The Rut 50km course (as planned) is on a high peak (11,160 feet), and on extremely exposed alpine terrain. In the event that a major snowstorm or dangerous electrical storm hit Lone Peak on race day, the race directors reserve the right to alter the 50km course to keep runners safe. More @Wikipedia
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