cape perpetua 50k & 25K
October 9th & 10th, 2021 Yachats, or
Overview
From the sandy beach up to the bluffs overlooking the waves crashing into the rocks below and through dense coastal forest, this scenic course captures all of the beauty of the Pacific Ocean and coastline. The 50K runners will start by doing an out and back section on the hard packed sand (the 20 mile skips this section), then run through the charming seaside town of Yachats before heading out Cape Perpetua park. After a loop of single track trail, runners will head back for an oceanside finish line on the lawn of the Adobe Resort in Yachats. The course is a mix of dirt single track trail, gravel trail, gravel road and a little bit of pavement(plus the 50K has those first 6 miles on sand. Post race we will hang out at the finish line, lay in the sun-warmed grass while the ocean dances behind you. This is an excellent race to make a fun family or friend getaway for the weekend!
From the sandy beach up to the bluffs overlooking the waves crashing into the rocks below and through dense coastal forest, this scenic course captures all of the beauty of the Pacific Ocean and coastline. The 50K runners will start by doing an out and back section on the hard packed sand (the 20 mile skips this section), then run through the charming seaside town of Yachats before heading out Cape Perpetua park. After a loop of single track trail, runners will head back for an oceanside finish line on the lawn of the Adobe Resort in Yachats. The course is a mix of dirt single track trail, gravel trail, gravel road and a little bit of pavement(plus the 50K has those first 6 miles on sand. Post race we will hang out at the finish line, lay in the sun-warmed grass while the ocean dances behind you. This is an excellent race to make a fun family or friend getaway for the weekend!
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Distance: 50K
Date: Saturday Oct 9 Elevation Gain: 5,800 ft Elevation Loss: 5,800 ft Aid Stations: 3 Cutoff Time: 8 hours Price: $120(Free for 2020 rollovers) |
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Timeline
Saturday October 9th- 50K
Sunday October 10th- 20 Mile
The 50K will start by running an out and back stretch which is a 1 mile trail to get to the beach, 3 miles on the beach until the turnaround, then 3 miles back on the beach and 1 mile on the trail back up to the first aid station at the Adobe. Volunteers will be stationed at the turnaround point and all runners will need to grab a card from one of the volunteers and present it at the Yachats aid station (mile 8.2) to verify they went the entire stretch on the beach. If a runner does not present the token, they are subject to disqualification.
All runners need to present photo ID in order to pick up their bib.
Saturday October 9th- 50K
- 6:30-7:50 am Runner Check-in at Adobe Resort -Don't forget photo ID!
- 7:50 am Pre-Race Briefing
- 8:00 am 50K Race Start
- 10:15 am Cutoff at Yachats Aid Station, mile 8.2
- 12:00 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station first time, mile 14.6
- 2:20 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station second time, mile 24.6
- 4:00 pm Cutoff at Finish, mile 31
Sunday October 10th- 20 Mile
- 7:30-8:50 am Runner Check-in at Adobe Resort- Don't forget photo ID!
- 8:15 am Kids 1K Race Start
- 8:50 am Pre-Race Briefing
- 9:00 am 20 Mile Race Start
- 11:00 am Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station first time, mile 6.7
- 1:15 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station second time, mile 13.7
- 3:00 pm Cutoff at Finish, mile 20.1
The 50K will start by running an out and back stretch which is a 1 mile trail to get to the beach, 3 miles on the beach until the turnaround, then 3 miles back on the beach and 1 mile on the trail back up to the first aid station at the Adobe. Volunteers will be stationed at the turnaround point and all runners will need to grab a card from one of the volunteers and present it at the Yachats aid station (mile 8.2) to verify they went the entire stretch on the beach. If a runner does not present the token, they are subject to disqualification.
All runners need to present photo ID in order to pick up their bib.
Driving Directions
Both races start and finish at the Adobe Resort in Yachats, Oregon. Registered guests of the hotel will park in the main parking lot. All other runners will park in a big grass lot adjacent to the hotel parking lot. We will have event parking signs and volunteers to help assist you park in the morning. Bib pick up will take place in the Cape Perpetua conference room in the hotel (just north of the lobby). The actual start line will be on the lawn on the north side of the hotel (look for a big white tent) and there will be portable toilets set up on the lawn. After you pick up your bib, please head over to the lawn to help keep the conference room clear for other runners who are still checking in.
