XTERRA SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, September 14

Opening Festivities in downtown Ogden @ Ogden’s Amphitheater Park (corner 25th/Grant)

10:00am-6:00pm Registration and Packet Pick-up (All events), Expo, and XTERRA Kids Zone Challenge Stations Open

12:00pm-5:00pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon, benefit for the Challenged Athlete Foundation

3:00pm XTERRA Tri and Trail Run Regional Champion Introduction

4:00pm XTERRA Kids Bike Race (free)

5:00pm XTERRA Kids Sprint (free)

5:00pm-6:00pm XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell with Lesley Paterson and Josiah Middaugh

6:00pm XTERRA Race Briefing (mandatory for Pan American Championship triathletes)

Saturday, September 15

XTERRA TRIATHLON at Snowbasin Resort

6:30am Shuttle operating from Snowbasin to Port Ramp Marina, Pineview Reservoir

Late packet pickup at Snowbasin (no NEW registration)

T1 open for set-up at Port Ramp Marina, Pineview Reservoir, T2 open for set-up at Snowbasin

Body marking, timing chip and swim cap distribution at Port Ramp Marina, Pineview Reservoir

9:00am XTERRA Pan American Championship Start at Port Ramp Marina (1.5K swim, 29K mtb, 10K run)

9:45am XTERRA Utah Start – Sprint Course at Port Ramp Marina (750m swim, 19.6K mtb, 5.8K trail run)

10am-2pm Expo area open at Snowbasin – exhibits, food service

10am-3pm Registration and packet pickup for XTERRA Trail Runs – Nationals, 10K and 5.8K

10:30-2:30 Paul Mitchell Cut-a-thon - benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation

10:30am XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell – Trail Running with Tina Weissauer and Adam Danks

11:20/11:50 XTERRA Pan American Championship Male/Female Winner Expected

1:30pm XTERRA Utah Awards Ceremony

2:00pm XTERRA Pan American Championship/XTERRA USA Champs Award Ceremony

2:20pm XTERRA Cut-off at T2

6:30pm XTERRA Dinner and After Party @ Hub801 (3525 Riverdale Road, Ogden). Complimentary entry to

XTERRA Pan Am Championship athletes. XTERRA Utah athletes, friends, family welcome.

Sunday, September 16 - XTERRA TRAIL RUNNING at Snowbasin Resort

7:00-8:00am Late Registration and packet pick-up

8:00am-2pm XTERRA Expo open

9:00am XTERRA Trail Running National Championship Half Marathon Start

9:05am XTERRA 5.8K and 10K Trail Run Starts

9:00am-2:00pm Paul Mitchell Cut-a-Thon, a benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation

9:20am/9:40am 5.8K/10K winners expected

10:06/10:19am Men’s and Women’s National Championship male/female winners expected

11:00am XTERRA Kids Sprint (free)

11:00am XTERRA 5.8K and 10K awards ceremony

11:45am XTERRA National Championship race awards ceremony

12:00-5:30pm “Blues, Brews and BBQ” on the patio at Earl’s Lodge, free concert – 12:30pm Timmy the Teeth and

3pm Folk Hogan

6:00pm XTERRA After Party @ Slackwater Grill (1895 Washington Blvd, Ogden). No host dinner and drinks.

7:00pm Video Highlights

XTERRA Trail Run National Championship Overview The XTERRA Trail Run National Championship returns to beautiful Snowbasin Resort on September 16, and will once again attract some of the best trail runners from across the country. Trail Run Nationals was staged at Snowbasin Resort for the first time in 2011, and it received rave reviews. Runners of all ages and skill levels can participate in the XTERRA Trail Run National Championship, as there is no qualifying process. Last year, close to 500 trail runners from 30 different states gathered at Snowbasin Resort for the event. There will be three different courses to accommodate the various levels of runners. A 21-kilometer half-marathon course will serve as the national championship course, but there will also be a 10K and a 5.8K. Every age-group winner from the 21K course will be awarded a free entry to race at the 2018 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship at Kualoa Ranch, Oahu, Hawaii on December 2, 2018. The top five overall males and top five overall females from the 21K course will also receive prize money. Medals and other prizes will also be awarded to the top age-group runners from all three courses. XTERRA Trail Run Nationals will be held one day after the XTERRA Pan American Championship off-road triathlon to create the ultimate XTERRA racing weekend. The two events will bring more than 1,000 of the nation’s very best amateur and professional triathletes and trail runners to Northern Utah to battle for the title of XTERRA National Champion.

