Aid Stations
 

While there are no aid stations for the Ascent, we will have a basic finish line feed station, with supplies from Tailwind Nutrition and Neversecond, at or around the top of Washeshu Peak. However, in big snow years, this is not possible and we are unable to get ANY support to the top of the peak or just downhill at our traditional Siberia aid station.

 

In years where snow conditions prohibit vehicle access to the top of the mountain, we will do our best to get supplies as high on the mountain as possible, including drop bags. However, if this isn't possible, skeletal support will be available at High Camp, a 1.66-mile descent from the finish line of the Ascent. 

 

We encourage you to utilize our drop bag option (see specifics below) and bring your own favorite recovery item as needed. Runners will then be treated to refreshments, snacks and cold adult beverages from our friends at Alibi and Best Day Brewing in the vendor village.​​

 

Drop Bag Information
 

The weather at 9,000-feet on the Sierra Crest can be markedly different from the start line on the valley floor., nearly 3,000-feet below. As such, we offer drop bag services at the top of the Siberia lift (NOT the top of Washeshu Peak) OR the highest point that we can drive to in big snow years. We recommend you stuff your drop bag with a warm hat, light puffy, gloves and any other items that will make you comfortable. We encourage you to bring warm clothes so you can stay on the summit and cheer finishers!

Drop bags MUST be left in the drop bag receptacle zone no later than 8am on Friday, June 20th. The location for Ascent drop bags is by the Palisades Tahoe preferred parking structure in front of Palisades Kid's and Red Wolf Lodge - just uphill from the temporary toilets by the Coffeebar start line. Please include your last name and bib number in large, discernible letters. If you register on the day of the event you cannot utilize this offer. 

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Ascent drop bags can be no larger than 1'x1'x1' or they will not be brought to the summit. We have to potentially  transport over 500 drop bags to the summit and invariably snow on the highest parts of the mountain can be a major complication in this regard. If you bring a bag larger than our mandated size, it will not be transported. ​

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We recommend our custom 11L drop bag if you are in need. Grab yours here!

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There is no crew support allowed at any time on the Ascent course. Please also remember that if you start with poles, you must keep them with you for the entirety of the race. Additionally, pacers are not allowed at any Broken Arrow Skyrace distance. If you are an elite, and have a team documenting your race day, please remember they have to possess media credentials. If they are caught filming without credentials their runner will be disqualified. 

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Drug Testing

 

 All athletes who participate in any Broken Arrow Skyrace distance are subject to drug testing performed by Clearidium (or comparable body) in accordance with the WADA/USADA Protocol for Olympic and Paralympic Movement Testing. U.S. Anti-Doping Agency.  

 

The Ascent and 23k, as part of the World Mountain Running Association World Cup, are held under the International Technical Rules of World Athletics.