Flatlander

We're bringing you to some of the more beautiful trails in the interior of Northwest Glendale. You can expect some great single and double track on this 2 km loop at the base of Arrowhead Mountain. Get ready to get loopy - go for a PR distance, fastest loop, test some new gear, or a just a fun Saturday long run with friends. This loop is a great way to log some miles and explore what you're capable of.

This is a dirt-bag-style event run by runners for runners -- no sponsors (yet), no swag bags, no fluff.

We're a small tight-knit community that values everyone who shows up, whether you're chasing a PR, coming in DFL, or volunteering at an aid station. We're here to build community both on and of the trail.

Course Description

This course will follow the Flatlander CCW (counter clockwise) loop - about 1.2 miles of predominately single and double track trail. It offers a modest 25 ish feet of gain/loss per mile making it a great place to go for speed!

The loop itself is all very well-groomed trail. There are some spots with soil erosion due to our recent rains. Be cognizant of these areas and enjoy the fact that the desert is green and beautiful.

We will offer modest course marking - we use orange ribbons. The secret to this race is always keep the ribbons to your left or you're going the wrong way!

Race Times

This is a fixed time event. For those of you who are unfamiliar, it's a fun format with no required distance - the only finish line is the one you self-impose!

In our inaugural year we are offering both a 3 hour and a 6 hour option. The longer the better, right?

Both races will start promptly at 8 AM - don't be late!

Most loops wins. All loops must be completed prior to each respective cutoff to be counted.

Aid Stations

We will offer one central hub that will serve as our course aid station as well as our start and finish line.

We will offer water, electrolytes, gels, fruit, snacks and basic first aid -- no cups, so pack your own.

We will offer a Crew/Runner area immediately adjacent of the aid. So if you want to bring a chair, a cooler, or whatever you think you'll need to be successful, come prepared - we have space for you!

Please see our event page for course maps and setup locations.

https://thunderbirdtrailrunners.com/event/flatlander-fixed-time-runs/

Questions?

If you have questions, please reach out to our RD's Cole Fahrenbruch or Connor Foley at thunderbirdtrailrunners@gmail.com

Event's current local time: 7:20 AM MT