Ode in the Snow 8 Hours

8 Hours of Ode | Ode in the Snow

This event in Holly, MI offers multiple on-site and virtual options on the Ode to Laz trail loop. Distances and formats include:

• 8 Hour (on-site)
• Virtual 8 Hour
• Trail 10k
• Trail 5k
• Trail 4.17 miler

The primary loop is 4.167 miles with about 450 feet of climbing. The trail is roughly two thirds technical single track, one third moderate walking path, plus a few hundred yards of pavement. The 5k and 10k follow the same loop but omit an out-and-back section near the Overlook picnic area.

Runners may use a "Backyard" format with fixed hourly starts or choose to run continuously. Competitors may switch from Backyard to continuous during the event; switching from continuous back to Backyard after the second loop is not permitted. There is no chip timing. Virtual entrants may complete their effort any time within two weeks before the in-person race and submit results by the day after the in-person event.

On-site rules and facilities: contestants provide their own aid; crew access is allowed; pacers are not permitted except for continuous runners who exceed ten laps. Racers receive a chair/cooler space near start/finish and may use one small canopy. Gas or fuel camp stoves are allowed with a fire extinguisher; charcoal and wood fires are restricted to campground fire facilities. Glass containers are prohibited. Water and coffee are provided. Traction aids for shoes are recommended for winter trail conditions. A headlamp or carry light is required for trail use after dusk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.