If you like casual, small, and cold runs, check out the 2018 Madras MadAss events on January 27, 2018. They are low-key, non-timed, self-supported runs where everyone is just out for the adventure. It’s a really great time and a great way to explore central Oregon!
This 2018 event is the 13th anniversary Mad Ass and you can choose to run the 25k or a 50k. The loop east into the grasslands will be changed to keep runners on dirt longer. The out-n-back through Willow Creek Canyon to Lake Simtustus is the same as previous years.
- Part 1 Course First 25K (~1,000 ft elevation)
- Part 2 Course Second 25k (~900 ft elevation gain)
You can run any portion of this course in any order you choose (and really, any distance), but the event asks that runners sign in with a plan so they can keep track of everyone.
Because it’s a FATSO-style event, there will be no aid stations or timing, so bring your own nutrition and also a pot-luck dish to share for the post-race feast!
There is no pre-registration, just a waiver to sign when you get there, and bring a donation (suggested: $20), which helps cover the cost of the event and any proceeds are donated to the Jack Watts Memorial Scholarship (under MADras Runners).
The race begins at 8:30 am (doors will open at 7:30 am and anyone who wants to start early is welcome to) from the Madras Physical Therapy Office | 785 SE McTaggart Rd Madras, OR 97741.