Both races start and finish at the Adobe Resort in Yachats, Oregon. Registered guests of the hotel will park in the main parking lot. All other runners will park in a big grass lot adjacent to the hotel parking lot. We will have event parking signs and volunteers to help assist you park in the morning. Bib pick up will take place in the Cape Perpetua conference room in the hotel (just north of the lobby). The actual start line will be on the lawn on the north side of the hotel (look for a big white tent) and there will be portable toilets set up on the lawn. After you pick up your bib, please head over to the lawn to help keep the conference room clear for other runners who are still checking in.
Course Details
Click Here for Course Map, Elevation Profile
The course will be well marked with yellow arrow signs at each junction and pink/yellow confidence ribbons every 3/4-1 mile. Both races start at the Adobe Resort. The 50K will do an out and back on the beach and come back to the Adobe where the first aid station is located (at mile 8.2). From there the runners will meander through the charming town of Yachats before climbing up Cape Ranch Rd, a gravel forest road that climbs to the high point on the course and will take them to a loop at Cape Perpetua and will retrace their steps through Yachats to finish on the lawn at the Adobe.
The 20 mile runners will start on the lawn at The Adobe and do a short loop through the hotel area to spread out a bit before heading out through Yachats to do a similar, but smaller loop out at Cape Perpetua.
Both races will have runners crossing Highway 101 on their way out to Cape Perpetua and again on the way back. We are not allowed to stop traffic so runners need to slow down and wait for cars to pass before crossing this highway. We will have a course marshal stationed on this section for runner safety, but PLEASE PAY ATTENTION WHEN CROSSING THE ROAD. No finish time is worth risking your life and drivers may not see you. There is also a very short section that goes right past the front door of the Cape Perpetua Visitor's Center where all runners will have to walk instead of run for about 30 feet to ensure we don't run over or startle unexpecting folks.
Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
Kids 1K Fun Run course is an out and back to the north on the Oregon Coast Trail. Start/Finish is on the lawn between the Adobe Hotel and the ocean.
Click Here for Course Map, Elevation Profile
The course will be well marked with yellow arrow signs at each junction and pink/yellow confidence ribbons every 3/4-1 mile. Both races start at the Adobe Resort. The 50K will do an out and back on the beach and come back to the Adobe where the first aid station is located (at mile 8.2). From there the runners will meander through the charming town of Yachats before climbing up Cape Ranch Rd, a gravel forest road that climbs to the high point on the course and will take them to a loop at Cape Perpetua and will retrace their steps through Yachats to finish on the lawn at the Adobe.
The 20 mile runners will start on the lawn at The Adobe and do a short loop through the hotel area to spread out a bit before heading out through Yachats to do a similar, but smaller loop out at Cape Perpetua.
Both races will have runners crossing Highway 101 on their way out to Cape Perpetua and again on the way back. We are not allowed to stop traffic so runners need to slow down and wait for cars to pass before crossing this highway. We will have a course marshal stationed on this section for runner safety, but PLEASE PAY ATTENTION WHEN CROSSING THE ROAD. No finish time is worth risking your life and drivers may not see you. There is also a very short section that goes right past the front door of the Cape Perpetua Visitor's Center where all runners will have to walk instead of run for about 30 feet to ensure we don't run over or startle unexpecting folks.
Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.
Kids 1K Fun Run course is an out and back to the north on the Oregon Coast Trail. Start/Finish is on the lawn between the Adobe Hotel and the ocean.
Aid Stations
Each aid station will be stocked with water, Nuun electrolyte drink, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, fresh fruit, chips, pickles, and assorted cookies or candy. We will have a variety of gels, but we do ask that you only use those to supplement what you are providing for yourself. There will also be first aid supplies, sunscreen, bug spray, and feminine hygiene products for issues that arise on the course.
Our volunteers are tracking all runners at the aid stations, so please wear your bib visibly on the front of your body.
