It’s that time of year again! Time for
the most idiotic run in Fort Worth….also known as El Scorcho! Actually it is a
blast! And what else do you have to do at midnight on July 13?
Straight plagiarism from their website:
What is El Scorcho?
Now in its eighth year, El Scorcho continues its
ridiculously foolish tradition of staging an endurance run at midnight in
North Texas in the middle of the summer. El Scorcho brings you the best
no-frills 50 km frolic in all of Fort Worth. There's
also a 25 km option for those of you who aren't quite ready to step up to the
plate. But you should. Because, really, what's the difference
between 50 km and 25 km except twice the distance? In the end, it's
up to you. Both runs take a certain fortitude. Or stupidity.
Your call.
When is El Scorcho?
The stupidest, hottest, most idiotic time of year:
July. Why July? Because we say so. Because heat and humidity
are your friend. Just because. The run starts at midnight and ends
at 6 a.m. If you want your race time to be official, you've got to finish
by then. Runners who haven't finished by 6 a.m. may keep
running, but we can't guarantee anything.
Where is El Scorcho?
Trinity Park, Fort Worth, Texas. 5 km over a mix of crushed
limestone, asphalt, the occasional concrete sidewalk, a couple of
foot-bridges, and a basketball court. Over and over and over again
until you hit your distance. About half the course is lit at night by
streetlamps, but they never all seem to work, despite our best efforts.
It can get awfully dark at some parts. And this year, there ain't no
moonlight to guide you. But hey--what do you expect? Suck it
up. It's a midnight run. Bring a headlamp, a flashlight, or
night goggles if you're worried.
Why run El Scorcho?
Why not? I mean, seriously, what else are you gonna do at
midnight in July? Sadly, if you haven’t already signed up…it’s sold out!
And has been for months! You will have to wait for next year!
Yes, runners are a crazy breed, but we are FUN!!!
See you there Saturday night…….
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