| Date |
Event |
Description |
2008
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| MAY 10 - SAT |
HAGERMAN - MIRACLE HOT SPRINGS ROAD RIDE |
Escape down south to warmer weather and great scenery. This recreational ride starts at Miracle Hot Springs and winds it's way through Idaho farm country for about 30 miles. You will cross the Snake River and get to enjoy a dip in the famous Miracle Hot Springs at the end of the day so bring your swim suit. This is a self supported ride but feel free to call the Elephants Perch for travel info and route descriptions.
The group will leave the Perch at 8am sharp and start the ride at approximately 10:30am. |
| MAY 14 - WED |
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ROAD RIDE MOVES TO 6:30PM |
The store is changing it's closing time to 6pm so the ride is moving ahead an hour. We are sticking to the same recreational format so come ride and have fun. |
| MAY 24 - SAT |
SUN VALLEY 1/2 MARATHON |
Reserve your spot in one of the most beautiful mountain settings in the world. Visit Sun Valley Ketchum and run in the 4th Annual US Half Marathon on Saturday, May 24th, 2008!
Website: www.sunvalleyhalf.com
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| JUN 7 - SAT |
ADAMS GULCH FUN RUN |
Annual Elephant’s Perch summer warm-up, non-competitive run. No entry fee, no prizes, no times, just 4.2 miles of fun. Details: 726-3497. |
| JUN 14 - SAT |
SAWTOOTH RELAY |
Six person teams (and several brave solo runners) tackle the scenic 62-mile road marathon from Stanley to Ketchum’s Atkinsons’ Park. A party/BBQ in Ketchum follows.
Details: www.sawtoothrelay.com or 852-1221.
Website: www.sawtoothrelay.com
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| JUN 21 - SAT |
REDFISH LAKE TRIATHALON |
Destined to become labeled as the most scenic mountain triathlon in the world, this Olympic & Sprint distance race is not to be missed! Park your car and enjoy a weekend of racing and relaxation in the beautiful Sawtooth Mountains. Redfish Lake is located less than an hour from Sun Valley and 10 minutes from Stanley, Idaho.
Website: www.racingforrecoveryhalf.com
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| JUL 12 - SAT |
MOUNT HARRISON (POMERELLE) ROAD RIDE / CITY OF ROCKS CLIMBING DAY & CAMPOUT |
This two day event will leave the Perch Saturday morning at 8am and convoy down south to the base of Pomerelle in Albion, Idaho. The ride is scheduled to start at approximately 10am. The route is a 12 mile climb with 4000 vertical feet of climbing to the top of Mount Harrison. After the summit ride down to Lake Cleveland for lunch. Bring your own food and fuel which will be shagged to the Lake for group lunch. After the descent load up and head over to Castle Rock Campground where the festivities begin... ie: hotsprings and a day of climbing to follow. Night time should be a hoot if last years show can be repeated.
Website: www.elephantsperch.com
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| JUL 19 - SAT |
BACKCOUNTRY RUN |
This annual single track mountain trail run has been going on for over 25 years. 10 and 16.5 mile scenic and challenging courses with huge climbs and descents.
Website: www.elephantsperch.com
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| AUG 16 - SAT |
SAWTOOTH CENTURY BIKE TOUR AND RACE |
The Sawtooth Century is a 38/50/100 mile fully supported bicycle tour featuring the world-class riding terrain, dramatic visual imagery and signature style of Sun Valley and the Sawtooth Mountains. Riders will set off from the start/finish area 6 miles north of Ketchum and crest Galena Summit en route to the turnaround at Redfish Lake. Numerous aid stations will provide high quality food/beverage and technical support. Come set a personal PR for 100 miles or make a long day of it savoring the food and views.
Website: www.sawtoothvelo.org
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| AUG 23 - SAT |
THE SHOP TO THE TOP RUN |
An annual 6-mile run and 5-mile walk from Ketchum to the top of Baldy sponsored by The Elephant's Perch.
Website: www.elephantsperch.com
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| SEP 13 - SAT |
4TH ANNUAL TRAIL CREEK TIME TRIAL BIKE RACE |
Test yourself on a 10.4 mile course rising 850 vertical feet up Trail Creek Summit. The course starts just east of Ketchum on Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road at the intersection of Coral Creek.
** Put your strength and endurance to the ultimate test by adding the extra 2 and change miles of dirt climbing to the top of Trail Creek Summit for the Epic TCTT!
Website: www.elephantsperch.com
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| SEP 14 - SUN |
THE BOULDER MOUNTAIN BICYCLE TOUR |
This great year end bicycle event starts in Ketchum and rolls up the highway to end at Galena Lodge. Join friends and family in this fun filled "tour". Great food, prizes and fun to be had at Galena Lodge after the ride.
Website: www.galenalodge.com
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