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October 12, 2024
Canandaigua, NY, 14424, US
CanLake Ultras
Where: Finger Lakes Community College 3325 Marvin Sands Dr, Canandaigua, NY US 1442
Start Times for regular races
Finish closes at 7:30 PM for all courses.
Register before September 12, 2024, to guarantee the race t-shirt.
NEW in 2023. No single-use cups at the Aid Stations
CanLake Ultras 50 Miler
Run one big road loop around the most beautiful Finger Lake in Western New York. The course is mostly flat to rolling roads with several major climbs, including the locally famous Bopple Hill.
MapMyRun link to 50M Race Course
CanLake Ultras 50Km
Run point-to-point over the final 31 miles of the 50-mile route. With significantly less climbing and descending than the first 19 miles of the 50-mile route, the 50K is more friendly for first-time ultra runners and a logical step up from the marathon.
MapMyRun link to 50Km Race Course
MiniCan 25Km
Run point-to-point over the final 14.5 miles of the 50 Mile/50 Km route after running short out-and-back starting on and using South Lake road. The time limit is 6 1/2 hours. The minimum average speed to complete the 25Km race is 2.07 miles per hour or 25 minutes per mile. Please note that the 25Km race does not allow pacers.
WARNING: MiniCan 25Km event may be canceled if there are fewer than 12 participants registered within less than a month before the race.
MapMyRun link to MiniCan 25Km Race Course
Personal Handler
Having a personal handler at CanLake Ultras is a privilege and perk that we are happy to provide. However, with this privilege comes the responsibility of learning and following the safety rules of the race. Make sure that your personal handlers follow the safety rules, or your result will be disqualified. The waiver you will electronically sign includes the following text.
PERSONAL HANDLER WAIVER. (For runners that plan to use personal handler at the CanLake Ultras) I accept full responsibility for the personal handler(s) actions that personal handler(s) will familiarize themselves with and follow all safety rules outlined in the Race Handbook. Failure to follow safety rules by the personal handler(s) -intentional or unintentional - will result in the runner's DISQUALIFICATION.
Join the CanLake50 Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CanLake50/, where you can pose questions to other race participants.
Race Presented by The Greater Rochester Track Club (GRTC). Become a GRTC member and receive a $20 discount when signing up for 50M and 50Km races, $5 when you sign up for 25Km.
The CanLake Ultras, held annually on October 12, 2024, in Canandaigua, NY, offers a variety of challenging trail running distances for participants of all levels. This event, which has a developing history, primarily features the "MiniCan" 25km and a 50km race, with the "CanLake Ultras 50 miles" potentially also being a key offering, though the title can be a bit ambiguous. Runners can anticipate a well-supported race within the scenic landscapes surrounding Canandaigua Lake. Participants should prepare for varied terrain, typically characterized by rolling hills, wooded trails, and potentially some sections with exposed roots and rocks. The time of year suggests that autumn conditions might prevail, offering cool temperatures but also the possibility of damp or muddy trails depending on the weather leading up to the event. The race is known for its supportive atmosphere and the beautiful autumnal scenery that provides a rewarding backdrop for the endurance challenge.
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