50K:
Yachats, mile 8.2
Cape Perpetua, mile 14.6
Cooks, mile 20.1 (no crew access, no drop bags)
Cape Perpetua, mile 24.6
20 Mile:
Cape Perpetua, mile 6.7
Cape Perpetua, mile 13.7
Each aid station will be stocked with water, Nuun electrolyte drink, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, fresh fruit, chips, pickles, and assorted cookies or candy. We will have a variety of gels, but we do ask that you only use those to supplement what you are providing for yourself. There will also be first aid supplies, sunscreen, bug spray, and feminine hygiene products for issues that arise on the course.
Our volunteers are tracking all runners at the aid stations, so please wear your bib visibly on the front of your body.
50K:
Yachats, mile 8.2
Cape Perpetua, mile 14.6
Cooks, mile 20.1 (no crew access, no drop bags)
Cape Perpetua, mile 24.6
20 Mile:
Cape Perpetua, mile 6.7
Cape Perpetua, mile 13.7
Cut-offs
In order to keep our race on schedule and within the time limits of our permits, we have cut off times at the aid stations. If you are not leaving the aid station by the cut off time, you will be given a ride back to the finish area by staff or volunteers.
50K cut off times:
Although these are public trails, you are participating on them as a registered participant of our event and by signing up for the race, you agree to follow our rules and conditions for completing (or not completing) the race. Our sweeps will be leaving right at cut off time, taking down course markings with them. If you refuse to leave the course after cut off and end up getting lost or injured, requiring search and rescue, our permitting agency could look at that as negligence on our end (allowing runners on the course with no course markings or after the time we agreed to stop people). We take this rule seriously and as it puts our permits in jeopardy, if any runner violates this rule, they may be subject to a ban from future races.
In order to keep our race on schedule and within the time limits of our permits, we have cut off times at the aid stations. If you are not leaving the aid station by the cut off time, you will be given a ride back to the finish area by staff or volunteers.
50K cut off times:
- 10:15 am Cutoff at Yachats Aid Station, mile 8.2
- 12:00 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station first time, mile 14.6
- 2:20 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station second time, mile 24.6
- 11:00 am Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station first time, mile 6.7
- 1:15 pm Cutoff at Cape Perpetua Aid Station second time, mile 13.7
Although these are public trails, you are participating on them as a registered participant of our event and by signing up for the race, you agree to follow our rules and conditions for completing (or not completing) the race. Our sweeps will be leaving right at cut off time, taking down course markings with them. If you refuse to leave the course after cut off and end up getting lost or injured, requiring search and rescue, our permitting agency could look at that as negligence on our end (allowing runners on the course with no course markings or after the time we agreed to stop people). We take this rule seriously and as it puts our permits in jeopardy, if any runner violates this rule, they may be subject to a ban from future races.
Drop Bags
For those not familiar with drop bags, it's a way for you to have certain items at specific aid stations. If you like to have a certain kind of nutrition or specific brand of electrolyte, you can put those in your bag and restock at the aid station instead of carrying it the whole way. Some people leave extra layers of clothing, gloves or hats, or dry socks in their bags. Runners are responsible for providing their own bag.
Runners can have drop bags at the Yachats aid station and Cape Perpetua aid station for the 50K and the Cape Perpetua aid station for the 20 mile. No drop bags allowed at Cooks.
There will be tarps set up at check-in, one for each aid station location, along with duct tape and sharpies. Runners are allowed one bag per location and should be labeled with: name, bib number, and aid station name. Our volunteers will be transporting the bags to to the aid station and back to the finish once they close for the day.
Runners can also leave a drop bag at the finish area for when they are done. Plan to bring the bag during morning check in and there will be a designated tarp/tent to leave it during the race.
For those not familiar with drop bags, it's a way for you to have certain items at specific aid stations. If you like to have a certain kind of nutrition or specific brand of electrolyte, you can put those in your bag and restock at the aid station instead of carrying it the whole way. Some people leave extra layers of clothing, gloves or hats, or dry socks in their bags. Runners are responsible for providing their own bag.
Runners can have drop bags at the Yachats aid station and Cape Perpetua aid station for the 50K and the Cape Perpetua aid station for the 20 mile. No drop bags allowed at Cooks.
