October 24-25, 2009

9:00 a.m.

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Whether you're considering trail running for the first time or are an experienced ultra runner, we promise you a rewarding experience in a beautiful environment.

We are recognized for the spectacular courses, unsurpassed aid stations, well-marked trails, accurately measured distances, distinctive shirt designs, and friendly atmosphere – all at a reasonable price.

PCTR events are designed to encourage the enjoyment of trail running and emphasize personal achievement.

Start:    Crissy Field, San Francisco, CA.  Directions

Course:    USATF Certification code: CA09008RS.  Each lap is 1.061 miles around the lagoon at Crissy Field with spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay.  The course is flat with 60% dirt and 40% asphalt path.   (Distances are accurately measured using a Rolatape® surveyor's measuring wheel.)

• Course Map

• Course Records

• Race Photos

• Race Reports

Timing:  Transponder w/ Ankle Strap.  (Please note that we don't consider this event as a legitimate qualifier for any 100-mile trail run.)

Weather:  San Francisco

Lodging:  Hotels/Motels

Packet Pick-Up:     7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. at Crissy Field.

Aid Stations:   Fully-stocked aid station every lap (1.067 miles).  You can expect fresh fruit, salty snacks, assorted candy, boiled potatoes & salt, water, soup, chili, soda, and Clif Shot Electrolyte sports drink. 

Awards:  Patagonia Capilene long-sleeve shirt, event tote bag, and goodies from will be given to all runners.  Each runner will also receive a custom award with their name and distance. 

Awards will be given to the first overall female and male finisher and to the first female and male finisher in each 10-year age group (< 20, 20-29, etc.).  Overall winners do not qualify for age-group awards.

Entry Limits:  Wait List

Frequent Runner:

• 5% - If you have already entered at least 3 PCTR events this year, you qualify to receive a 5% discount off all PCTR events and merchandise for the rest of the year. Please request to upgrade your online account by clicking on the link under "Account Menu" in online registration.

Entry Fees: 

• 12 Hour - $  90 ($105 after 10/10/09)

• 24 Hour - $165 ($190 after 10/10/09)

(Pre-registration ONLY through 5 p.m. Thursday, October 22^nd)

Results

• '06, '07, '08

• MyLaps.com:  '07, '08

2009 Entrants

Run-Day Instructions

Message Board:  Please post messages regarding places to eat or stay, sharing rides with fellow runners, etc. on the:  PCTR Message Board

Help:   Earn a free entry into a PCTR event by helping at one of our trail runs.   Please complete and e-mail us the form: Help.

(Pacific Coast Trail Runs supports environmental organizations that help promote and protect the environment for everyone. We regularly contribute to: Conservation International, Earth Island Institute, Tahoe Rim Trail Association, The National Audubon Society, The California State Parks Foundation, and other organizations. In addition, significant fees are paid to National, State, Regional, and County parks where PCTR events are held.)

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