This is a new series of MUT running events in Northern NJ. Each event will be all about having fun, getting dirty and enjoying the trails. So, what is MUT? MUT is short for mountain, ultra and trail running. The goal of these races is to introduce you to this type of racing or at least to offer you more options if you are all ready participating. To better understand MUT running sports, let’s start with some general definitions: Mountain Running: Any running race with extreme amounts of climbing or climbing and descending – generally more than 300’ per mile. While most mountain races are held on trails, there are many – generally hill climbs – held on steep mountain roads. The oldest and most prestigious of which is the Mt. Washington Road Race in Pinkham Notch, New Hampshire. First held in 1936, this classic mountain race climbs 4200’ in 7.6 miles (www.mountwashingtonroadrace.com). While mountain races can be any distance, the World Mountain Running Championships are generally 9k in length for women and 12k for men. Ultra Running: Races longer than a marathon (26.2 miles) are considered ultra-marathons, or “ultras”. Ultra races can be any length over 26.2 miles, but many have been standardized at 50k, 50 miles, 100k, 100 miles or 24 hours. Ultra races are held on both on and off road as well as on flat, hilly or even mountainous terrain. One of the most famous ultra races is the Western States Endurance Run (100 miles) held in the Serria Nevada mountains of California (www.ws100.com). Trail Running: As the name suggests, “trail running” races are held off-road. There are many long trail races that could also be considered ultra races. Likewise, there are many very hilly trail races that could be considered mountain races. While there is no specific world championship in trail running, this sport is growing in popularity and is enjoyed by both elite runners and the occasional “jogger”. Now that you know what MUT running is; are you ready to race? Tentative schedule: January 9, 2010: Watchung Winter Ultra - Watchung Reservation, 50K March 27, 28 2010 Paulinskill Sussex 100 May 1, 2010: MUDDY MARATHON - Craigmeur, Rockaway NJ 6.55 Mile loop. Marathon, HM and QM options. Also 2 and 4 person relay option. May 15, 2010: May 29, 2010: SOUTH MOUNTAIN 100k - Millburn NJ, 20.7 Mile loop July 24, 2010: Running with the Devil - Diablo Mountain Bike Park, Mountain Creek Resort, Vernon NJ Timed event - 3, 6 and 12 hour Race October 16, 2010: MOUNTAIN MADNESS - Shepard's Lake, Ringwood Ramapo SF, 50K Other Trail Races in the NJ and surrounding area.
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