Sinister is the first of five races in the Insomniac Night Trail Series
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Location
San Tan Mountain Regional Park, Queen Creek, AZ.
Course Summary
All races are held on a 9 kilometer loop of the San Tan, Hedgehog & Littleleaf Trails. The 27K runners will complete 3 loops, while the 54K ultra division will complete 6 loops, passing through the start/finish line after each lap! The course features smooth runnable trails with just a few rollers for fun.
Weather
Forecast for Queen Creek, AZ
Bib/Shirt Pickup
Thursday, May 2
Packet Pickup 4:00-7:00PM
Group run 5:30-6:30PM
iRun Phoenix
4730 E. Indian School Rd. #125
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 368-5330
-or-
Saturday, May 4
Race Day Pickup 6:00-7:45PM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
Aid Stations
There will be one remote aid station along the loop in addition to the start/finish line. Aid stations will offer water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.
Race Perks
Gender specific shirt for all participants
Chip timed race results displayed at finish line
Scenic and challenging course on desert trails
Well stocked aid stations every 2-3 miles
Post race food & socializing
Awards
Awards to top male & female finishers at each distance. All finishers will receive a finisher award.
Entry Fees
| Until 3/8 | Until 4/5 | Until 4/30 | Race Day | |
| 9KM | $35 | $40 | $45 | $50 |
| 27KM | $40 | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| 54KM | $55 | $60 | $65 | $70 |
Shirts guaranteed on race day if registered by 4/5, otherwise will be sold on race day if available.
Entrant Limit
250 Runners
Registration Options
Online registration closes on 4/30 at midnight. Registration available after at packet pickup and race day.
Online via Ultra Signup
Mail-In Entry Form
Black Diamond Headlamp Offer
All runners who register for the Sinister night runs will be able to purchase a Black Diamond headlamp at a discounted price that will be available for pickup at the race! Choose from either the Gizmo (35 Lumens) for $12 (MSRP $20) or Cosmo (70 Lumens) for $20 (MSRP $30). These lights may be purchased with registration (either mail-in or online) or through this link for pickup at the Sinister Night Runs: Headlamp Online Order Page.
Black Diamon Gizmo
Black Diamond Cosmo
Camping & Tent Rental
No camping at San Tan Mountain Regional Park.
Cut-Off
10 hours for the 54km (5:00AM). All 54km runners must leave on their sixth and final loop by 3:15AM (8:15 into the race).
Courses
9 Kilometer | Elevation Profile | GPX | KML
27 Kilometer | Elevation Profile | GPX | KML
54 Kilometer | Elevation Profile | GPX | KML
Course Map
Event new in 2013!
Event new in 2013!
Race Day Schedule
Please arrive early to park, check in and warm up prior to your run. Restroom facilities are located at the start line at a permanent park facility and/or portable restrooms.
6:00 PM – Packet pickup / race day registration begin
7:00 PM – 54 Kilometer Start
7:12 PM – Sunset
7:30 PM – 27 Kilometer Start
7:39 PM – End Civil Twilight
8:00 PM – 9 Kilometer Start
3:15 AM – 54 Km runners must leave on final (6th) loop
5:00 AM – Overall cutoff / Race ends
5:08 AM – Begin Civil Twilight
Moon Phase
Waning Crescent – 17% Illumination
2:55 AM – Moonrise
Park Entry Fee
Remember the park charges a $6 park entry fee per vehicle. Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) available on race evening for a smooth entry process. Carpool to save!
Trail Running & Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations.
Race Timing
We will be utilizing a chip timing system at this event to record your time at the finish. You will be provided with a timing chip attached to the back side of your race bib. It is important to not crease, or fold the the timing chip to ensure your finish time is read.
Drop Bags
You may have a drop bag at the start/finish line to be accessed each loop.
Crews
Crews are allowed at the race start/finish only.
Aid Station Helpers
Sign Up Here
Course Markings
The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots, reflective markers and glow lights. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with laminated signs. In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All runners are responsible for understanding the layout of the course. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or print a map to bring along with you.
Parking / Start Area
There will be ample parking at the Trailhead Staging parking lot for everyone to park within a couple minute walk to the starting line.
Camping & Tent Rental
No camping at San Tan Mountain Regional Park.
Directions
From central Phoenix, take I-10 east to US 60 east. Exit Power Road south to Hunt Highway. Travel east on Hunt Highway to Thompson Road south. Turn west on Phillips Road to the San Tan Mountain Regional Park entrance.
Address
6533 West Phillips Road
Queen Creek Arizona 85142
