Commencing at an elevation of roughly 4500 feet, Labor of Love runners will experience high desert vegetation to include Joshua Trees, Pinion-Juniper, Mountain Rose, Sagebrush, and a relatively lush Toiyabe National Forest not commonly associated with Las Vegas. The road twists and turns thru the canyon; a true treasure of …
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Commencing at an elevation of roughly 4500 feet, Labor of Love runners will experience high desert vegetation to include Joshua Trees, Pinion-Juniper, Mountain Rose, Sagebrush, and a relatively lush Toiyabe National Forest not commonly associated with Las Vegas. The road twists and turns thru the canyon; a true treasure of the Spring Mountains N.R.A. enjoying temperatures ~10 degrees cooler than the Las Vegas Valley.
The 50K (7am start) runs along the paved Lovell Canyon Road as it twists and turns covering rolling terrain. Lovell Canyon Road is ~11 miles in length. You will run the first 26.2 miles together with the marathoners and 50 Milers: At mile 11 marathoners, 50K runners, and 50 milers will turn around and run 2.1 miles out and back along the same paved road, before returning to this same aid station. You will turn around again and return the 11 paved miles back to the finish line (Aid station “Homebase” for 50K and 50 mile runners). You’ll then have a second shorter out and back of 4.8 miles to complete the 50K distance. You will never be further than 5.5 miles to your own drop bag (3 locations available). No one climb is too long and for many reasons makes for a great first 50K, a possible PR at the distance, while offering a challenge to seasoned runners. No pacers allowed for the 50K. Total climbing is roughly 2400′ with a net zero gain. 12.5 hour cut off.
The Marathon course runs along the paved Lovell Canyon Road for roughly 11 miles twisting and turning covering rolling and gradually uphill terrain. At mile 11 marathoners will turn around and run 2.1 miles out and back along the same paved road, before returning to this same aid station. You will turn around again and return the 11 paved miles back to the finish line. The course is very easy to follow and will be well marked. 12.5 hour time cut off, but marathon specific aid stations will shut down on a 7 hour pace.
The 1/2 Marathon (7:30am start) runs along the paved Lovell Canyon Road as it twists and turns covering rolling and gradually uphill terrain. Runners turn around at mile 6.55, retracing their steps back to the finish line. Total paved= 13.1 miles. 12 hour time cut off.
The 10K (8am start) runs along the paved Lovell Canyon Road as it twists and turns covering rolling and gradually uphill terrain. Runners turn around at mile 3.1, retracing their steps back to the finish line. Total paved= 6.2 miles. 11.5 hour time cut off.
The 5K (8am start) runs along the paved Lovell Canyon Road as it twists and turns covering rolling and gradually uphill terrain. Runners turn around at mile 1.55, retracing their steps back to the finish line. Total paved= 3.1 miles. 11 hour time cut off.
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MILES ARE THE FRUITS OF MY LABOR
The only thing that didn't meet my needs and exceed my expectations was me. You'll either love this race or run with the devil (the same race but in the … MORE
The only thing that didn’t meet my needs and exceed my expectations was me. You’ll either love this race or run with the devil (the same race but in the heat of the summer).
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Uphill battle
If you have never run a race this is NOT for you. It's hard, as first half is uphill and you could also be running against the wind, its fun … MORE
If you have never run a race this is NOT for you. It’s hard, as first half is uphill and you could also be running against the wind, its fun coming back as you turn around, the road is paved. Weather is unpredictable, so be prepared; temperature dropped 20 degrees from when I left home (I live in Las Vegas) to the start of the race, and it can get really, really windy. This if for those who are looking for small events, not crowded, challenging and fun.