The Greenbrier Ultras are comprised of three separate but similar races:
1. Greenbrier 100 Mile Endurance Run
2. Greenbrier 50 Mile Midnight Madness Run
3. Greenbrier 50K Fun Run
Stop time is 11:00 p.m. Saturday… for everyone!
100 miles = 32 hours
50 Miles = 23 hours
50k = 15 hours
Philosophy
To encourage entrants of all abilities and ages to participate. This “closed” loop experience, with generous cut offs, has been designed so that all who participate have the best opportunity for success. If one of these characteristics fit’s you then you are a perfect candidate for entry:
- Have fun attitude.
- Wants to participate in a different kind of race.
- A hesitant first time ultra runner.
- Someone who, for what ever reason, struggles with cutoffs.
- Someone who want’s to get “back into the game”.
- Runners that want to gain experience running at night.
- Experienced ultra marathoners who want to see how quickly they can finish.
- Experienced road runners who are hesitant running on trails.
- If you’re directionally or logistically challenged.
If you don’t have a fun attitude, cannot mentally handle the repetitive nature of a loop course or are a dick then you are probably not a good fit here.
Course:
The loops are between 5 and 8 miles within the Greenbrier State Park. The trails used and the direction the races are run will change each year. It’s rocky (it’s the east coast!) but not considered “technical”. No steep or long climbs but there are some up’s that “course blistering” non elite runners may want to walk.
Elevation gain is between 750′-1050′ per loop.
Cut Offs:
None! Wait! What? No cutoffs? Did I read that right? Yes… that’s correct! You won’t be pulled if you don’t do a certain number of miles by a certain time. We want you to finish or run as many miles as you can. However, runners who arrive at the Aid Station at or after 10:00 p.m. Saturday night will not be allowed to continue. The rational is that if you’re in the 29th hour of the 100 or the 22 hour of the 50 or the 15th hour of the 50k you won’t be able to finish x.x miles in 60 minutes.
Aid Station:
There’s only one Aid Station… its known as the “Oasis”. Oasis is really our HQ as it also serves as Bib pickup, Start / Finish, Timing, Moral Support and any other stuff we can think of. It’s located in the picnic table area next to the North Parking lot. It’s a heated 20′ x 60′ tent with chairs and tables. There’s an area for Drop Bags for the 100 and 50 milers. The number of 100 and 50 milers will determine the amount of space available to the 50k runners. We know how to manage aid stations and won’t skimp on food or supplies. We’ll have “real” food and don’t supply b.s. stuff that fills the table but doesn’t help you finish a race. Our dedicated crew of volunteers know how to cook and serve food so we’ll make sure you’re fat, happy and content… well… at least with the food.
Awards:
100 milers will receive a silver belt buckle for under 24 hours and a bronze buckle for over 24 hours. First time finishers of either the 50 mile or 50k distance will receive engraved neck ribbons. There will be no post race awards ceremony.
Swag:
Definitely! Each entrant will receive a premium and possibly other “stuff”. Our fashion buyers are currently consulting with top NYC and Frederick, Maryland fashion designers for the latest trends and styles in the ultra running community.
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