Superkwik Half-Marathon Challenge
Course:
One of the most beautiful, scenic races in Northwest Pennsylvania! Located within the Allegheny National Forest, this half marathon race will begin at 9:00 am at Kinzua Beach and proceed east on Route 59 approximately 4 miles toward the Kinzua Dam. Runners will enjoy the scenic view as they run across the dam and then turn left down a steep decline toward Hemlock Avenue. The rolling hills of Hemlock Avenue will take runners approximately 6 miles into the city of Warren, along Pennsylvania Avenue, where they will continue to a left on Irvine Street and then a right on Lexington Avenue. A final left turn onto Carver Street and a right turn to the finish line behind War Memorial Field/YMCA.
Distance Running - The 13.1-mile course starts at the YMCA in Warren, Pennsylvania and leads you along the scenic Allegheny River.
Biking - This 10.6 mile ride consists of paved roads and mid-level technical mountain biking. Approximately 80% of the ride is trail. Plan to use mountain bikes/gravel bikes. Road bikes are NOT recommended. Look out for wild turkeys and whitetail deer.
Swimming - The next leg will give you a chance to cool off during the 2.2-mile swim. Swim fins and resting will be permitted. All teams must have a safety canoe or kayak accompanying them.
Orienteering - Time for a trek on foot through Cornplanter Country. Well-marked points will be located over a rugged 6+ mile course.
Speed Running - Running 4 miles from Kinzua Beach to the Kinzua Dam. Finishes at the tailwaters.
Canoeing - 8-mile paddle from the tailwaters to Point Park in Warren. Must supply own canoe
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