Ed Anacker Bridger Ridge Run

Are you ready for this!  Have you prepared yourself to traverse possibly the most rugged, technical 20 mile trail race in existence?

Bridger Ridge Run origins and Ed Anacker History (after clicking on Anacker, click on Born to Run): Anacker

Pictures
     Stuart's 2008 from Baldy 2008
     Stuart's 2008 from Saddle Peak 2007
     From Bridger Aid Station 2007 Pics07

When:  7:00 AM, August 14, 2010
Where:  On the ridge of course, north of Bozeman, Montana

Watch a great movie of the race. RidgeMovie

Map: Map

2010 Race Info
Entry: Plumb full for 2010. Registration is only done through "racemontana.com".  For 2011 registration opens May 29th (a Sunday) at 8:00am MDT. That is the only way to enter the race.  This will fill in minutes, so please go to www.racemontana.com and practice entering the race beforehand. You can use the Red Lodge (Montana) race as practice since that race is free and you will not be charged for your practice.

Entry Cost:   $50.00.  This fee is completely non-transferable and non-refundable.   Please consider carefully if you are ready to do this race before entering May 30th.  Also, please assume (to help you deal with reality) that above all, the $50.00 is a charitable gift to a great local cause.  Your fee will be completely donated to a local not-for-profit organization if you cannot run on Aug 14th.  If you break your leg May 31st and want a refund, it will go to a great cause.  If your sister decides to get married Aug 14th, the entry fee will go to a great cause.   You get the picture.

Waiting List:  There is none.  We will enter 325 people online, and "natural attrition" will whittle it down to our desired number at the starting line

Free entries:  All former finishers who have either won the race outright (top male and female) or have completed 10 Ridge Runs, can have a free entry, and don't need to register online.  They must inform the race director of their intent to enter the race a month before the race (July 14th).  Please let David Summerfield know at 586-8192. Individuals earning a Free Entry: Free

Vibram FiveFingers Challenge:   Anyone able to complete this year's Bridger Ridge Run while wearing any model of Vibram FiveFingers will receive a guaranteed spot in next year's race - (though you will still have to pay). This is a challenging and technical trail run that should test the most rugged feet. So far, no one has been able to do this. Tired of trying to get in the race in the first 4 minutes? Start training!

Race Instructions:  can be viewed by clicking on BRR Instructions or download PDF below.  Please read these instructions, especially the requirement for all 1st time runners to attend the mandatory Orientation Meeting on Friday Aug 13th - you can choose from 3 different meetings - at 4pm, 5pm, or 6pm at the Mountain Hot Tub business, 2744 West Main Street.
Instructions: Viewable --  BRR Instructions or download PDF: PDF Instr

2010 List of entries: PDF list

Interesting statistics BRR Stats

Bridger Ridge Results 1985 thru 2008,  printable PDF:  PDF Results
Bridger Ridge Results 2009,  Results

Read some good experiences from past runners.  Dumas Caviar Column    Exposure    Sound Advice, good pics;    Bayous to Bozeman;    Ltr from survivor  

Lodging possibilities:   Lodging

This race requires many volunteers. If you or your significant other wishes to help out (and receive a cool t-shirt plus be eligible for great door prizes) please contact Kay Newman by phone, 406-586-5543 or email: email Kay

78-year-old Bob Hayes heading down off 9,200' Sacajewa Peak        Kyle Klicker, 2nd place 2008                         Three time winner Liz McGoff