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BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

Load up the car for the trip and bring your family and friends! The Race Village is a great place to hang out and watch the race. In between all of the race action, there will be music, commentary and exhibition tents. The expo is open Friday,10am-6pm, Saturday from 10 am–2 pm and Sunday 8 am-2 pm.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ EVENT PARTNERS, SPECIAL OFFERS AND GIVEAWAYS The 2018 XTERRA Pan Am Championship is presented by Paul Mitchell and Utah Sports Commission. Sponsors include Gatorade Endurance, Suunto, OOFOS, GOAL Foundation and Snowbasin Resort. XTERRA Pan Am Championship wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our event sponsors. _____________________________________________________________________________________________

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WHERE TO STAY

OFFICIAL HOST VALLEY PROPERTY – MOUNTAIN LUXURY LODGING The official lodging host for the XTERRA Pan Am / USA Championship is Mountain Luxury Lodging. They have multiple townhouses, condos, and luxury homes throughout the Eden and Huntsville area. If you want to room closest to Snowbasin Resort, look no further. Amenities include private hot tubs, wi-fi, fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryer and a one car garage that can be used to store bikes and other sporting gear. 15% OFF LODGING with coupon code XTERRA18 online or by phone 801-745-3194 Mountain Luxury Lodging – Closest Lodging to Snowbasin Lakeside Rentals | 6486 E. Highway 39 Huntsville, UT 84317 Edgewater Rentals | 846 S Bonnington Way, Huntsville, UT 84317 HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Comfort Suites Courtyard Marriott 2250 S 1200 W 247 24th St Ogden, UT 84401 Ogden, UT 84401 801-621-2545 (801) 627-1190 XTERRA rate: $99 per night plus tax XTERRA rate: $111 plus tax Cut-off date for reservations: August 31, 2018. Cut-off date for reservations: August 20, 2018 CAMPGROUNDS

• Anderson Cove Campgrounds (801) 745-3215

• South Fork Campground (They are typically open until Labor Day but may extend the season depending on the weather.) - UT-39, Huntsville, UT 84317 - (801)625-5112

• Magpie Campground - 11635 E Highway 39, Huntsville · (801) 625-5306

• Preception Camp Ground - 12566 E Highway 39, Huntsville · (801) 745-3464

• More Ogden area camping spots - https://utah.com/campgrounds/ogden

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HOW TO GET THERE DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM Salt Lake City to Ogden: The drive to Ogden is 45 min north from Salt Lake City on 1-15. Friday’s Expo is at the Ogden Amphitheater on the corner of Washington & 25th St. in Ogden. Take the 24th street exit off the freeway and turn right onto 24th. Turn right at Grant. The expo is on the corner of 25th St and Grant. TO Snowbasin: FROM SLC: Take I-15N. Take exit #324 onto US-89N, merge onto I-84E. Exit #92 Mountain Green. Head east on Old Highway, turn left on State Road 167 heading north (just east of the Sinclair Station). Turn left on State Road 226, head west 3 miles to Snowbasin. From Ogden. Take Hwy 39 through the Canyon and past Pineview Dam. Turn right on Hwy 167 and head up the mountain. You'll find the entry to Snowbasin Resort on your right.

Please click here to enjoy special offers in your virtual race bag

OOOFOS GREAT DESCENT Look for the Oofos banners on the run course -they signal the "great descent" - it is where

the majority of fatigue and post-race sorenesss in your legs, hips and back actually come from. Click here to read an article on how to tackle the great descent.

