This is a second of two pre race emails, if you missed the first you can link to it here.
The Basics
Race Date: Sunday, May 5, 2024
Start Time: 12 Noon
Address: 910 Cochran Road, Richmond, VT
Bib Pickup: Sunday from 10:00am-11:45am at the Cochran’s Ski Area base lodge
Day of Race Registration: no day of race registration this year
Awards and refreshments to follow the completion of the race at the base lodge area.
We’ll have food setup on the lawn after the races and the lodge is available as an indoor space.
Trail Conditions
The trails have been in good condition this week with a couple sections of mud and stream crossings. With possible rain on race day we are expecting some mud and slippery conditions in some places. The single track has all been leaf blown, but there are lots of roots and rocks and some wooden bridges so you will need to take care with your footing – it is a trail race after all! Full Course Detail Here
We are expecting some rain for the afternoon of the race. We will have the base lodge open as a dry spot. NOAA Richmond, VT weather
Course Details – Lap 1 and Lap 2 Merging
We encourage familiarizing yourself with the course layout ahead of time. Please note that this is a 2 loop course. Be aware that there will be runners from Lap 1 and Lap 2 on the final descent at the same time. Please use good trail etiquette if you need to pass.. Calling out: “Passing on your left!” and making sure to pass only when the trail is wide enough will help everyone stay safe.
Please Consider Carpooling/ Parking
Vermont has a lot of very useful and convenient Park & Rides. Even if you can’t carpool for the entire trip to Cochran’s Ski Area you could set up a partial carpool by arranging to meet fellow racers at a Park & Ride en route. We’re expecting a good crowd.
Map of Vermont Park & Rides & Popular options along Interstate 89:
- Richmond Park & Ride – ON US 2 SOUTH OF EXIT 11 ON I-89
- Waterbury Park & Ride – OFF VT100 NE OF EXIT 10 ON I-89 ON LINCOLN ST. OFF STOWE ST.
- Montpelier Park & Ride – DOG RIVER RD. OFF MONTPELIER STATE HWY NW OF EXIT 8 ON I-89
- Sharon Park & Ride – ON VT 132 SOUTH OF EXIT 2 ON I-89
- Williston Park & Ride – ON VT-2A SOUTH OF EXIT 12 ON I-89
Kids Race
While adult registration has closed, kids can still sign up in person on race day starting at 10:30 The kids race is free and will start at 11:15am. The kids race registration, bib pickup and start/finish are all at the end of the parking lot at the base of the alpine ski slope- look for the wooden platform with a pop-up tent.
There are 3 course distance options and each kid will sign up for the specific distance at bib pickup on Sunday morning. The 1 and 2 loop race course is on the Rock’n Roll trail. This trail is a machine built kids mtn bike trail with turns and rollers. The lollipop race will be a tiny loop right in the base area.
The kids’ race is not timed. Each kid will receive an Untapped Maple Waffle and we’ll have other snacks near the finish.
Kids Race Info Here
Photography
We are excited to share that Joe Viger Photography will be at our race. Joe is a master of capturing the spirit of trail running in his photos. You can relive all the action on his website, Instagram, and Facebook pages post-race.
Thank you to our sponsors and partner businesses for providing awesome products for our raffle, prizes, and refreshments:
Bivo water bottles, Untapped, Goats On Hats, Running Saps Maple Syrup and Farm Craft
Staying Connected
Race updates, results and race photo links will be shared on our website sleepyhollowmtnrace.com and social media: Instagram and Facebook.
Visit the USATF NE MUT website for New England Mountain Series schedule and standings.
See you Sunday at the Sleepy Hollow Mtn Race at Cochran’s!