There will be tarps set up at check-in, one for each aid station location, along with duct tape and sharpies. Runners are allowed one bag per location and should be labeled with: name, bib number, and aid station name. Our volunteers will be transporting the bags to to the aid station and back to the finish once they close for the day.
Runners can also leave a drop bag at the finish area for when they are done. Plan to bring the bag during morning check in and there will be a designated tarp/tent to leave it during the race.
Crew Access
THERE WILL BE NO CREW OR SPECTATOR ACCESS AT THE CAPE PERPETUA OR COOKS AID STATIONS. Only aid station volunteers and race staff will be able to enter those aid stations. This is mandatory, per permits and safety considerations, and ultimately to ensure we get invited back to run this race for future years.
Crewing for 50K runners can be done at the Yachats Aid Station.
This is not a course that is crew friendly mainly because the aid stations are located in places with very limited public parking. We recommend that your friends and family that join you at the race focus on themselves while you're out running and then seeing and celebrating with you at the finishline.
Getting aid from your crew out on the course(except at the Yachats Aid Station) is against the rules of this race and may result in the runner being disqualified.
THERE WILL BE NO CREW OR SPECTATOR ACCESS AT THE CAPE PERPETUA OR COOKS AID STATIONS. Only aid station volunteers and race staff will be able to enter those aid stations. This is mandatory, per permits and safety considerations, and ultimately to ensure we get invited back to run this race for future years.
Crewing for 50K runners can be done at the Yachats Aid Station.
This is not a course that is crew friendly mainly because the aid stations are located in places with very limited public parking. We recommend that your friends and family that join you at the race focus on themselves while you're out running and then seeing and celebrating with you at the finishline.
Getting aid from your crew out on the course(except at the Yachats Aid Station) is against the rules of this race and may result in the runner being disqualified.
Volunteers
We always need volunteers on race day and it is a great way to be a part of the event if you are not running. Volunteers earn all kinds of perks; they get to eat and drink for free, are eligible for raffle prizes from our sponsors, and earn credit towards a future Rainshadow race! Volunteer shifts range from just a couple hours in the morning to an all day aid station or something at the finish area. If you are new to volunteering, check out the job descriptions page to find the volunteer gig that is perfect for you! We promise you will have fun!
If you are interested in volunteering for the race, please email us.
We always need volunteers on race day and it is a great way to be a part of the event if you are not running. Volunteers earn all kinds of perks; they get to eat and drink for free, are eligible for raffle prizes from our sponsors, and earn credit towards a future Rainshadow race! Volunteer shifts range from just a couple hours in the morning to an all day aid station or something at the finish area. If you are new to volunteering, check out the job descriptions page to find the volunteer gig that is perfect for you! We promise you will have fun!
If you are interested in volunteering for the race, please email us.
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Race Shirts Race registration does not include a t-shirt, but runners have the option to purchase one during the registration process. Race artwork by Baylie Peplow of Red Umbrella Designs |
Post Race Party
At this time the post-race party is planned to be somewhat limited out of the desire to still be cautious. There will be some food and drinks and folks will be encouraged to only stay for up to 30 mins after finishing. We also ask that runners keep 6ft or more from folks outside of their household. And to keep from having too large of a gathering we ask that runners keep the number of people who come to support them to a minimum ideally one person per runner but if more than one person but there is flexibility especially for those from the same household.
At this time the post-race party is planned to be somewhat limited out of the desire to still be cautious. There will be some food and drinks and folks will be encouraged to only stay for up to 30 mins after finishing. We also ask that runners keep 6ft or more from folks outside of their household. And to keep from having too large of a gathering we ask that runners keep the number of people who come to support them to a minimum ideally one person per runner but if more than one person but there is flexibility especially for those from the same household.
Videos, Photos, Results & Race Reports
All of the past race results can be found on UltraSignup. To check out photos, media, and race reports from previous years, please choose the appropriate option below: We would love to feature your race report on our website. If you have one to share, please email it to info@rainshadowrunning.com!
