What is the date and location of the event?

• →Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
• →Location: Northeast Park, 3421 Northeast Park Drive, Gibsonville, NC 27249

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles) with two river crossings
• →5 Mile

What are the start times for the races?

• →Half Marathon Ruck Division and Early Start: 8:30 AM EST
• →Half Marathon Standard Start: 9:30 AM EST
• →5 Mile: 9:30 AM EST

How much does registration cost for the Half Marathon?

• →Standard Entry: $77
• →Economy (No Frills): $52
• →Ruck Division: $77
• →Early Start (No Awards): $77

How much does registration cost for the 5 Mile?

• →Standard Entry: $55
• →Economy (No Frills): $38
• →Ruck Division: $55

Is there a virtual option available?

• →Price: $40
• →Dates: Complete your distance anywhere between Jan 1–17, 2026
• →Swag: Receive select swag (hoodie, medal, sticker) by mail

What is included in the standard registration?

• →Custom "WTF" Race Hoodie
• →Mega Finisher Medal
• →"WTF" Bumper Sticker
• →Post-race food and one beer (21+)
• →Free race photos
• →Chip timing with live results
• →Part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series

What is included in the Economy registration?

• →Custom "WTF" Race Hoodie
• →Mega Finisher Medal
• →Does not include the sticker, beer, or photos

What are the course conditions and terrain?

• →Terrain: Natural singletrack and doubletrack trails featuring roots, rocks, mud, and elevation changes
• →Weather: Conditions are unpredictable, ranging from warm and dry to freezing with slick, hazardous trails
• →River Crossings: Two full crossings of the Reedy Fork River for the Half Marathon; crossings are not guaranteed and a bypass may be used if unsafe

What is the event's registration deadline?

• →January 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM EST (except 5 Mile Ruck, which is until 11:59 PM)

What is the "WTF" attitude?

• →The race embraces whatever weather Mother Nature delivers, celebrating adaptability, grit, and humor in the face of winter trail challenges.

Is this event part of a larger series?

• →Yes, it is part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series, where runners can collect medals from multiple races to earn an ultimate series award.