Pacers

Race weekend schedule

pacing options

Pacers can start at Hyak (54m)

Typical pacer options are as follows:

  • Run the whole second half from Hyak (mile 54, 46 miles to finish)

  • Run from Hyak to Kachess Lake (mile 54-69, ~15 miles)

  • Run from Kachess Lake to the Finish (mile 69, 31 miles to finish)

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check in + waiver

Pacers will sign a waiver and pick up their pacer bib at the start line, or one of the following aid stations:

  • Hyak

  • Lake Kachess

  • Mineral Creek (discouraged as you must walk down from the road junction, ~2.5 miles)

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pacer rules

Please keep the following in mind:

  • Pacers must be on foot (no mountain bikes) except from Silver Creek to the finish line.  One pacer per runner except from Silver Creek to the finish line.

  • Runners with pacers should still carry their own gear (no Leadville muling).  

  • Pacers are welcome to graze at aid stations but we expect you to come prepared with the essentials anyone would bring on a long trail run.  Please leave the gels for the runners and bring your own supply if you need them.

  • Runners over the age of 60 can have a pacer beginning at Stampede Pass.

  • Pacers are allowed from Olallie Meadows for runners leaving Olallie after 11:00P however we strongly suggest using pacers starting at Hyak vs. Olallie since the logistics are easier.  

  • There is no overnight parking at Olallie Meadows, so please hitch a ride up the hill from Hyak.

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Find a pacer

The best place to check is the Cascade Crest 100 Facebook group.

Find a runner

Again, you’ll want to check out the Cascade Crest 100 Facebook group.

solo runners

You can absolutely have success without a pacer. Runners not utilizing pacers can rely on drop bags, aid stations and fellow runners for support.

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Crew information

tips + tricks

  • Know the course distances, split times and elevation profile of the section you will cover. 

  • Keep track of your runner's general pace (i.e. carry a watch) and location (use the race day live tracking, see the website for this year’s URL). 

  • Take care of yourself and don’t forget to eat and drink. 

  • Don't treat the aid stations like a convention buffet but be sure to keep yourself fueled. 

  • Pick up any trash you find along the way. 

  • Come prepared with some good stories and terrible jokes but be ready to run in silence for hours if your runner is being a bit spicy. 

  • Always be aware of course markings. 

60+ Runners

Runners over the age of 60 can have a pacer beginning at Stampede Pass.