CREW INFO ACCOMMODATIONS

FRIDAY EARLY BIB PICK-UP:
Join us between 3-6pm pst at the start of the Tiger Talon Ascent (High Point Way Parking Lot) to pick up your bib and Tiger Claw goodies early. This is a great way to avoid race morning congestion and stress and have all the things you need ready to go in the morning. We will have a couple of tents and tables set up near the start line of the Ascent where you can pick up your goodies. Join us!

If you don’t pick up your bibs on Friday, runners can pick up their bibs the morning of the race at the start line. 50 Mile runners can pick-up anytime between 4:15am and 5am pst. 50k runners can pick-up anytime between 5:30am-6:45am pst. You are welcome to pick up your bib and return to your car to await the start. All runners must be in the starting corral and drop bags placed no later than 4:45am pst for 50 milers & 6:45am pst for 50k pre-race announcements.

There is no pacing allowed or crewing along the course and we ask runners to limit any spectators from congregating at the Lower Aid Station located at the High Point Way Trailhead. You can find this trailhead on Google maps HERE. Please park along SE 79th Street before the gate at the bottom of the parking lot. You can walk up the road or trail .4 miles to the Aid Station located just West of the parking lot on the Puget Power Road.

Runners can be crewed at the Lower Aid Station by 1 crew member only. Runners cannot receive aid more than 100 meters outside of the Aid Station. No crew can access the Upper Aid Station. Failure to follow these rules can risk disqualifying their runner.

T-SHIRTS / HAT ORDERS:

As in years previous, we are partnering with the amazing running brand, rabbit! We’ve worked with them for years and they continue to make some of the most comfortable apparel ready for whatever you can throw at it. You will be asked during registration if you would like to add either an EZ tee or adjustable cap. If you order some of our awesome, custom Tiger Claw + rabbit gear this year, you will be able to pick it up along with your bibs when you check in on Friday or Saturday morning. If you do not pick up your items at either of these locations/times, we will be unable to ship you your orders. Do not forget to pick up your orders! We may have some extra shirts/hats that will be available on our online merch store in the weeks following the event.

Issaquah, Washington - home to the legendary Issy Alps - is a bustling city about 25 minutes east of Seattle along the I-90 corridor. What was once a small logging town is now vibrant with restaurants, breweries, coffee shops and plenty of big city amenities. There are many hotels and sleep accommodations available, here are some of our recommendations.

GETTING HERE

If you are coming from out of state, our recommendation is to fly into SeaTac airport and rent a car. It’s pretty easy to navigate from the airport to Issaquah via Interstate 5 and Interstate 90. The drive could take anywhere from 40-90 minutes depending on time of day and traffic, so plan ahead.

HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS

SpringHill Suites - Issaquah

2025 Special Rate Coming Soon!

In a colorful building on a tree-lined street, this modern all-suite hotel is 2 miles from Lake Sammamish State Park and 5 miles from Cougar Mountain. You’ll be close to everything from REI to Chipotle. There’s also a Top Pot Donut shop across the street and all guests of the hotel get an additional 10% off!

With your reservation, you’ll also receive: Complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily; Complimentary high speed wireless Internet access in all suites and lobbies; Complimentary On-site Parking ($12/vehicle per day value); Fitness Center and Indoor Pool access; Daily Housekeeping; Access to The Market, a 24-hour self-serve pantry

hilton garden inn - Issaquah

With affordable rates, this Hilton puts you close to bigger stores like REI & Target and other restaurants. Very close to I-90 for transportation needs.

POST RACE PARTY

JOIN US AT FORMULA BREWING STARTING AT 5PM PST ON MAY 10th, 2025!
You just ran 50k or 50 miles of the toughest miles in the region, now it’s time to celebrate! Join us for some delicious beer and grub at one of Issaquah’s favorite breweries, Formula Brewing! Seating will be first-come, first-serve, but we anticipate a good flow of runners throughout the evening as many will finish into the afternoon hours. Cheers!