Road Runner Sports - Tempe (map)
With lots of climbing, river crossings, sandy beaches and endless single track, the XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run offers all the challenge and adventure one could ask for. Choose from the 42k, the famous point-to-point 21k, the lollipop 10k, or a 6k looping fun run and get rewarded with some signature pie from official after party hosts, Rock Springs Café.
Shendo Cat Racing needs YOU to make these events happen!
Volunteers guarantee the success of each event. They man the aid stations, cheer on the athletes, direct the misdirected runner, provide medical personnel, and generally make the races safer for everyone. We guarantee a great time and the time spent will be worthwhile. You don’t have to be a runner or athlete to volunteer at our events. If you have simple words of encouragement and are able to help direct runners or hand out water, you are valuable to us! In exchange for your time, you’ll be rewarded with coffee during the wee hours of the morning, goodies and refreshments, and most importantly the feel-good feeling of knowing that you helped to make the event happen and everyone finished because of the help you offered. You’ll also receive points for volunteering. Earn 6 points and you’ve earned a free race! Questions? Contact shannon@aztrailrace.com.
Half marathon only – First shuttle leaves at 5:30am. Last shuttle leaves at 6:45am.
We will provide shuttles to transport runners to the start line for the 1/2 marathon. Runners may use their own transportation to be dropped off at the start line. However, there will be no parking permitted at the Table Mesa Trailhead. There will be coffee, music, and a fire at the half marathon mile start for those of you who take the earlier shuttles.
All participants will receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee and finisher medal, as well as entry into fun post-race festivities. Age groups awards for the top 3 in each age group.
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