What distances are available for this event?

• →50K Ultra starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →Marathon starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →Half Marathon starting at 7:45 AM CST
• →10K starting at 8:00 AM CST
• →5K (Covenant Rescue Group 5K) starting at 8:00 AM CST
• →1 Mile Fun Run starting at 8:05 AM CST
• →Virtual 5K with flexible timing before February 7

How much does registration cost?

• →50K Ultra: $115
• →Marathon: $115
• →Half Marathon: $90
• →10K: $55
• →5K: $35
• →1 Mile Fun Run: $15
• →Virtual 5K: $25

What are the event start times and schedule?

• →50K Ultra: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →Marathon: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →Half Marathon: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM CST
• →10K: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
• →5K: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
• →1 Mile Fun Run: 8:05 AM to 9:00 AM CST
• →Packet pickup on Friday, February 6 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at The Trak Shak, 2839 18th St S, Birmingham, AL
• →Limited race-day packet pickup starting at 6:30 AM at the finish line

Is there a cutoff time for the races?

• →All events must be completed within 6 hours
• →The 50K Ultra, Marathon, and Half Marathon have a 6-hour cutoff
• →The 10K and 5K have a 2-hour cutoff
• →The 1 Mile Fun Run has a 55-minute cutoff

What is included with registration?

• →Custom medals for all finishers across every distance
• →Aid stations stocked with water, sports drinks, and gels
• →USATF-certified course for marathon runners
• →Boston Qualifier eligibility for the marathon distance

What is the course description and terrain?

• →Paved road and greenway surface following the Five Mile Creek Greenway
• →Relatively flat and fast route ideal for personal records
• →Gentle grades typical of a converted railway corridor
• →Scenic route alongside creeks and wooded areas
• →Passes through Fultondale, Gardendale, and Brookside
• →Start and finish located at Black Creek Park, 777 Yarbrough Road

What charitable cause does this event support?

• →Proceeds support Unless U, an organization providing continued education and job training for adults with special needs
• →Learn more at www.unlessu.org

Are there any course support services available?

• →Aid stations with water, sports drinks, and gels
• →6-hour cutoff time for all distance events
• →The course is USATF certified and a Boston Qualifier for the marathon

What are the age requirements or categories?

• →The event offers distances suitable for various experience levels
• →Categories include 50K Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run
• →The event is open to both experienced marathoners and beginners

What is the event format?

• →Road and paved greenway event
• →Rails-to-trail course on the Five Mile Creek Greenway
• →In-person races with a virtual 5K option
• →All events have specific start times and cutoffs as listed above