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A Cool 5

Team Kyle will participated in the Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation – A Cool 5 charity race traversing across the top of Beech Mountain – Eastern America’s highest town at 5506ft. – on Saturday June 6th, 2009. The five mile run and accompanying fun run was open to runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels and Team Kyle turned out a great showing.

The race course was above 5000 ft in elevation with moderate climbs and breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range. Participants were able to enjoy Beech’s “cool” summertime temperatures which seldom exceed 72 degrees. Views of Grandfather and Mount Mitchell were among the scenic vistas across the landscape for those running.

Many runners, walkers, and cyclists specifically make the journey to Beech Mountain for high altitude training. The mountain is remembered for Lance Armstrong Tour Du Pont stage win during the mid 1990’s and remains a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and endurance athletes.

For more information on A Cool 5, sponsorship forms, registration forms, and race details please visit www.acool5.com. If you are interested in participating in A Cool 5 as part of Team Kyle please contact Daniel Scagnelli at daniel@thekff.org.