IN THIS WEEK'S MESSAGE:
+ Thursday evening run
+ Other DTR affiliated runs: Sat Evergreen, Sun Golden
+ Carpools:
+ Race volunteers needed
+ Wild West Relay: Free Entry and Runners Needed
+ Race calendar
+ Other area clubs and runs
+ Discounts for DTRs


THURSDAY RUN
Run Location: Gudy Gaskill Trail (Genesee). The main group will start at 6:15pm;
the
early group at 5:30pm. Meet at the school.

Genesee is a lot closer than you think. It only takes 6-7 minutes to
get there from the Morrison exit. If you're coming from Denver or the
north, that's less time than it takes to get to Falcon or Green. From
the SW (e.g., Littleton), that's less time than it takes to get to
Lookout or N. Table.

Run notes: There are no maps at the trailhead, and only a few trail signs. If
you
haven't run here before, please bring a copy of the map and route
description. If you want to take it easy, there are options to shorten
the run. There are some great views, overlooking Clear Creek canyon,
along the run. In case of rain, we'll run the roads around Genesee.

There are no bathrooms or changing facilities at the run.

Tentative schedule:
8/9: North Table
8/16: Green Mtn.
8/23: Lair `o the Bear, picnic.

If you are new to DTR and unfamiliar with the trails, and for more
information about DTR, including FAQs, please go to the link below.
For directions, route descriptions and explanation of ratings, please
follow the link below to maps.
http://dtr.runuphillracing.com/

All messages are archived, and more group information is also
available at:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/denvertrailrunners

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OTHER DTR AFFILIATED RUNS

SATURDAY EVERGREEN
The Evergreen Runners Circle (ERC) holds FREE runs every Saturday,
8:30am, on trails, in the Evergreen area. Several DTR regulars join
these runs. The ERC runs are typically about 60 minutes long. They
usually go out for coffee/breakfast afterwards. Please forward your
questions to Dave via the ERC link below. For more info about the ERC
schedules, go to:
http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Lodge/7018/index.html
Schedule:
8/4: Alderfer/Three Sisters, from the yellow house to the top of
Evergreen Peak.
8/11: Genesee Overlook.
8/18: Evergreen Lake House.
8/25: Maxwell Falls.

SUNDAY GOLDEN
Golden weekend runs are Sundays at 7:30 a.m. Meet outside Brooks
Field, CSM Stadium, on 12th Street in Golden, and run on one of six or
more different routes in the Golden area. All of the courses allow for
varying lengths (e.g. 6-14+ miles) and paces, depending on the
interests of the runners on that day. For further information contact
Ron Benioff at rnbenioff@... 303-279-6152.

Interested in another weekday or weekend group run? Pick a time and
place, and we'll post it to the group.

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CARPOOLS
Let me know if you are interested in carpooling to any of these
races, or any other race/run in the future. Suggested races for
carpooling:
Summit Trail Series, Breckenridge. Wed evenings: 8/8, 8/22
8/11; Georgetown-Idaho Springs half marathon

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RACE VOLUNTEERS
Race directors are always looking for volunteers.
8/12; Lookout Mtn Hill Climb,

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WILD WEST RELAY
Jack Bascom writes:
"My Wild West Relay team did not come together. Registration has
already been paid. If any one wants the erpeirece [sic] call me at
(415) 775-0158 or email jxtripper@...."

Mike Hoffman, mrh@... writes:
"As it turns out, we have a team of Hashers that just had a couple last-minute
drop-outs (one due to a knee injury).

Do you think anyone in the DTR would like to join our team? We are not running
competitvely, just to enjoy ourselves, have some good runs, and complete the
course. (Since we are registered in the "Hash House Harriers" division, we're
pretty much guaranteed a medal, though. :-) )

If I had to put down "qualifications", I'd say we are looking for people who are
friendly, have a good sense of humor, and don't mind not "winning". We have no
speed quals or anything like that -- just be able to complete your assigned
legs.

Oh, and we won't be doing anything "hash" like while on trail, although there
will be a cooler of beer (along with water, soda, Gatorade) in the van."

The race is this weekend. For info, go to
http://www.wildwestrelay.com

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FEATURED RACES
My own (shameless self-promotion) La Sportiva Front Range Frenzy:
http://www.runuphillracing.com
*8/12; Lookout Mtn Hill Climb; 4.5mi, 1,900' all uphill

Steamboat Running Series. Fun courses. Friendly atmosphere.
http://www.runningseries.com
8/4; Mt. Werner
8/19; Continental Divide Trail Run
9/2; 10k @ 10,000'. 23rd annual, around a lot longer than the copycat
race in Vail.

