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2019 Race Registration

Sunday, 12 August 2018 10:45 Last Updated on Sunday, 19 August 2018 18:20 Written by Administrator

The 15th annual AH135 will be Jan 28th to 30th, 2019.

Registration for the 2019 Arrowhead Winter Ultra Race will be handled by UltraSignup.  You can find the registration page HERE.

Please note that registrations will be done  lottery style due to limited space on our rosters. Race veterans are encouraged to apply 9-1-18 and race rookies are encouraged to apply 10-1-18.  Roster decisions will be made after those dates.  We strive for ~2/3 vets and ~1/3 rookies.  You will not be charged until you are added to the roster.

You must have a qualifying race before applying.  For bikers, we require at least a 200 mile road bike race or 100 mile off road race, preferably in winter.  We require at least a 100 mile race for foot and ski competitors, preferably in winter.  If you don't have a qualifying race but feel you have other experience that would allow you to safely complete Arrowhead, please list that on your application.

Pray for cold and snow - we look forward to seeing all the racers, sponsors, and volunteers.

General qualifying requirements listed on application. Keep in mind, this race is unlike any Ultra you likely encounter in lower 48.  You can freeze your tail off if not careful and then we would feel very, very bad and the race likely would not happen next year and we would have to notify your next of kin.

Accepted Entries non-refundable (please don't ask).  We limit the roster to maximize solitude on the trail, we cannot accept all applications. When the roster is full, it is full.  We can't guarantee race veterans a spot if they apply late.


SEE YOU IN I-FALLS! AND HOPEFULLY AT FORTUNE BAY!!!

2018 Spirit and Shackleton awards

Wednesday, 14 February 2018 09:57 Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 February 2018 09:59 Written by Administrator

Hats off to John Storkamp who was selected as the 2018 winner of the Spirit of the Arrowhead Award. John has started the Arrowhead 13 times and won the foot division 4 times. John is a great ambassador for outdoor sports and a tough competitor who shares his vast knowledge willingly. A charitable donation will be made in John's name to Animal Ark MN. www.animalarkmn.org.

John Taylor earned the Shackleton Endurance award. John raced on foot unsupported and spent 59 hours, 21 minutes on the trail. A charitable donation will be made in John's name to Borderland Humane Society. www.borderlandhumanesociety.org

We will also make an additional donation to Together for Good on behalf of the Arrowhead volunteers who make the Arrowhead Ultra 135 one of the friendliest races you can find.
http://tfgood.org/

2018 Galleries, articles, blogs

Monday, 05 February 2018 20:53 Last Updated on Monday, 02 April 2018 12:06 Written by Administrator

Lots of good articles, blogs, and photo galleries.

Article in Duluth News Tribune.

Article in StarTribune.

Photo gallery by Burgess Eberhardt.

Photo gallery by David Markman.

Blog post by Sveta Vold.

Blog post by Huge Holstein.

Blog post by Ashley Heclo.

Blog post by Jacklyn Carlson-Hayes.

Blog post by Scott Kummer.  And the VIDEO.  Can't forget the video...

Blog post by Jeff Rock part I and part II.

Blog post by James Kiffmeyer.

Blog post by Travis Van Neste.

Blog post by Back of the Pack Racing (BPR).

Blog post by Alex Elizabeth Eichman.

Blog post by Daniel Slater.

Blog post by Ben Doom.

Blog post by Christopher Tassava.

Blog post by Whitney Beadle.

Blog posts by Steve Cannon.  Part I and Part II.

Blog post by Erv Berglund.

Blog posts by Rima "Tyre Lady" Chai.  Part I, Part II, Part III, aaaaaaand Part IV.

Blog post by KariAnn Gibbons.  She and Kate Coward did 'the double'.

Blog post by Joel Swenson.

Blog post by Bonnie "Yeti" Busch.

Album of all finishers below.  Some notes:

  • These are in picture time order, not finish order.
  • Not all finishers had pics taken, sorry about that...
  • If you would like full-sized versions of these, let me know (via Contact Us page).