All of the past race results can be found on UltraSignup. To check out photos, media, and race reports from previous years, please choose the appropriate option below: We would love to feature your race report on our website. If you have one to share, please email it to info@rainshadowrunning.com!
Lodging
Our featured lodging option is The Adobe Resort, which is also the start/finish for both races and where check-in happens the morning of each race. Call 1-800-522-3623 to make your reservation and tell them "Rainshadow Running" sent you. They also have pet-friendly rooms, so don't forget to ask about those if you need/want one!
Other options:
Deane's Oceanfront Lodge (ocean-front rooms)
Wayside Lodge
Cape Cod Cottages (in Waldport; about 15 minutes from Yachats)
Overleaf Lodge [spa & resort in Yachats]
Fireside Motel (pet friendly, oceanside rooms in Yachats)
Yachats Inn
Silver Surf Motel (super close to The Adobe)
Ocean Cove Inn (downtown Yachats)
Tillicum Beach Campground
Our featured lodging option is The Adobe Resort, which is also the start/finish for both races and where check-in happens the morning of each race. Call 1-800-522-3623 to make your reservation and tell them "Rainshadow Running" sent you. They also have pet-friendly rooms, so don't forget to ask about those if you need/want one!
Other options:
Deane's Oceanfront Lodge (ocean-front rooms)
Wayside Lodge
Cape Cod Cottages (in Waldport; about 15 minutes from Yachats)
Overleaf Lodge [spa & resort in Yachats]
Fireside Motel (pet friendly, oceanside rooms in Yachats)
Yachats Inn
Silver Surf Motel (super close to The Adobe)
Ocean Cove Inn (downtown Yachats)
Tillicum Beach Campground
Cancellations
By attending one of our races you agree to accept the terms of and abide by our cancellation policy, our COVID precautions, our race rules and anti-discrimination policies, local, state and federal laws and any other logistics or arrangements you that must adhere to. If you would like to get more information about any of this or discuss things further please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com
These cancellation policies apply to all new transactions as of April 2 2021 including folks using credits, discounts or coupon codes. Runners who rolled over their 2020 race entries to 2021 or 2022 will still have the same cancellation options that we offered when the 2020 races were cancelled.
All runners, for any reason and at any time BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY , will have the following options if they cannot or chose not to run a race that they have registered for(this includes if we cancel the race for any reason):
To take advantage of these cancellation options a runner simply needs to email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com anytime BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY. If you do not email us BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY we'll assume you chose Option 3.
We are no longer allowing runners to transfer or sell their bib/race entry to another runner. If in the future we can create a simpler system to do this we might bring this option back.
Pregnancy Deferral Policy: If a runner becomes pregnant and wants to cancel their entry they are eligible for a 100% deferment credit to any Rainshadow Running race, for a period of 3 years. If they are signed up for a lottery race, they can have a lottery bypass for that specific race in any year of their choosing (in the 3 year window). Please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com to receive the pregnancy cancellation credit.
Military Deployment Deferral Policy: If a runner becomes scheduled to deploy after registering and wants to cancel their entry they are eligible for a 100% deferment credit to any Rainshadow Running race, for a period of 3 years(or longer if it's an extended deployment). If they are signed up for a lottery race, they can have a lottery bypass for that specific race in any year of their choosing (in the 3 year window). Please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com to receive the deployment cancellation credit.
By attending one of our races you agree to accept the terms of and abide by our cancellation policy, our COVID precautions, our race rules and any other logistics or arrangements you that must adhere to. If you would like to get more information about any of this or discuss things further please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com
If Rainshadow Cancels a Race...runners have the same options as listed above.
If we have to cancel an event for any reason (COVID, wildfire, acts of nature, etc) we understand the disappointment to the participants. But it something that does happen from time to time so you should be prepared for that possibility. We will do our best to notify runners as soon as we can but sometimes it may be a last minute situation. All runners will be sent an email as soon as possible with information about the cancellation and any other pertinent info including what their options are(see the options above) and the deadline for letting us know their decision. If it's a "last-minute" cancellation where the race is cancelled less than a week before race day we will extend the deadline for the runner to notify us of their preferred option.
