Paris Pair - Paris, TX

Event

Paris Pair is a multi-distance trail event held in Paris, Texas, with all distances starting and finishing at the Eiffel Tower / Love Civic Center. Races are run on the NETT Trail as out-and-back courses that move east of Paris.

Distances offered:

• 100K
• 50K
• Marathon (26.2)
• Half Marathon (13.1)
• 10K
• 5K

Awards include top overall male and female finishers and top male and female Master’s (40+) in most distances. Finishers in the 100K receive a buckle; finishers in other distances receive a medal. Participants who complete both a daytime and a night race receive a special pint glass. Race shirts are provided and sizes are more certain if registration is completed at least two weeks before the event.

Course, support and logistics

The NETT Trail surface varies: the first nine miles are asphalt, then the trail becomes hard-packed gravel; runners also encounter soft ground, gravel sections, and some bridge crossings. The course is described as flat and is run as an out-and-back for each distance. Portable toilets are placed at the start/finish and at Blossom aid station; there are permanent toilets along the NETT and one near the Reno aid station.

This is a cupless race and all runners must carry a hydration device. Aid stations provide water, Gatorade, fruit, sandwiches, snacks, soda, and electrolyte products. Drop bags can be left at packet pick up for delivery to the Blossom aid station and will be returned to the start/finish when that aid station closes. Pacers are allowed only in the 100K and must check in and sign a waiver. Camp sites for cars, tents, and limited RVs are available at the Love Civic Center and two nearby hotels offer a race discount. Registration cancellations qualify for race credit under stated timeframes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.