Texas Switchback Trail Race
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warm finish ahead
Runners will face a temperature rise from 49°F at the start to 74°F by the finish. Wind will be light at 8 mph with a mix of crosswinds throughout the course. With humidity at 59%, hydration will be key, especially in the later laps as temperatures climb. Runners should consider starting conservatively to adapt to the warming conditions.
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Race Info
The Texas Switchback Trail Race is held each May at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch near Johnson City, about 45 minutes west of Austin. The race offers marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K distances on single-track trail and serves as the third and final event in Trail Roots' Rogue Trail Series. The course has been voted best trail race in Austin by Austin Fit Magazine, and runners finish with a swim in Flat Creek. Source
