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2019 Galleries, Articles

Tuesday, 29 January 2019 12:08 Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 February 2019 13:03 Written by Administrator

Lots of good articles and photo galleries.  This year's Arrowhead was a media circus Tuesday and Wednesday.  There are quite a few articles about the race and racers out in the world.  I have a few here, but I think many media outlets just re-posted the AP and Reuters articles.

Article at Fox9 MN article and VIDEO.

Audio clip at NPR All Things Considered.  "Oh, hell no."

Audio clip with Ken Krueger on BBC.

Article in MPR.

Another article in MPR with John Storkamp.

Article in CNN.

Article in TIME.

Article at RunnersWorld and Bicycling and Men's Health (all written by Andrew Dawson).

Article in Canadian Cycling.

Article in Reuters.

Articles in New York Times and HERE.

Article in REI.

Article in USA Today.

Audio interview with Leah Gruhn on BBC.

Article in Washington Post.

Article in RunUltra (UK).

Article in International Falls Journal and another, and a third.

Article in Duluth NewsTribune.

Article in CityPages.

Article in Grand Forks Herald.

CBC News interviews Dave Ristau.

Article in Business Insider.

Radio interview with Bill Bradley on NBRFM.

Photo in BoredPanda (#47).

Blog post by Robyn Reed (volunteer extraordinaire).

Blog post by Christopher Tassava.

Blog post by Huge Holstein.

Blog post by Daniel Slater.

Blog post by Ben Zvan.

Blog post by Ashley Heclo.

Blog post by Trenton J. Raygor.

Blog post by James Kiffmeyer.

Blog post by Patrick Greehan.

Photo gallery by Dave Markman

Photo gallery by Burgess Eberhardt.

Album of all finishers below.  Some notes:

  • These are in picture time order, not finish order.
  • Not all finishers had pics taken, sorry about that...
  • If you would like full-sized versions of these, let me know (via Contact Us page).

Album from International Falls Journal.  We have originals (large size).  Let us know if you would like the original pic:

2019 Track Leaders

Thursday, 20 December 2018 09:30 Written by Administrator

TrackLeaders.com is going to provide tracking information for racers. Racers can either register their own tracking device or rent directly from TrackLeaders.com .

Go HERE to register your device or rent one from TrackLeaders.com.

Go HERE for the tracking map.  As of Dec 20, 2018, the tracking map/page is not quite ready.

2019 Roster

Tuesday, 04 December 2018 21:42 Last Updated on Tuesday, 04 December 2018 21:45 Written by Administrator

The roster for the 2019 Arrowhead can be found HERE.


2019 Race Registration

Sunday, 12 August 2018 10:45 Last Updated on Sunday, 19 August 2018 18:20 Written by Administrator

The 15th annual AH135 will be Jan 28th to 30th, 2019.

Registration for the 2019 Arrowhead Winter Ultra Race will be handled by UltraSignup.  You can find the registration page HERE.

Please note that registrations will be done  lottery style due to limited space on our rosters. Race veterans are encouraged to apply 9-1-18 and race rookies are encouraged to apply 10-1-18.  Roster decisions will be made after those dates.  We strive for ~2/3 vets and ~1/3 rookies.  You will not be charged until you are added to the roster.

You must have a qualifying race before applying.  For bikers, we require at least a 200 mile road bike race or 100 mile off road race, preferably in winter.  We require at least a 100 mile race for foot and ski competitors, preferably in winter.  If you don't have a qualifying race but feel you have other experience that would allow you to safely complete Arrowhead, please list that on your application.

Pray for cold and snow - we look forward to seeing all the racers, sponsors, and volunteers.

General qualifying requirements listed on application. Keep in mind, this race is unlike any Ultra you likely encounter in lower 48.  You can freeze your tail off if not careful and then we would feel very, very bad and the race likely would not happen next year and we would have to notify your next of kin.

Accepted Entries non-refundable (please don't ask).  We limit the roster to maximize solitude on the trail, we cannot accept all applications. When the roster is full, it is full.  We can't guarantee race veterans a spot if they apply late.


SEE YOU IN I-FALLS! AND HOPEFULLY AT FORTUNE BAY!!!

2018 Spirit and Shackleton awards

Wednesday, 14 February 2018 09:57 Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 February 2018 09:59 Written by Administrator

Hats off to John Storkamp who was selected as the 2018 winner of the Spirit of the Arrowhead Award. John has started the Arrowhead 13 times and won the foot division 4 times. John is a great ambassador for outdoor sports and a tough competitor who shares his vast knowledge willingly. A charitable donation will be made in John's name to Animal Ark MN. www.animalarkmn.org.

John Taylor earned the Shackleton Endurance award. John raced on foot unsupported and spent 59 hours, 21 minutes on the trail. A charitable donation will be made in John's name to Borderland Humane Society. www.borderlandhumanesociety.org

We will also make an additional donation to Together for Good on behalf of the Arrowhead volunteers who make the Arrowhead Ultra 135 one of the friendliest races you can find.
http://tfgood.org/

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Jackie's Corner

Thanks to all the racers, volunteers, sponsors and fans for a great 2022 race. Registration for 2023 will open 9-1-2022. Race dates will be Jan 30th to Feb 1st.
The registration link for Trackleaders can be found HERE. Spot trackers are optional. They are highly recommended for rookies, if you get lost easily, or if you want your friends/family to know how you are doing. Live tracking map can be found HERE.
Thank you all for registering for 2022 Arrowhead. All of the slots and waitlist were full within a couple hours after registration opened. We were not able to select all entries, If you were selected, you must confirm with ultrasignup that you are going to race (and get charged an entry fee). Check your e-mail or spam folder to see if you are missing a confirmation. I will be in the woods/mountains for a couple weeks so I may be slow to respond to messages. The roster will be published in late September or early October.
From our website race rules tab: We do not normally offer refunds of entry fees. If we have to cancel the race we will refund ~$150 of a racer’s entry fee. The balance will be used to cover fixed costs and donated to race charities.

 

The 18th annual AH135 will be Jan 31st to Feb 2nd, 27th, 2022. We will take applications starting 9-1-2021 9 am CST. Please make sure you have a qualifying race - see below. Our roster is limited to ~150 racers and fills quickly.

Gear check will be Jan 29th/30th. Please ensure you meet or exceed the qualifications listed below if you plan to race.

Completing one of the below accomplishments would typically qualify an entrant for this year's Arrowhead Winter Ultra;

however, entry is not guaranteed. The race directors reserve the right to change the rules in the interest of safety and sportsmanship or for any reason deemed appropriate by the race officials. The race directors reserve the right to select entrants based on other important considerations, as well as due to the requirements of insurers, sponsors, the Minnesota State DNR and other regulatory
agencies.
Basically, we look for both endurance and cold weather experience. Below are general guidelines - race veterans and volunteers get preference for entry.
Qualifying activities for runners:
Completing a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160 or similar race.
Finishing 100 mile foot race or completed multi-sport event, including a 100 mile run. A race in winter conditions improves your odds of being selected and surviving.
Qualifying activities for bikers:
Complete a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160, Susitna, or similar race.
Finishing 24 hour bike race, with minimum of 100 miles completed for off-road, or 200 miles on road. A race in winter conditions improves your odds of being selected and surviving.
Qualifying activities for skiers:
Complete a prior Arrowhead 135, Tuscobia 160, or similar race.
Finishing a 24 hour ski race with a minimum of 100 miles completed.

There are lots of articles, stories, and photo albums from racers, reporters, and volunteers. Go read them all.
Last Updated on Sunday, 13 February 2022 19:58
 

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