In cooperation with Mohawk Mountain, the Mohawk Mountain Race is sponsored by Steep Endurance in Cornwall, CT. Normally a ski mountain in the winter, the mountain will be transformed into a super fun course! With its challenging ascents and descents on the ski mountain, it is sure to be a …
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In cooperation with Mohawk Mountain, the Mohawk Mountain Race is sponsored by Steep Endurance in Cornwall, CT. Normally a ski mountain in the winter, the mountain will be transformed into a super fun course! With its challenging ascents and descents on the ski mountain, it is sure to be a race to remember with sweeping viewpoints of the popping Fall foliage at every turn.
Location/Directions
Race headquarters will be located near the start line next to the Nutmeg Triple Chair Lift. Parking for the Mohawk Mountain Race will be in the main parking lot in front of the lodge. There is plenty of parking for all!
Course Description
The Mohawk Mountain Race will start up the left side of the mountain, joining the steep “Wildwood Trail” towards the top of the mountain, then traversing over to and down the Timber Trail. Upon reaching the bottom of the mountain, runners work their way over to the right side of the mountain towards the Pine, Laurel and Deer Run Trails, then it’s a short trip down Victor’s Way, then back up Route 100, a quick right onto Ledges up to the top of the mountain. After hitting the summit a second time, it’s down the Mohawk Trail to the finish. That’s just one 5K loop! Runners in the 10K will do two loops.
Elevation Stats
5K: 1332′
10K: 2664′
Runners in the VERTual Challenge will start by going up the Route 100 Trail, a climb with 575′ of elevation in less than 6/10 of a mile. The top end of Route 100 is very steep at the top with 200′ of gain in just the last 1/8 of a mile. Reaching the top of Route 100, runners will traverse over to the Mohawk Trail to come down towards the finish of each loop. Each loop is approximately 1.1 miles.
Aid Stations
We will have water and/or electrolyte drink at the start/finish for the Mohawk Mountain Race. There will be minimal pre-packaged food at the start/finish aid station for the VERTual Challenge participants. Keep in mind that Steep Endurance events are “cupless” races. Runners are required to carry their own hydration bottle, pack, or cup. This policy is put into effect in an effort to reduce the amount of waste and adopt a sustainable “green” practice for the race and the sport of trail running.
Awards
All runners will receive a Mohawk Mountain Race medal upon finishing the event. We will also have some additional swag for top 3 podium finishers in each event.
Runners in the VERTual Challenge will receive a customized limited edition medal with the top 3 men and women and top relay teams receiving additional awards.
Post Race Celebration
You’ve just finished a super challenging one of a kind course! Enjoy your accomplishment, sit back, relax, and don’t forget to cheer on all the runners coming in behind you provided that you social distance in a smart manner! We will have some pre-packaged food for everyone at the finish plus canned beverages. **Alcoholic beverages are not provided, but you are welcome to BYOB.
Weather
October is a beautiful time of year in Connecticut with fall foliage close to peak. Average high temperatures range are usually in the 60’s with low temperatures in the 40’s. That’s pretty much perfect running weather!
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