October 30, 2011 (Sunday) 7:00 a.m. or 6:00 a.m. (early start
w/flashlight) 11-Hour Time Limit
ALL COURSES MEASURED AND
CERTIFIED
17TH ANNUAL EARLY
START AT 6, or when you wish.
NEW STARTING PLACE JUST OFF I-70: Start: Behind Bed, Bath and Beyond on Jackson. Take I-70 to Blue Parkway Exit, go north
a half block to Jackson, west on Jackson to vacant stores across from Hilton Garden Inn. We will be running behind the stores
on Jackson.
MAP TO NEW RACE START:
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PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION SATURDAY 5 TO 7 PM AT FAZOLI'S RESTAURANT
FAZOLI'S,
810 HIGHWAY 40, BLUE SPRINGS, JUST WEST OF HIGHWAY 7:
MAP TO PACKET PICKUP AT FAZOLI'S:
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More 2011 Race Information
Welcome to the 17th Annual Larry Mattonen Marathon (26.2-Mile) Run or Walk, Blue Springs 50-Mile Run,
Blue Springs 50-Kilometer Run, 13.1-Mile Run, 26.2-Mile Racewalk, Six-Person Relay, and 50-Mile Relay. All courses
are measured and certified, except for the 1/2 marathon. The course is 99% on a scenic, flat, crushed gravel
trail. So if you want the PERFECT forgiving surface to do your first marathon, 1/2-marathon or Ultra run, without the
crowds...THIS IS YOUR RACE! And, if you are an Ultrarunner intent on qualifying for Western States or another Ultra
that requires a fast 50-mile course time on a trail, THIS IS YOUR RACE! (There are also volunteering opportunities for
you as well). Support and Aid Stations: This race always has great volunteers and support
at the 5 aid stations. Food, water, and beverages are supplied for your race completion success.
The Best Deal Around: Entry fees (for early entry) for these Blue Springs races is
very low, which includes a unique shirt and a finisher's award. How can you beat that???
Map to Race Aid Station (old start location):
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See all Trail Nerd events HERE.
2009 Race: 2008 Race: Results Race Reports:
Testimonial:
"I have fond memories regarding this race. This was my
first ultramarathon, one decade ago. It was a good one to "cut my teeth on" for my first 50K. I
continue to come back from time to time. I really enjoy the low-key, genuine fun that this race has to offer.
This race, and Lou's other ultra, 'Dude, Where's the Trail?' are extremely hard to beat for their dollars-to-fun-factor.
Highly recommended!" - Ben Holmes, Trail Nerds
Contact:THE BLUE SPRINGS RUNNERS Louis (Lou) Joline -Race Director 64-Anchor Dr. Lake
Tapawingo, MO 64015 ljoline@aol.com
816-679-8185
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