Vertigo is the third of five races in the Insomniac Night Trail Series
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Location
Competitive Track
White Tank Mountain Regional Park, Waddell, AZ.
Course Summary
All races are held on the 6.5 mile (10.4 kilometer) Sonoran Competitive track loop. The 31K runners will complete 3 loops, while the 63K ultra division will complete 6 loops, passing through the start/finish line after each lap! The Sonoran Loop offers a variety of obstacles to test runners skills. The track consists of steep inclines, swooping turns, technical descents, and rugged terrain.
Weather
Forecast for Waddell, AZ
Bib/Bag Pickup
Thursday, July 25
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, July 27
Race Day Pickup 6:00-7:45PM
White Tank Mountain Regional Park – Competitive Track
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
Sport bag for all participants
Chip timed race results displayed at finish line
Scenic and challenging course on desert trails
Well stocked aid stations every 4 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 5/31 | Until 6/28 | Until 7/23 | Race Day | |
| 10KM | $35 | $40 | $45 | $50 |
| 31KM | $40 | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| 63KM | $55 | $60 | $65 | $70 |
Sport bags guaranteed on race day if registered by 6/28, otherwise will be sold on race day if available.
Entrant Limit
400 Runners
Registration Options
Online registration closes on 7/23 at midnight. Registration available after at packet pickup and race day.
Online via Ultra Signup
Mail-In Entry Form
Online Camping / Tent Rental
Camping
Camping is permitted in the competitive track parking lot near the start/finish. Camping permit (doesn’t include vehicle park entry fee) = $10 available at park entry booth.
Cut-Off
10 hours for the 63km (5:00AM). All 63km runners must leave on their sixth and final loop by 3:20AM (8 hours 20 minutes into the race).
Courses
Course Photos
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 – 63 Kilometer Start
7:30 PM – 31 Kilometer Start
7:33 PM – Sunset
8:00 PM – 10 Kilometer Start
8:01 PM – End Civil Twilight
3:20 AM – 63 Km runners must leave on final (6th) loop
5:00 AM – Overall cutoff / Race ends
5:11 AM – Begin Civil Twilight
Moon Phase
Waning Gibbous – 69% Illumination
10:44 PM – 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 Competitive Track for everyone to park directly adjacent to the starting line.
Camping & Tent Rental
Camping will be available at the start/finish parking lot at the competitive track for $17 per night which includes your vehicle entry pass. Passes may be purchased with registration or at the park. Aravaipa Running will also have tents available for rent (camping pass, park entry fee, tent setup and take-down is included).
Directions
From central Phoenix, take I -10 west 18 miles to Hwy 303. North on Hwy 303 to Olive. West 4 miles on Olive to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park entrance. Follow the main park road all the way to the competitive track at the North end of the park.
Address
20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road
Waddell, AZ 85355
