2026 Strolling Jim 40 Miler

What is the race distance and course type?

• →40-mile ultra-marathon (approximately 64.4 km)
• →Road-based course consisting of paved country roads and small-town streets

Where does the race start and finish?

• →Start: Wartrace Wellhouse (101 Spring Street, Wartrace)
• →Finish: In front of the Walking Horse Hotel in Wartrace

What aid stations and supplies are available?

• →Aid stations are located at approximately miles 7.5, 13.1, 18, 23.5, 29, 35, and 39
• →Supplies include water, Gatorade, light snacks, trail-mix bars, oranges, chips, and Slim Jims
• →Extra water jugs are placed midway between aid stations (runners are asked not to drink directly from the jugs)
• →A drop-bag area is available at the dual-purpose station around mile 13.1 and mile 35

Are there specific rules for drop bags?

• →Drop bags must be clearly labeled with the runner's name and bib number
• →Bags must be kept to a reasonable size

What are the timing and cut-off details?

• →The race begins at 7:00 AM
• →There is no strict, official cut-off time
• →Aid stations are gradually left unmanned after dark (approximately 7:33 PM, or 12.5 hours after the start)
• →Runners continuing after dark are expected to self-serve from remaining supplies and are encouraged to have a crew car

What awards and prizes are provided?

• →All finishers receive a finisher’s medal and a Strolling Jim shirt
• →Performance-based awards include color-coded shirts (Gold, Blue, or Red)
• →Top finishers receive trophies

What is included in the post-race festivities?

• →A post-race party held under a large tent by the fountain in Wartrace
• →Food options include BBQ chicken and sides, as well as vegetarian options

Where can participants camp or stay near the venue?

• →Camping is available at Winnette-Ayers Park and Jernigan Field (119 Bridgeview Street, Wartrace) with no prior reservation required
• →RV parking is available in the grass field next to Jernigan Field (no electricity or hook-ups provided)
• →Local lodging options include:

• Seasons B&B ↗ in Bell Buckle

• Hinkle Hill Inn ↗ Retreat House in Bell Buckle

• The Walker Inn in Bell Buckle

• Hotels in nearby Murfreesboro, Shelbyville, and Manchester