location there is no event parking available. We STRONGLY urge everyone to utilize the shuttle system. Also, there will be NO POST EVENT SHUTTLES.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR OUR RELAY TEAMS:
FIRST LEG RUNNERS: You will need to board the shuttle with everyone else that is heading over to the start line. These shuttles will depart James M Robb Coloradao River State Park at 7:15AM sharp!
SECOND LEG RUNNERS: There will be a second shuttle provided to take you to the meeting point at the Liberty Cap rest stop. This shuttle will depart the Finish Line at Colorado River State Park – Fruita at 8:15AM
**The bus will stage at Liberty Cap rest stop until ALL FIRST LEG runners have completed their leg. At that time the bus will return all FIRST LEG RUNNERS to the Finish Line at James M Robb State Park.
**DRY CLOTHES – First leg runners please provide your teammate with any dry clothes you wish to have upon completing your leg of the race. These items will be waiting for you on the bus at Liberty Cap.
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Awards Ceremony starts at 11:30AM |
| Awards: |
Top 3 in male/female categories. Awards given in 10 year increments.
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| Prime: |
$100 - for fastest male and female to reach Cold Shivers* |
| Prizes: |
Each participant will receive - 1 shirt, 1 post race lunch (compliments of Einstein Bros. Bagels) & 1 finisher medal** |
| *Must complete marathon to qualify |
| **Race shirt and medal guaranteed ONLY if registered by no later than 10/30 |
| Finish line: |
Take I-70 (east or west) to exit 19, go south on CO-340 approximately 4/10 of a mile to the park entrance on your right. |
| Start shuttles: |
To be announced soon for 2012!!
No refunds will be allowed for any Ascent Productions, Inc events (hereafter "API"), regardless of the reasons. If an athlete registers for any API event and cannot attend due to illness, injuries or personal reasons your registration fee will not be refunded.
This is a rain or shine event. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather.
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