GRAYLING- “Anticipation is building among AuSable River Canoe Marathon fans everywhere and that feeling of excitement is almost palpable here in the communities of Northern Michigan’s AuSable River Valley,” says Phil Weiler, spokesperson for the Consumers Energy 75th AuSable River Canoe Marathon.
One of the toughest, fastest paced, most grueling and competitive professional marathon canoe races anywhere, The Consumers Energy AuSable River Canoe Marathon – Sat. and Sun, July 29-30 – is the middle leg of the prestigious Triple Crown of Canoe Racing. The iconic, ultra endurance event is widely recognized as “One of the Greatest Races on Earth!” and “The World’s Toughest Spectator Sports”. Tens of thousands of devoted fans follow the race in person or online every year, but according to Weiler, “this one is extra special.”
“Because this is the 75th running of the event, the buzz is already building, and it will continue to do so over the coming weeks. Paddlers from throughout North America and beyond will soon begin arriving in Northern Michigan with their stealthy, sleek carbon fiber racing canoes for THE Marathon. It’s a busy and exciting time for communities in the AuSable River Valley!”
A record field of more than 100 teams is anticipated, with entries from Australia, Germany and Belize, and representation from an additional twenty US states and Canadian provinces expected.
