Granite Chief Ski & Mountain Shop

When:  June 21st, Wednesday, @ 5:30pm

Where:  Martis Creek Trailhead & Granite Chief Ski & Mountain Shop

What:  5k Martis Creek Loop Trail Run (5:30pm)  &  Ultra Endurance Runner Zach Bitter Talk, Tacos, Beer, Wine, and Raffle Prizes at Granite Chief Ski & Mountain Shop (7:00pm-8:15pm)

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Ultra endurance running - "what are you nuts", or are your thoughts more along the lines of, "that's incredible"?  Is your path through life filled with "why", "heck ya", or "curious" in-between stepping stones?  Well, here is your opportunity for enlightenment - come gain greater insight to ultra endurance running from the current 100 mile American record holder, as well as the 12 hour international record holder, Zach Bitter. Granite Chief Ski and Mtn Shop, and Altra Running Shoes is proud to host an afternoon run and evening presentation with this incredible athlete.  Date: Wednesday, June 21st, from 5:30pm to 8:15pm. The event's raffle will also benefit the Truckee Trails Foundation.  For 13 years TTF has been working  to enhance our community through trails.

Join Us for a Run and Altra Shoe Demo.

Round out your day with a non-competitive run on the Martis Creek Loop Trail, just off highway 267.  Zach Bitter, along with fellow Altra runner Ben Bentley, will lead the 3.75 mile loop run.  This well enjoyed trail will allow you to stretch your legs, and take in inspiring views (without having to gain a mountain of elevation!). Granite Chief Ski and Mtn Shop and Altra Running Shoes, is also offering you the opportunity to try  Altra's Zero Drop trail shoes.  The run will start at 5:30pm. You have a couple of transportation options:

  1. Carpool from Granite Chief Ski and Mtn Shop (11368 Donner Pass Rd., across from the DMV Center, in Truckee). We'll leave the store at 5:00, allowing you time to choose a demo shoe, and/or prep for the run at the trailhead. Please arrive at the store no later than 4:45pm, should you wish to hop in the Granite Chief van, or ride share.
  2. Drive (ride, or heck, run) directly to the Martis Creek Trailhead, on highway 267.  The parking area is located on the south side of the highway, between the airport and Northstar. Again, please allow yourself adequate time for selecting an Altra running shoe, and/or preparations you may need, prior to the 5:30pm run start.

Ultra Endurance Running Presentation and Social with Zach Bitter

After the run (or, simply without the run, we won't tell), join Granite Chief Ski and Mtn Shop for food, beverages, story telling, and insight into ultra endurance running. Zach will share his experiences and coaching knowledge - from intro to ultra marathon running , the ultra community, tips and tricks in preparing, nutrition strategy, as well as illustrative stories.  The setting will be very open, so feel free to chime in with questions.   A raffle will also be part of the evening, with the proceeds benefiting the Truckee Trails Foundation. Supporters of the raffle include: Altra, Osprey, Ultimate Directions, Black Diamond, Outdoor Research,  Petzl, Smart Wool, Wigwam, Kiss My Face, and more.

So, join Granite Chief Ski and Mtn Shop, and Altra standout ultra endurance runner Zach Bitter, for a fun and informative summer evening.  Come for the run, just the presentation, or double down on both.  You never know, you just may leave with a few endorphins, greater insight, a raffle prize, and a dose of karma.

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