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RACE CALENDAR
8/3, 6:30pm; RMRR Trophy Series; 5km; deKoevend Park, Littleton;
http://www.rmrr.org

8/3-4; Wild West Relay; 195 mile relay; Ft. Collins to Steamboat
Springs; http://www.wildwestrelay.com

*8/4; Mt. Werner Classic; 5mi, 12mi; Steamboat Springs;
http://www.runningseries.com

8/4; Indian Peaks DirtFest; 10km run and Duathlon; Nederland;
http://www.racingunderground.com

8/8, 5:45pm; Summit Trail Running Series #5; 5km, 10km; Baker's Tank,
Breckenridge; 970-453-0333
http://greatadventuresports.com/page.cfm?PageID=909

8/11; Idiot's Hill; 9.5mi; Kremmling; http://www.runkremmling.com

*8/12; La Sportiva Front Range Trail Frenzy #5, Lookout Mtn Hill
Climb; 4.5mi; Golden; http://www.runuphillracing.com

8/12; Berry Picker Trail Run; 5km Vail;
http://www.vailrec.com/adult_runningrace.htm

8/12; LT100 10km; Leadville; http://www.leadvilletrail100.com

8/15, 6:30pm; Fairmount Trail Rum; 5km; Golden;
http://www.comastersrun.org

*8/19; Continental Divide Trail Run; 16mi; Steamboat Springs;
http://www.runningseries.com

8/22, 5:45pm; Summit Trail Running Series #6; 8km, 12km; Carter Park,
Breckenridge; 970-453-0333
http://greatadventuresports.com/page.cfm?PageID=909

8/25; Silverton Alpine Marathon; http://www.silvertonalpinemarathon.com

8/25; Beaver Creek Vertical Ascent; 6 hours;
http://beavercreek.snow.com/evt.calendar.event.asp?eventid=431

8/26; Elk Meadow Trail Race; 5.8mi; Evergreen; http://www.comastersrun.org

*9/2; 23rd annual 10k @ 10,000 Feet; Steamboat Springs;
http://www.runningseries.com

9/2; Breckenridge Crest Mountain Marathon; 5mi, 12mi, 24.5mi;
http://www.mavsports.com

9/8; Imogene Pass Run; 17.1mi; Ouray to Telluride;
http://www.imogenerun.com

9/8; RMRR Trophy Series; 8mi; Chatfield State Park, Littleton;
http://www.rmrr.org

9/8; Roadkill Races; ½-marathon, 5mi; Kremmling;
http://www.runkremmling.com

9/9; Evergold Trail Run; 10km Vail;
http://www.vailrec.com/adult_runningrace.htm

9/15; Elk Meadow/Bergen Peak Trail Races; 5.6mi, 11.5mi; Evergreen;
Sharon, 303-674-6441, x26;
http://www.evergreenrecreation.com/calendar.html

9/16; Lead King Loop; 25km, 12.5km; Marble; http://www.leadkingloop25k.com

9/16-21; Trans Rockies Run; 125-mile, 2-person teams; Beaver Creek –
Leadville – Aspen; http://www.transrockies.com/transrockiesrun/index.htm

9/22; Barr Lake 1/3 Marathon; Brighton; http://www.comastersrun.org
Dave Black, DTR regular, is the race director.

9/22; Golden Leaf Half-Marathon; Snowmass – Aspen;
http://www.utemountaineer.com/GoldenLeaf.aspx

10/7; RMRR Trophy Series; 10mi; Waterton Canyon, Littleton;
http://www.rmrr.org

10/7; Gore Grind; 6mi; Kremmling; http://www.runkremmling.com

10/13; Lair `o the Bear Trail Race; 10mi, 2mi; Idledale; Sharon,
303-674-6441, x26; http://www.evergreenrecreation.com/calendar.html

10/13; Silent Trails Memorial Race; 10mi; Laramie, WY;
http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/SILENTTRAILS/default.htm

10/14; Coal Creek X-C Challenge; 5.7mi; Louisville;
http://www.comastersrun.org

11/3-16; Nepal Trek and Trail; ½-marathon and group trek;
http://www.nepaltrekandtrail.com

11/10; Chatfield 10-Miler; Littleton; http://www.comastersrun.org

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OTHER AREA CLUBS AND RUNS, and TRAIL LINKS
BoulderTrailRunners: Several weekly group runs. FREE.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BoulderTrailRunners

Rocky Mountain Road Runners: Weekly training/social runs (Tue-Wash
Park, Wed-Track, Sat-Highline). Monthly race series (free for members,
small fee for non-members) with a handicap start and scoring system.
http://www.rmrr.org

Niketown Running Club: Tue evening, 5:30pm, 1 hr runs on the Cherry
Creek and Platte bike paths. Meet at the downtown store, 16th &
Glenarm. Several DTRs are regulars. (303) 623-6453

Incline Club: Sunday long runs in the Pikes Peak area. Thursday speed
workouts. They stay on lower trails through the winter, then venture
higher up the mountain as the snow clears. Let us know if you are
interested in car-pooling from the Denver area. http://www.inclineclub.com

Phidippides Track Club: Tue evening track workouts near Cherry Creek
HS. http://www.phidippides.org/

American Trail Running Association: http://www.trailrunner.com/

Trail Runner Magazine: http://www.trailrunnermag.com

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DISCOUNTS FOR DTRs
Several running/outdoor stores offer discounts to DTR members. Just
mention that you are a member. Discounts usually apply only to
non-sale merchandise. Listing here doesn't guarantee that discounts
will be available. Please verify with the stores:

Runners Roost Lakewood, Alameda & Wadsworth (SW corner), (303)
991-1851, http://www.runnersroostlakewood.com

Boulder Running Company, Wadsworth & Bowles (SE corner), Littleton,
(303) 932-6000, http://www.boulderrunningcompany.com

Bent Gate, 13th & Washington, Golden, 303-271-9382,
http://www.bentgate.com