LA SPORTIVA VAIL HILLCLIMB
SUNDAY, JULY 10 | 7 A.M. | VAIL, COLORADO

RACE DETAILS
The Vail HillClimb will begin at 7 a.m. in Vail Village - next to Vail's Mountain Haus - and finish at Mid-Vail after ascending over 2,200 vertical feet. Race participants will follow the historic gravel double-track route that has made the HillClimb a favorite among trail running enthuasists. The race course will head east from Eagle's Nest and end at the newly relocated finish line at Mid-Vail. 

Gondola One in Vail Village, which accesses Mid-Vail, is open for spectators to ride to the top for FREE from 7 to 7:30 a.m. All friends and family who are going to spectate will need to pick up a free voucher for gondola access (good for that morning only) at bib pick up the day before the race or on race morning at registration. Failure to load the gondola by 7:30 a.m. will forfeit access to Mid-Vail without purchasing a daily scenic ride ticket for $34. Dogs or other pets are not permitted to load the gondola. Post-race, the gondola will be free for racers and spectators to download to Vail Village.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Garmin Course Map | Detailed Course Map (Aid Stations & Mile Markers)

REGISTRATION/BIB PICKUP
VRD Online Registration | Active.com | Registration Form
Costs: $38 week-of registration, $45 day-of registration, $215 series registration.  

Saturday Registration and Bib Pickup:
Register or pick up preregistration information/bibs from 3-6 p.m. at the SmartWool store in Lionshead Village.

Day-of Registration & Preregistered Bib Pickup:
5:30-7 a.m. at Vail's Mountain Haus by the covered bridge.

PARKING
Free parking is available near the race start in the Vail Village parking structure or across the village in the Lionshead parking structure.
PRIZES & SWAG

PRIZES & AWARDS
Awards will be presented to the top three men and top three women in each age category.

TECH T-SHIRTS & SWAG BAGS
All running participants will receive a Greenlayer Tech-T, featuring unique designs at every race. Don't forget to pick up your swag bag including refuel goodies and great deals.

RACERS' REFUEL
Northside Kitchen

Participants can grab complimentary treats and breakfast goodies from Northside Coffee and Kitchen as well as some Noosa yogurt at Vail's Mountain Haus.



SERIES SWAG

The La Sportiva Vail Recreation District Trail Running Series is proudly sponsored by Garmin. At the end of the season (Evergold Trail Race), the VRD will be raffling off a Fenix 3 HR Garmin watch! Participants will be entered for each race they run and must be present during the draw to win!
SPONSOR SHOUTOUT

Joining 2016 series title sponsor La Sportiva and presenting sponsor Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield are individual race sponsors TIGA Advertising, The Dusty Boot, Vail Valley Charitable Fund, Haute Route Gear & Apparel, Howard Head Sports Medicine, Summit Ford and Vail's Mountain Haus. Partners also include SmartWool, Garmin, Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek Resort Company, The Steadman Clinic, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Central Rockies Mortgage, Northside Coffee and Kitchen, Noosa Yogurt, Vail Mountain Coffee and Tea, AmericInn, Gatorade, Honey Stinger, KZYR 97.7, Optic Nerve, First Bank, Mountainsmith and Camelbak.

Runners Need Coverage Too
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is dedicated to bringing more affordable health care to you. Our new Mountain Enhanced plans offer local solutions through partnerships with select area doctors and hospitals, so you can enjoy quality, low-cost care in the same place you work and play. Contact your broker for more information.
 
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VVMC QUICK TIPS 
   
Electrolyte Drinks
By Madeleine Quinn, RDN and Katie Mazzia MS, RDN, CDE
Vail Valley Medical Center Dietitians
 
There are a lot of nutrition products on the market that are advertised to athletes, especially when it comes to hydration! When you work out for an extended period of time or it's hot and humid, the body loses water and electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and bicarbonates through sweat. It's important to replenish electrolytes because they maintain fluid balance, prevent cramping, relax muscles and regulate muscle contraction and heart rhythm.

So which electrolyte drink is right for you?
  • Sports drinks, such as Gatorade® have been a popular choice over the years to replenish what's lost during exercise. Most sports drinks contain carbohydrates + electrolytes (sodium and potassium) and are best for sports activities lasting more than an hour. This is because your body needs the carbohydrates to help fuel your muscles. Other choices include Skratch® and Tailwind® with no food coloring and in powder form so you can regulate the calories and amount you need.
  • Electrolyte tabs, such as a brand called Nuun® contain just electrolytes; sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and sodium bicarbonate. These tabs have different flavors, no sugars, and basically no carbohydrates. They are best used for activities lasting less than an hour if you want extra electrolytes during your sport or if your sweat has a lot of salt in it.
MEET YOUR MEDICAL SUPPORT CREW
The Steadman Clinic/Steadman Philippon Research Institute provides sports medicine coverage for the VRD mountain bike and trail running series. Athletic trainers are at each race and provide injury prevention, first aid, injury evaluation and referrals in case you get hurt. They are located at the start/finish line in The Steadman Clinic tent. Please feel free to use these services. Your athletic trainers for this week's race are:

Allyson Riley

Allyson is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While at the University of North Carolina, Allyson had the opportunity to work for collegiate teams such as football, men's lacrosse, women's soccer, and men's tennis in addition to two local high schools. Allyson worked as a graduate assistant athletic trainer at Armstrong State University in Savannah, Georgia, receiving a Master of Science degree in Sports Medicine. She also completed research on self-myofascial release combined with segmental vibration therapy. Allyson is excited to explore the Rocky Mountains and work towards becoming a physician extender at the Steadman Clinic.
 


Olivia Fernandes
Born in Texas, Olivia did not stay in this state long as her parents were both serving in the United States Air Force at the time. She grew up throughout the United States and finally settled in northern Pennsylvania, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Seeking further education and a change in climate, Olivia accepted a graduate assistantship position at the University of Florida where she has been working with the Department of Recreational Sports for the past two years. During this time she had the opportunity to work as an Athletic Trainer for various unique sport club teams while earning her Master of Science Degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology with a concentration in Athletic Training. While at the University of Florida, Olivia was given many differing work opportunities, including a chance to travel with a Florida youth softball team to Peru for an international tournament. This occasion was particularly enjoyable for Olivia because she loves to travel. In addition to traveling, she enjoys cooking (more so eating), being outdoors, exercising, drawing, and relaxing with friends and family. Olivia feels extremely blessed for the opportunity to work with and learn from outstanding medical professionals at the Steadman Clinic while enjoying the outdoor adventures Colorado has to offer.
 
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