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SUUNTO RENTAL Take advantage of a free Suunto GPS watch rental at the Suunto tent. Track your speed, distance,

elevation, heart rate and more.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ PACKET PICKUP/RACE REGISTRATION Friday, 10am – 6pm in downtown Ogden at Ogden’s Amphitheater Park (corner 25th/Grant). We’ll have late packet pickup on Saturday from 6:30-8:40am at Snowbasin. If you have friends or family that want to join in the XTERRA Trail Runs 5.8K, 10K or XTERRA Trail Run National Championship 21K on Sunday, they can sign-up on Friday or Saturday or race morning on Sunday from 7-8 am. The 21K starts at 9am, 5.8K and 10K start at 9:05am.

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Here is a list of things to bring with you on race day:

Race belt for race bib (safety pins will be included in your race packs should you not have a race belt.

Running shoes

Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Water/Water bottle

Dry/extra clothes

XTERRA UNIVERSITY

Get ready to XTERRA with the sport’s best. For trail runners, there’s a special session on

Saturday at Snowbasin Resort at 10:30 am with Tina Weissauer - 2016, 2017 and 2018

XTERRA SoCal Trail Run Series Regional Champ and XTERRA Trail Run Ambassador and Adam Danks, the 2017

XTERRA Arizona Trail Run Series Regional Champ.

The FREE session targets trail running techniques, race preparation, and the specifics of the Snowbasin course. There

will be time for Q&A during the session.

XTERRA REGIONAL CHAMPION INTRODUCTION

Meet the 2018 XTERRA Regional Champions! An introduction will be held in the XTERRA Village on Friday at 3 pm.

XTERRA KIDS SPRINT/BIKE RACE

Youngsters 10 and under can join in the FREE kid’s bike race on Friday at 4 pm and a FREE kid’s sprint at 5 pm at

Ogden’s Amphitheater Park (corner 25th/Grant). There will also be a FREE kid’s sprint on Sunday at Snowbasin Resort at

11 am. It’s just a short fun race around the finish area where everyone is a winner. Parents, register your child prior to the

fun run at XTERRA Kid’s Zone on Friday and XTERRA Registration on Sunday.

PAUL MITCHELL CUT-A-THON

Racing makes you feel good. Paul Mitchell makes you look good. Make a donation and get

a professional cut on the spot. No appointment necessary, just come on down. Stylists will

cut hair from 12-5 on Friday in Odgen. Stylists will be at Snowbasin from 10:30-2:30 on Saturday, and 9-2 on Sunday.

They will be at the finish line and all proceeds will go to the Challenged Athletes Foundation. Minimum donation is $15.00.

OTHER SPECIAL FUNCTIONS: “BLUES, BREWS AND BBQ”

Enjoy free music, great food and drink on Sunday from 12-5:30pm on the grass behind Earl’s Lodge at Snowbasin Resort.

Free concert 12:30pm Timmy the Teeth and 3pm Folk Hogan

XTERRA TRAIL RUN NATIONALS AFTER PARTY Come and join your fellow athletes at Slackwater Pub & Pizzeria (1895 Washington Blvd. Ogden) at 6 pm on Sunday. Friends and family are welcome for a no-host dinner or cocktails at this private After Party. Race highlight video will be shown.

COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS For this year’s race, the course is very dry, but the footing remains sure and clean. The surface is primarily dirt, but as you climb higher, you hit a few rocky patches. The switchbacks are bermed, and the footing is best at the top of the berm. The run down from Sardine Peak has the perfect amount of slope so you can let go and truly fly if you are an experienced trail runner. If you are new to trail racing, this downhill is a perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy. There are few rocks and roots on the way down, and while it’s always good to be careful about where you place your feet, the great descent from Sardine Peak is your chance to let loose and enjoy the rewards of your fitness. This time of year, the shade is cool, the sun is warm, and the fall colors are starting to burn red on the mountains. As you shake some elevation, the yellow poplars and Black-eyed Susans will guide you down towards Wheeler Creek. Before the finish, you’ll head back up again - so save a little something for that - but after the climb to Sardine Peak, it’s nothing you can’t handle. For those curious about the elevation, the low point hits in at 6,133 feet. High point is just shy of 7,300 feet. Expect 2,200 feet of climbing.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ AID STATIONS There will be several aid stations each featuring nutrition and hydration from our loyal sponsor Gatorade Endurance.

