Psycho Night 10K Trail Run

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Psycho Night 10K Trail Run

Photo by Dick Ross at www.SeeKCRun.com

Vasque Psycho Night 10K Trail Run

August 8, 2008 (Friday Night)

Start Time: Shortly after 8:00 p.m.
Wyandotte County Lake, Kansas City, Kansas

Short Race Director's Report:

We had a lot of fun out at WyCo, once again. 78 hardy souls toed the line for our 3rd annual event. The weather was cooler and drier than it had been for the past 2 years. The course was perfect, except for some leftover muddy spots here and there, and it slowed the field by at least 5 minutes. Nobody claimed the "Triangle Challenge" prize, (for running that .95 miles in less than 7 minutes), but Gregg Buehler (the winner) came close, with a 7:35 performance in the crazy Wyandotte Triangle. Mike "CAboy" Prentice took 2nd Place honors, followed by Cody "Bodacious" Jones. Allison Keegan kicked some muddy butt in the Female race, and was 14 full minutes ahead of the rest of the field. Laurie "Nerdo" Euler took 2nd place, with Debbie "Hottie" Webster right behind her.

Everybody stayed safe. Nobody was eaten by the Jumping Tree 'Gators, and there were only a couple of sightings of the Tiki Troll and a resident Whiner. The Eastern Kansan Flying Monkeys, Wyco Mud Snipes, and Pernicious Knids all kept their distance from the runners, for none were sighted during the race.

Thanks to the volunteers (and a special Nerd Nod to Cheri Sutton, Jim Megerson, Shane Jones, and Kyle Amos), who helped make this race so much fun!

All Photos by Dick Ross, SeeKCRun.com

Wyco Park Resident

Doin' the Dark Thang

A Gaggle of Trail Nerds

Race Information:

Brief Description:	A night trail run on the Psycho WyCo trails. This is a REAL TRAIL event. Yes, I said TRAIL event. If you want to run on a sissy, paved course, this isn't the race for you! Flashlight or Headlamp use is required for all race participants.
Prices:	10-K Trail Run: $8.00 If you want a shirt, that costs extra.
Registration:	Registration is on the night of the event ONLY (at the Park) and opens at 7:00 p.m., August 8, 2008.
Course:	The course consists of rocky, root-filled, and hilly bridle trails & single-track trails. It's an out-and-back course with a "lollipop loop" on the end...the infamous (and scary) "Wyandotte Triangle" section of single-track trail. You will be in the woods for most of the race. Water-and-Aid: There will be water at the start/finish line, and at mile 2.9 and mile 3.9, during the race.
Special Instructions to Runners:	All runners will carry their own flashlight or head lamp. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. This is for your own safety, and the safety of the ground and trees in the park, that you will smack (hard), without proper vision.
Directions to Wyandotte County Lake Park:	From the west side of the I-435 loop, take the Leavenworth Rd exit. Head east, take a left at N 91st St; enter the park and follow the signs.


Tee-Shirts:	There are no event shirts, but there are the following available: Trail Nerd shirts (cotton and technical), and Mud Babes shirts.

Charitible Contributions:

Entry proceeds (after expenses) to go to the Kansas City Trail Nerds (KC Track Club) for trail maintenance and trail building activities. KC Track Club is a 501c3 charitable organization. By the way, the Trail Nerds have performed a lot of trail maintenance in the area, and give a great proportion of our proceeds to the Kansas Trails Council and the Earth Riders Trails Association.

Dogs as Pacers:

We are a dog-friendly bunch, within reason. After all, a dog designed one of the trails you run on in other events. You can run with your (well-mannered) dog, but it must be on a leash, and you must not let it get entangled with another runner. Your dog will be issued a bib number that needs to be attached (with your name and cell # written on it with a sharpie). Your dog will be included in the official results, if you sign it in at the starting line. There is no additional cost to you. Please keep in mind that we won't allow any cruelty to animals, so you must attest to your dog's "trail conditioning." If it appears that your dog is heat-stressed or otherwise physically stressed or injured, we will ask you to pull out of the race and seek out veterinary help. Please provide water and food for your dog. You can refill your dog's water at the aid stations.

Questions?
Email Ben Holmes, 816-810-0440, Race Director