We understand how much money, energy, and time goes into training for an ultramarathon, so if we can make adjustments to our race plans instead of cancelling, that is our priority, but at the end of the day, the safety of our runners, volunteers, staff, and the general public will be the main factor in our decision to cancel.
By attending one of our races you agree to accept the terms of and abide by our cancellation policy, our COVID precautions, our race rules and anti-discrimination policies, local, state and federal laws and any other logistics or arrangements you that must adhere to. If you would like to get more information about any of this or discuss things further please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com
These cancellation policies apply to all new transactions as of April 2 2021 including folks using credits, discounts or coupon codes. Runners who rolled over their 2020 race entries to 2021 or 2022 will still have the same cancellation options that we offered when the 2020 races were cancelled.
All runners, for any reason and at any time BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY , will have the following options if they cannot or chose not to run a race that they have registered for(this includes if we cancel the race for any reason):
- Option 1: a 75 to 25% rollover of your entry fee to the same race the following year. If it's a race with a lottery process for registration the runner will bypass the lottery. Percentage of credit is determined by the date you notify us:
60+ plus from race day: 75% rollover credit
30-60 days from race day: 50% rollover credit
7-30 days from race day: 25% rollover credit
within 7 days of race day: no rollover credits available
- Option 2: a 75 to 25% credit of your entry fee will be automatically applied to the next Rainshadow race that you sign up for. This option does not give the runner any preferential treatment for lottery races. Percentage of credit is determined by the date you notify us:
60+ plus from race day: 75% credit
30-60 days from race day: 50% credit
7-30 days from race day: 25% credit
within 7 days of race day: no credits available
- Option 3: Donate to Rainshadow your race entry fee and any other items you paid for(merchandise, meal tickets, bunkhouse reservation, etc.).
- NO REFUNDS for Entry Fees and NO BIB TRANSFERS
- Refunds for other purchased items such as merchandise, meal tickets, bunkhouses is possible if we have not already had to pay for those items. Please inquire about these when you email us to cancel your race.
To take advantage of these cancellation options a runner simply needs to email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com anytime BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY. If you do not email us BEFORE SEVEN DAYS BEFORE RACE DAY we'll assume you chose Option 3.
We are no longer allowing runners to transfer or sell their bib/race entry to another runner. If in the future we can create a simpler system to do this we might bring this option back.
Pregnancy Deferral Policy: If a runner becomes pregnant and wants to cancel their entry they are eligible for a 100% deferment credit to any Rainshadow Running race, for a period of 3 years. If they are signed up for a lottery race, they can have a lottery bypass for that specific race in any year of their choosing (in the 3 year window). Please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com to receive the pregnancy cancellation credit.
Military Deployment Deferral Policy: If a runner becomes scheduled to deploy after registering and wants to cancel their entry they are eligible for a 100% deferment credit to any Rainshadow Running race, for a period of 3 years(or longer if it's an extended deployment). If they are signed up for a lottery race, they can have a lottery bypass for that specific race in any year of their choosing (in the 3 year window). Please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com to receive the deployment cancellation credit.
By attending one of our races you agree to accept the terms of and abide by our cancellation policy, our COVID precautions, our race rules and any other logistics or arrangements you that must adhere to. If you would like to get more information about any of this or discuss things further please email us at info@rainshadowrunning.com
If Rainshadow Cancels a Race...runners have the same options as listed above.
If we have to cancel an event for any reason (COVID, wildfire, acts of nature, etc) we understand the disappointment to the participants. But it something that does happen from time to time so you should be prepared for that possibility. We will do our best to notify runners as soon as we can but sometimes it may be a last minute situation. All runners will be sent an email as soon as possible with information about the cancellation and any other pertinent info including what their options are(see the options above) and the deadline for letting us know their decision. If it's a "last-minute" cancellation where the race is cancelled less than a week before race day we will extend the deadline for the runner to notify us of their preferred option.
We understand how much money, energy, and time goes into training for an ultramarathon, so if we can make adjustments to our race plans instead of cancelling, that is our priority, but at the end of the day, the safety of our runners, volunteers, staff, and the general public will be the main factor in our decision to cancel.