Race Description
Sabino Canyon is undeniably perfect and the quintessential Tucson running location. The SAR Sabino Canyon Sunset Run has one goal: to create a race worthy of the Canyon. The race, designed to capitalize on the majestic nature of Sabino provides a unique opportunity to experience the challenges of a great race in a paradoxically tranquil environment. This unique 7.4 mile event winds its way into (and out of) Sabino Canyon.
This is the second year that the race has been part of the SAR Running Shop Grand Prix so sign up fast: capacity is limited and the race fills quickly! We look forward to seeing you on April 4th, 2009.
Date and Time
The evening of April 4th, 2009
6:00 PM
Sunset is at 6:46 PM. Aid stations and finish line will be picked up 105 minutes after the start. If you plan to be out there longer be aware you'll be on your own. Carry a flashlight!
Race Distances and Course
7.4 miles
The out and back 7.4 mile paved course along Sabino Creek crosses nine bridges and provides the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Catalina Mountains as the sun sets against them. The course is uphill on the way into the canyon and downhill on the way back, with aid stations at approximately miles 1.6, 3.7 (turn-around point), and 5.8.
Please, no bicycles, strollers, skateboards, roller-blades, or pets allowed on the course.
Location
Sabino Canyon, at 5900 North Sabino Canyon Road, just north of Sunrise Drive -
(map).
Parking is available in the main parking area ($5 fee collected by Parks Service upon entering the lot, unless you have an annual pass).
Parking is also available at Canyon View Elementary School (5725 N. Sabino Canyon Road) and Esperero Middle School (5801 N. Sabino Canyon Road).
Please note that parking is not allowed on Sabino Canyon Road north of Sunrise Drive.
Awards
Awards ceremony will follow the race at 7:45pm.
Awards to the top 3 overall and masters male and female finishers and the top 3 overall male and female finishers in five year age groups.
Registration
$20 - SAR Member by 3/15/09
$25 - Non-member by 3/15/09
$30 - After 3/15/09 (if race is not full)
$35 - Race Day (if race is not full)
WARNING! Race fills to capacity early, so get your registration in soon!
No refunds and no transfers, sorry!
Print a registration form, fill it out, mail it with payment. Registration by mail must be postmarked by March 25, 2009.
Secure online registration at active.com is available.
Packet Pickup
Saturday, April 4th 2009 (Race Day): Performance Footwear (5250 E Broadway #170) from 10am to 2pm.
Race Site (Sabino Canyon) from 4-5:30pm
Throughout the day, there will be lots happening at Performance Footwear:
- Complimentary chair massage from Massage Envy
- Raffle prizes awarded every 20 minutes throughout the day:
Arbonne Certificates
Store Merchandise valued at $15 - 50 (Accessories & Clothing)
Gift Certificates
In-store discounts for race participants (on selected items)
- Product samples
- SAR Discounts:
50% off registration for new SAR members
$1.00 off Spring Cross entry Be sure to come in and visit the all new Performance Footwear as they celebrate new owners and a (re) Grand Opening!
Friends of Sabino Canyon
A portion of the proceeds from this race will be donated to the Friends of Sabino Canyon's 'Save Our Sabino' campaign to help preserve and restore Sabino Canyon. Please visit their webpage for more information about the organization and their events, including 'Music in the Canyon' taking place on Sunday March 28, 2009.
Weather
Start-time temperatures are usually near 80 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out
Tucson's current conditions and forecast so you'll be race-ready!
Results
Results for previous runnings of the Sabino Canyon Sunset Run are available for:
2008 |
2007 |
2006 |
2005 |
2004 CANCELED |
2003 |
2002 |
2001 |
2000 |
1999 |
1998 |
1997
2009 race results will be posted the day of the race.
Contacts
Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 or e-mail the
for more information.
