Bolt6
The Bolt 6: Northport's 1.1-mile Uphill Race to Remember (Ages 19+)
The Bolt 6: Northport's 1.1-mile Uphill Race to Remember (Ages 10-18)
The Bolt 6: Northport's 1.1-mile Uphill Race to Remember (Ages 9 & under)
Place
Northport, MI US 49670
Description
About The Bay to Braman Bolt:
Ready to conquer Northport's Braman hill? Join us for the 6th annual Bay to Braman Bolt – where Northport's heart meets its history! This exhilarating 1.1-mile uphill foot-race takes you from the stunning Northport Bay marina, through our charming downtown, along the scenic Nagonaba Footpath, and up to the majestic summit of Braman Hill. Do you have what it takes to #BEATBRAMAN?
Race begins 12pm SHARP! Registration table opens 11am @ Northport Marina.
Award ceremony @ 12:30pm. Optional celebratory run back down to The Bay (Will Harper's Waukazoo Walkdown) @ 1pm.
Distance:
1.1-miles, 200-ft elevation gain from Northport Bay marina to the top of Braman Hill.
Giveaway:
Ages 10+ receive a Bolt 6 T-shirt as part of registration fee. T-shirts for children 9 and under can be purchased for $20 since they run for free. Bananas, watermelon, and water will be provided for free at the top of Braman Hill thanks to our sponsor, Tom's Food Markets.
Awards:
Top male & female finishers for each age division will receive a medal.
Overall winner will receive a plaque, hand-crafted by Bulls-I Inc. in Traverse City.
Start Details:
The race will include a wave start at Northport Marina @ 12pm SHARP.
Runners who are attempting to win will be asked to line up first.
Parking:
Plenty of free parking available at Northport Marina.
Packet Pickup:
Registration begins @ Northport Marina 11am.
Age Divisions:
0-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 and so on.
The Cause:
100% of The Bolt's proceeds are donated to Northport Museum. $8k+ raised since inception.
2025 Promo Video:
Race Contact Info
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