2018 Summary

Tuesday, 17 October 2017 09:29 Last Updated on Sunday, 04 February 2018 16:06 Written by Administrator

Please see the results tab for 2018 results.

2019 Race Dates are Jan 28th to Jan 30th.

Race veteran applications will be accepted 9-1-18.  Rookie applications will be accepted 10-1-18

Thanks to all of the racers, volunteers, sponsors, and fans that make Arrowhead such a great event.

 

Here is the link for 2018 live tracking

http://trackleaders.com/arrowhead18

 

Racers, Here is the link to sign up for your spot tracker. They will be available at gear check.

TRACKLEADERS

The 2018 Arrowhead Ultra roster is now published HERE (Updated Jan 11, 2018).

2017 Galleries, Articles, Blogs

Sunday, 05 February 2017 15:06 Last Updated on Sunday, 19 March 2017 10:31 Written by Administrator

Lots of good articles, blogs, and photo galleries.

Article and video from FOX 21 (Duluth).

Pre-race article in Duluth News Tribune.

Post-race article in Duluth News Tribune.

Note from Geoffrey Archibald, who fell but finished.

Gallery from Burgess Eberhardt.

Blog post from Jill Martindale, a cyclist.  She was the 1st woman to finish and set a new record.

Blog post from Scott Kummer.

Blog post from Sveta Vold, a cyclist.

Post from Ashley Helco, a runner.

Note from Steve Sylvester, who gave us all a scare...

Blog post from Daniel Slater, a runner.

Gallery and pics for sale from Lori Dobbs.

Blog posts from Christopher Tassava, a cyclist - part I, part II, and part III.

Blog post from Todd Hunter, a cyclist.

Blog post from Jeff Rock, a runner.

Blog post from Jared VanderHook, a runner.

Blog post from Kari Anne Gibbons, a runner.

Blog post from Steve Cannon, a cyclist.

Article from Pamela Gonzalez, a cyclist.

Blog post from Pintz Guzld, er Paul Zeigle, a cyclist.

Blog post and gallery from Jason Johnson/GearJunkie.

Blog post from Lisa Paulos, a runner.

Blog post from Rachel Utecht, a runner.

Album from Thomas Woods, a cyclist:

Album from Lora Woods (Thomas' wife):

Galleries from Jason Johnson (a bunch of galleries at this link).

Album of all finishers:

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Jackie's Corner

The 15th annual AH135 will be Jan 28th to 30th, 2019. We will take race veteran apps starting 9-1-18 and rookie apps 10-1-18. Please make sure you have a qualifying race - see below. Our roster is limited to ~150 racers and fills quickly.

Gear check will be Jan 26th/27th. Please ensure you meet or exceed the qualifications listed below if you plan to race.

Completing one of the below accomplishments would typically qualify an entrant for this year's Arrowhead Winter Ultra;

however, entry is not guaranteed. The race directors reserve the right to change the rules in the interest of safety and sportsmanship or for any reason deemed appropriate by the race officials. The race directors reserve the right to select entrants based on other important considerations, as well as due to the requirements of insurers, sponsors, the Minnesota State DNR and other regulatory
agencies.
Basically, we look for both endurance and cold weather experience. Below are general guidelines.
Qualifying activities for runners:
Completing a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160 or similar race.
Finishing 100 mile foot race or completed multi-sport event, including a 100 mile run. A race in winter conditions improves your odds of being selected and surviving.
Qualifying activities for bikers:
Complete a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160, Susitna, or similar race.
Finishing 24 hour bike race, with minimum of 100 miles completed for off-road, or 200 miles on road. A race in winter conditions improves your odds of being selected and surviving.
Qualifying activities for skiers:
Complete a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160, or similar race.
Finishing a 24 hour ski race with a minimum of 100 miles completed.

There are lots of articles, stories, and photo albums from racers, reporters, and volunteers. Go read them all.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 07 February 2018 20:15
 

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