Distance runners who think they are fairly fast might want to see if they are up for a challenge Aug. 19 in a race billed as “willpower versus horsepower.”
Can they keep up with a train?
They can find out during the Dam Train Race, a 12-kilometer trail race.
The event includes a ride along Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir on the historic Heber Valley Railroad to the start line. The runners challenge the Heber Creeper in a race back to the platform.
For information, visit www.damtrainrace.com.
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