5.8K - miles 1,3

10K - miles 1,3,4,5

21K - miles 1,3,4,5,8,12

____________________________________________________________________________________________ SUNDAY RACE START TIMES 9:00am XTERRA Trail Running National Championship Half Marathon Start

9:05am XTERRA 5.8K and 10K Trail Run starts

11:00 am XTERRA Kid’s Sprint (free)

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QUESTIONS Still have a question? Call 877-751-8880 or email trailrun@xterraplanet.com. Schedule of events and more details on line at http://www.xterraplanet.com/trailrun/nationals/

GENERAL RULES

No headphones of any kind are permitted while competing.

Competitors must display their run number on the front of their body. No advertising stickers, writing, cutting or

alterations of the race number are allowed. VIOLATORS WILL BE PENALIZED and incur a cash penalty of up to

$500 deducted from prize money and/or time penalties from 2 minutes.

Number holders are permitted.

Cutting the Course: Short-cutting and/or cutting trail switchbacks on course is not permitted and may result in

disqualification. All athletes are required to stay on the designated trail that is marked as the race course. It is the

athlete’s responsibility to know the designated race course. Lack of tape or barriers on the course will not constitute

an excuse for cutting the course.

Protests of any nature must be submitted within one hour of the finish time of the person lodging the protest. Protests must be submitted in writing and signed by the accuser. Saying somebody cut the course is not good enough - it must be written and described as accurately as possible. All protests will be investigated. Because of the nature of XTERRA, it is not always possible to see infractions. XTERRA is in the woods, out of sight and marshaled only where necessary. In every case there will need to be verification of the infraction.

Officials will not be drawn into a “hear-say” argument.

Competitors may not use inline skates or other devices, human or otherwise powered, to assist them in running.

COURSE MARKINGS

The course will be clearly marked using a mixture of core flute signs and red arrows as well as bright tape tied to trees to

re- assure you that you are going the right way. Please watch out for course signage along with our course marshals who

will be pointing you in the right direction.

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Official Medical Provider of XTERRA USA Championship

McKay-Dee Sports Medicine is committed to providing comprehensive sports medicine

services that enhance the safety and well being of participants involved in professional,

semi- professional, high school sports and community based athletic and recreational

events. http://www.mckay-dee.org/

Notice: What is published here are partial rules and items specific to this event. Full rules and regulations are available at registration. It is the responsibility of the athlete to know the rules of XTERRA.

ATHLETE PHOTOS

We will post photos, race reports, and more on Facebook at facebook.com/xterraplanet

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AWARDS CEREMONY The 5.8K and 10K awards will start at 11:00 am on Sunday at Snowbasin. The XTERRA Trail Running National

Championship (21K) will begin a 11:45 am. You must be present to receive your award. They cannot be mailed.

The following will be announced during the ceremonies:

Event Male/Female Places

XTERRA 5.8K and 10K Male and Female First to third in each age group XTERRA Trail Running National Championship

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Male and Female First to third in each age group

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PRIZES The fastest runners will be racing for $5,000 in prize money – awarded to the top five men and women as follows: $1,000, $600, $400, $300, $200. Champs win a commemorative long-sleeve winners T and all racers get a short sleeve shirt and goody bag filled with cool swag.

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XTERRA TRAIL RUN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SLOTS

National champions (21K) will earn free entry into the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship in Hawaii on Dec 2, 2018.

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CANCELLATIONS

The XTERRA Trail Running National Championships and XTERRA 5.8K and 10K do not offer any refunds for event entries.

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LEAVE NO TRACE

The XTERRA team asks that you respect the environment, race course and venue and leave no trace of trash before,

during or after the race.

21K ELEVATION PROFILE MAP

10K TRAIL RUN

5.8K TRAIL RUN