Chase the Moon
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Chase The Moon
Chase The Moon is an overnight trail endurance event in the Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness area near Mountain Vista High School in Colorado. The event offers solo ultramarathon options and team relays that run through the night under the illumination of the full moon.
Distances and formats include:
- 12 Hour Solo : solo ultrarunner on a full loop.
- 6 Hour Solo : shorter solo duration.
- 3 Hour Solo : short duration solo event.
- 50K : out-and-back distance on the looped course.
- 3-Person Relay : teams complete the full loop per lap.
- 5-Person Relay : teams run a shorter 5.3 mile loop per lap.
The primary loop is 10.3 miles, about 98% dirt trail, with approximately 870 feet of elevation gain per lap and minimal technical difficulty. A shorter 5.3 mile loop is used for five person relay scoring. The course is marked with flags, reflective ribbon, tape, and signs. Two aid stations support the course at Outlaw AS and the start area, offering water, Tailwind endurance fuel, soda, fruit, snacks, and basic supplies such as Kleenex and bug repellant.
Race rules require a carried light source such as a headlamp, restrict crew support to the start area, and prohibit pacers. Relay exchanges must occur at the start area. Drop bag and crew areas are provided at the start area. Awards include a custom finisher medal and podium places for solo and team categories. A 100 mile challenge applies to the 3 person relay with a prize if the team exceeds 100 miles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
