Rules

Maybe "icky", but there are some rules that are intended to ensure a safe, beneficial, and enjoyable experience for everyone.  In general, it is our intent that all runners operate under their own efforts without outside aid (other than that provided by race volunteers through the official fuel stations).

Crews, bicycles, pacers, supply "stashing," "mechanical" assistance (e.g., trekking poles), and other forms of assistance are strictly prohibited.  (See one exception below).  There are no provisions for drop bags via aid stations on the course.  We advise all runners to carry extra food, water, and warm clothing.  While this is the "Banana Belt," conditions on Race Day can be, and often are, "iffy" and ever-changing.  In addition, while even the race director loves nothing better than running our local trails with his dogs (4 !!), it is the case that dogs (and all pets/companions) are strictly prohibited from the race.

Violations of these rules may be cause for a respective runner being DQ’d. 

There are two notable exceptions to prohibitions against aid/assistance that apply to the 50-milers. They may take assistance at the halfway/turnaround point where they may access their own drop bags, receive help in re-supplying, changing clothes, etc. In addition, trekking poles will be permitted for 50 milers only and only on their second loop.

Race volunteers will be directing traffic on the morning of the race.  50 milers will be directed to a special area most conducive to their needs.  All attendees please follow volunteer or posted parking directives.

BIB NUMBERS/TIMING CHIPS MUST BE CLEARLY VISIBLE ON THE FRONT OF EACH RUNNER AT ALL TIMES DURING THE RACE, EVEN IF THE WEATHER GETS COLD AND YOU NEED TO ADD CLOTHING!