Confirmed Bluff 50k Entries
June 23, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
Confirmed entries for the 2009 Bimbler’s Bluff 50k individual and relay events as of June 23, 2009. Please note that registration closes on October 2nd, 2009 and is limited to 120 runners because the route passes through an environmentally sensitive area. Read more
Bites of the Bluff
June 19, 2009 by Mr Bimble · 3 Comments
I am planning to do 3 bites of the Bluff course in the months building up to the race. Read more
Bluff 50k and Relay Registration 2009
April 23, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
Registration for the 2009 Bimbler’s Bluff 50k, which will take place on October 25th, is now open.
The Bimbler’s Bluff 50k is an off road foot race through several woodland preserves in southern Connecticut. Consisting entirely of single track or forest roads, the course will provide a true test of the runner’s fitness and mental stamina. You should only consider entering this race if you are confident you have sufficient running experience such as having previously completed a recent road or trail half marathon.
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Bimblers Bluff 50k Info
April 20, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
The 2009 Bimblers Bluff 50k will be held on October 25th, 2009.
The Bimblers Bluff 50k is an off road foot race through several woodland preserves in southern Connecticut. Consisting entirely of single track or forest roads, the course will provide a true test of the runner’s fitness and mental stamina. You should only consider entering this race if you are confident you have sufficient running experience such as having completed a recent road or trail marathon. If you have any questions or concerns about your ability to complete this race but would still like to enter, please contact the race director.
The course inter-connects seven woodland properties and offers access to the Genesse Preserve where entry is normally restricted to Regional Water Authority permit holders. Aid station locations are limited to places with easy road access and the distance between stops varies. Runners are strongly advised to carry a drink bottle and their preferred choice of snack. The aid stations will be stocked with a variety of snacks typical of an event of this kind. Water and the electrolyte drink Heed by Hammer will be available at all stations

All entrants will receive a goodie bag containing their race number, cotton shirt and information about the course. Finishers within the 10 hours time limit will receive a unique finisher award to acknowledge their achievement. There will be additional awards for the overall male and female finishers. The race is sanctioned by the USA Track and Field Association.
The Bimbler’s Bluff has been established to promote access to the woodland trails in southern Connecticut and in doing so the organizers wish to acknowledge the support of:
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Featured gallery picture by Chris Renda Photography
Bimblers Bluff 50k Course Maps
April 20, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
The Bimblers Bluff 50k is an off road foot race through several woodland preserves in southern Connecticut. Consisting entirely of single track or forest roads, the course will provide a true test of the runner’s fitness and mental stamina. You should only consider entering this race if you are confident you have sufficient running experience such as having completed a recent road or trail marathon. Read more
Bimbler’s Bash 2009 Proceeds
April 16, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
Proceeds from the 2009 Bimbler’s Bash which I have donated to the Guilford Land Conservation Trust, were $1,315.66.
Thank you everyone who supported the event.
Bash Pictures Updated
April 7, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
Pictures from the Bimbler’s Bash 2009 have been updated with a collection of images taken by Shaggy. With perhaps a few exceptions, he managed to snap everyone as they crossed the finish line. Read more
Bimbler’s Bash 2009 Race Director’s Report
April 5, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
It is late on Sunday evening and I must confess I am feeling quite tired, but also content. Today was memorable for so many reasons, all of which were centered around a few hours known to many as ‘the Bash’. This was the third year and the event has continued to grow not only in terms of the number of participants, but also reputation. The word has clearly spread. Read more
Bimbler’s Bash Results 2009
Here are the results for the 2009 Bimblers Bash held on April 5th, 2009. Overall winners were Jesse Efron and Kerry Arsenault, both from Guilford. Read more
Bimblers Bash Course Map
January 31, 2009 by Mr Bimble · Leave a Comment
The Bimblers Bash 10k is an entirely off-road loop within Westwoods, Guilford made up from a series of interconnecting single track hiking trails. You should expect to negotiate lots of rocks, roots and possibly get your feet wet, plus with two rock scrambles be prepared for an adventure! Read more




