Foothills 10 Mile Run

Sunday, November 12, 2023 Past event

10:00 AM MST

Albuquerque, New Mexico

$90.00 · 1 race

10 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the Foothills 10 Mile Run on Sunday, November 12, 2023, in beautiful Albuquerque, Bernalillo. This incredible trail race offers participants the chance to tackle a challenging 10-mile course through the stunning foothills of the Sandia Mountains, where breathtaking scenery and crisp mountain air await. Starting at approximately 6,500 feet, runners will navigate through the picturesque Elena Gallegos Open Space and Cibola National Forest, making every mile an adventure in this high desert landscape.

To enhance the race experience, a live DJ will energize the crowd before and after the run, while participants can look forward to receiving a stylish long-sleeved technical race shirt, perfect for the cool fall morning. With a cap of just 400 runners, this event is expected to fill up quickly, so don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable journey. After crossing the finish line, treat yourself to delicious New Mexico breakfast burritos and local coffee, specially prepared for finishers. With prize money for the top five finishers in both male and female categories, as well as age group awards, the Foothills 10 Mile Run promises not only a great race but also an

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Foothills 10 Mile Run

Includes High Performance Technical Long Sleeve

Race Bibs: Each participant will receive a bib number that must be worn on race day. Bib numbers must be visible at all times during the race. Medical Support: Medical staff will be ready to assist at any time during the event. There will be radio communications personnel along the course, ready to assist. The event personnel have the right to withdraw anyone from the event that appears distressed or at risk. Awards: There will be cash prizes for the top 3 men and women overall. The overall and division awards will be announced at the awards ceremony. Packet Pick Up at: Sport Systems 6915 Montgomery Blvd. NE Albuquerque NM. 87109 Friday, November 10, 2023, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Course: the course will be marked with orange flags and white powder. Mile markers won't be present on the course. There will be three water station on the course that runners will pass twice. Parking: There will be no parking at Elena Gallegos Open Space. All participants and spectators can park at Albertsons Market located at 12201 Academy Rd NE and there will be buses to transport runners and spectators to the race site. The bus will be running from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. The race will be limited to 400 runners.

10:00 AM MST

$90.00

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Organiser's description

Join us for an incredible 10-mile trail race that promises an unforgettable experience. Prepare to conquer challenging single track sections while immersing yourself in breathtaking scenery, crisp mountain air, and the awe-inspiring skies of Albuquerque.

The Foothills 10 Mile Run showcases the rugged Sandia Mountains, the stunning foothills high desert landscape, and the City of Albuquerque nestled in the Rio Grande Valley. Starting at approximately 6,500 feet, the ever-changing terrain of the foothills trails takes you through the Elena Gallegos Open Space and Cibola National Forest, ensuring an exhilarating journey with each mile.

Get into the groove with a live DJ who will keep the energy high before and after the race. New for 2023, our best in class technical race shirts now come with long sleeves to match the crisp fall morning temperatures. There will be three course preview runs led by Altra to familiarize runners with the course. Additionally, we've expanded the heated area at the staging point and we now offer two parking areas instead of one.

After you cross the finish line, savor the taste of New Mexico breakfast burritos and local coffee specially prepared for our finishers.

The Foothills 10 Mile Run awards prize money to the top five finishers in both male and female categories ($1000; $700; 500; $400 and $350). We also have first place age group prize money for both males and females 15-19; 20- 24; 25- 29; 30- 34; 35- 39; 40- 44; 45- 49; 50- 54; 55- 59; 60- 64; 65- 69; 70+ ($75). There will be medals for the top 3 finishers in each age group.

Our race is capped at 400 participants and we fully anticipate the Foothills 10 Mile Run will sell out quickly. Once the race is sold out, we will start a waitlist.