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Utah event pits runners vs. trains and 'willpower versus horsepower'

The Dam Train Race, Utah’s premier 12K trail race, is coming back Aug. 19 for the 12K trail race of "willpower versus horsepower." Participants get a chance to ride the historic Heber Valley Railroad to the start line at Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir before challenging the mighty Heber Creeper in a race back to the platform. (Courtesy photo)

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.