Mineshaft Grinder

Saturday, August 12, 2023 Past event

2:30 PM AKDT

Hope, Alaska

$75.20–$85.80 · 3 races

Half Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Mineshaft Grinder on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in the charming town of Hope, located in the stunning Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. Celebrate the rich mining history of the Kenai Mountain Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area (KMTA NHA) while participating in this unique event that supports community projects and youth programming.

Participants can choose their challenge from three exciting race distances: the uphill-only Gold Grinder, a thrilling 11-mile bike ride that ascends 1900 feet along Palmer Creek Road; the Silver Grinder, a scenic half marathon to the Nearhouse Mine Trail and back; or the Quartz Grinder, an invigorating 8.5-mile round-trip run to the top of the switchbacks. Whether you prefer biking or running, the Mineshaft Grinder promises a memorable day filled with adventure and camaraderie in a breathtaking Alaskan landscape. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with the community and enjoy the great outdoors!

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Races

Gold Grinder - Bike Ride

Incl. $5.20 Fee

The Gold Grinder - Bike Race is a one way race to the end of Palmer Creek Road. Participants will make their way back to Hope School at a more leisurely pace!

2:00 PM AKDT

$75.20

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Silver Grinder - 1/2 Marathon

Incl. $5.80 Fee

The Silver Grinder - 1/2 Marathon is a round trip run to the Nearhouse Mine Trail on Palmer Creek Road and back to Hope School

1:30 PM AKDT

$85.80

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Quartz Grinder - 8.5 Mile Run

Incl. $5.20 Fee

The Quartz Grinder - 8.5 Mile Run is a round trip run to the top of the switchbacks on Palmer Creek Road and back to Hope School.

2:30 PM AKDT

$75.20

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Organiser's description

Kenai Mountain Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area (KMTA NHA) celebrates the mining history in Hope, Alaska by encouraging racers up Palmer Creek Road in the Mineshaft Grinder. This event is a fundraiser for the community projects and youth programming for local youth in Hope provided by the KMTA NHA.

Participants choose between biking or running in the Gold, Silver, or Quartz Grinders.

* The GOLD GRINDER is an uphill-only bike race for riders to grind up 1900 over 11 miles to the end of Palmer Creek Road.
* The SILVER GRINDER is a 1/2 Marathon to the Nearhouse Mine Trail on Palmer Creek Road and back to Hope School.
* The QUARTZ GRINDER is an 8.5-mile round-trip run to the top of the switchbacks on Palmer Creek Road and back to the Hope School.

COST:

EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH JUNE 7TH:
Gold Grinder: $50
Silver Grinder: $50
Quartz Grinder: $40

PRICING JUNE 8TH JULY 20TH:
Gold Grinder: $60
Silver Grinder: $60
Quartz Grinder: $50

PRICING JULY 21ST AUGUST 7TH
Gold Grinder: $70
Silver Grinder: $70
Quartz Grinder: $60

DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION (8AM-9AM) AUGUST 10TH
Gold Grinder: $90
Silver Grinder: $90
Quartz Grinder: $80

This is a non-refundable race. Bib transfers are allowed.

This race is under permit with Chugach National Forest Service.

Please reach out to race director Rachel Blakeslee at [email protected] with any questions.