May 18 - Boneyard Boogie 14K & 6K
Presented By Capitol Public House and Town of Eagle
Eagle Pool will be undergoing construction, beginning in early May 2024. This may result in course adjustments to the start & finish area(s).
Date, Location & Time
May 18, 2024 | Town of Eagle, CO | 14K: 9 a.m. | 6K: 9:15 a.m.*
*Date, location and time are subject to change
Register!
Online Registration | Registration Form
Join Us for the First Trail Running Race of the Season!
The Dynafit Boneyard Boogie kicks off the 2024 Vail Trail Running Series with a 16K scamper through pinyon groves and juniper shrubs on some of Eagle's most scenic single track trails, with an elevation gain of 1,279 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 7,718 feet. Both races will start and end at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink, with the 14K starting at 9:00 a.m. and the 6K starting at 9:15 a.m.
Time: | Activity: | Location: | Address: |
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Friday - May 17, 2024 4:00-6:00p.m. | Pre-Race Registration & Bib Pickup | Peak Performance Footwear | 97 Main St E103, Edwards, CO 81632 |
Saturday - May 18, 2024 7:30-8:50a.m. | Day-of Registration & Bib Pickup | Eagle Pool & Ice Rink | 1700 Bull Pasture Rd, Eagle, CO 81631 |
Saturday - May 18, 2024 9:00a.m. | 14K Race Starts | Eagle Pool & Ice Rink | 1700 Bull Pasture Rd, Eagle, CO 81631 |
Saturday - May 18, 2024 9:15a.m. | 6K Race Starts | Eagle Pool & Ice Rink | 1700 Bull Pasture Rd, Eagle, CO 81631 |
Saturday - May 18, 2024 11:00-12:30p.m. | Afterparty, Awards & Raffles | Capitol Public House | 1099 Capitol St, Eagle, CO 81631 |
6K Course Map* | 14K Course Map
Pre-run the course before the signs with Ride W/ GPS! Use the digital map to follow the route and stay on course!
Course Stats | 14K | 6K |
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True Distance | 14.4K | 9 Miles | 6K | 3.7 Miles |
Elevation Gain | 1,279' | 375' |
High Point | 7,718' | 6,965' |
Low Point | 6,674' | 6,710' |
Aid Station #1 | Mile 2 - Boneyard Singletrack Trailhead | Mile 1.5 - Haymaker Loop Trail Turnaround |
Aid Station #2 | Mile 5.25 - Pool & Ice Rink Trail Entrance | |
Running Surfaces | 87% Single Track, 11% Paved Roads, 2% Dirt/Gravel Roads | 96% Single Track, 3% Paved Roads, 1% Dirt/Gravel Roads |
Max Grade | 11.9% | 10.4% |
14K:
- The race begins at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink Parking Lot
- Runners will head West onto the Rec Path
- Turn right onto Ringneck
- Turn right onto Hernage Ditch Path and continue past the Eagle Cemetary
- Turn right just after the Eagle Cemetary onto Charlie Brown Trail
- Runners uses caution as you cross Polar Star Drive into the Bluffs neighborhood on Mill Road
- Turn right onto Bluffs Drive
- Turn right to the Bluffs Trailhead and begin running up the gravel road called Bellyache Road
- Arrival at Aid Station #1
- Turn left onto Boneyard Trail shortly after the aid station
- Stay on Boneyard Trail for 3 miles
- Turn left onto Bellyache Road
- Turn right and arrive at Aid Station #2
- Continue straight past the aid station onto Pool & Ice Rink Trail
- Remain on Pool & Ice Rink Trail for 2 miles. Please be careful of the big bike burms
- Turn right at the 6K/14K Trail Merge and continue on Pool & Ice Rink Trail
- Remain on Pool & Ice Rink Trail for 1 mile
- Run around the Pool & Ice Rink Building and turn left back into the finish at the parking lot
6K:
- The race begins at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink Parking Lot
- Runners will head East onto the gravel road
- Run straight onto the Haymaker Trail
- Turn right after 100' and continue onto Haymaker Trail
- Stay on Haymaker Trail for 0.5 miles
- Turn left and then right to continue on Haymaker
- Continue on Haymaker for 0.75 miles to the aid station
- Turn left at the aid station
- Continue on Haymaker for 0.75 miles
- Turn right at the next trail split and head towards the 6K/14K Trail Merge
- Turn left at the 6K/14K Trail Merge and continue on Pool & Ice Rink Trail
- Remain on Pool & Ice Rink Trail for 1 mile
- Run around the Pool & Ice Rink Building and turn left back into the finish at the parking lot
6K: There will be one (1) aid station available at mile 1.5.
14K: There will be two (2) aid stations available at mile 2 and mile 5.2.
Water will be available at all aid stations to quench your thirst or cool you off!
Thanks to Skratch Labs, there will be Skratch Hydration Sport Drink and Skratch Energy Chews at Aid Stations to give you the electrolytes and energy it needs to finish strong.
The Dynafit Trail Running Series is a papercup-less race series. Please keep this in mind when preparing for the race. We highly encourage you to bring your own hydration device or reusable cups.
Thanks to Northside Kitchen, there will be donuts and fresh fruit at race finish for you to refuel!
Friday, May 17: Racers can pick up their race numbers or register ahead of time from 4 to 6 p.m. at Peak Performance Footwear in Edwards, Colorado. (97 Main St E103, Edwards, CO 81632)
Saturday, May 18: Race day bib pickup and registration will be available next to the race start/finish area at the Eagle Pool & Ice Rink.
- Racers are asked to park at the dirt lot adjacent to the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink. Carpooling is recommended.
- There is no racer parking allowed in the Eagle Pool & Ice Rink Parking Lot.
Individual Rates, 14K : $40 preregistration, $48 week-of registration, $55 day-of registration
Individual Rates, 6K: $32 preregistration, $40 week-of registration, $45 day-of registration
Student Rates (ages 13-17): $25 preregistration, $30 week-of registration, $37 day-of registration
Racer parking will be available in the dirt lot adjacent to the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink. Carpooling is recommended.
Awards will be presented at Capitol Public House. Come and enjoy a free Mountain Time Lager (if you're over 21 years old) and burgers (veggie burgers will be available) while we celebrate the start to our season!
- 14K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
- 6K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: Juniors 19 and under, Open 20-39, 40-59 and 60 and over
Raffle: All racers will be entered into a raffle for great prizes from our sponsors! Racers must be present to win.
T-Shirts: At race finish, make sure to pick up your custom race t-shirt (cotton or tech material)! There is a large selection of sizes for you to chose from once you finish! We alternate t-shirt material each race for the Dynafit Trail Running Series.
Food: Enjoy some delicious donuts & fresh fruit from Northside Kitchen after the race. Come to the afterparty at Capitol Public House and enjoy some free Mountain Time Lager and burgers!
Check out Previous Race Results & Photos on the Race Results Webpage.
A huge thanks to all of our amazing sponsors for the 2024 Dynafit Vail Trail Running Series!
The VRD's Vail Trail Running Series is yours thanks to our title sponsor Dynafit and our presenting series sponsor, Bloch and Chapleau. Individual race sponsors include Town of Eagle, Town of Minturn, Elevated Dental, East West Hospitality and Mountain Haus. Partners also include Capitol Public House, FirstBank, Steadman Clinic, Central Rockies Mortgage, Jaunt Media Collective, Yeti, Mountain Time Lager, Skratch Labs, Northside, Lululemon, Optic Nerve, Outdoor Tech, Vail Honeywagon, Vail Resorts, Arrowhead, Best Day Brewing, Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea Co, West Vail Liquor Mart, Kahtoola, Black Diamond, Ciele Athletics and Alpine Wine & Spirits.