WinterRock
Independence, Kansas
- Date
- Saturday, January 2, 2027 at 11:00 PM
- Location
- Independence, Kansas
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Distances
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- 12k
- 25k
About this event
OVERVIEW Somewhat Fat-Ass Style Event to kick-off 2026! Very LIMITED aid (unmanned). Frito Chili Pie and other Post-Race food will be available.Shirts and Medallions will once again be given at 2026 WinterRock!!!The history behind these races is immense with FlatRock being the first and oldest trail ultra in Kansas!! This is a must run trail series. Come see this unique aspect of Kansas like you have never experienced it before! FLATROCK TRIPLE CROWN SERIES The FlatRock Triple Crown will once again be held for those runners looking for some real punishment on this legendary course! For those willing and able to finish all three races (WinterRock 25K, FlatRock101K, and FlatRock 50K) you will receive a special unique award at the end of your 176K journey that will definitely be worth all of the punishment.WinterRock 25K - January 3rd, 2026FlatRock 101K - April 18th, 2026FlatRock 50K - September 26th, 2026Choose Triple Crown to register for all 3 at once. COURSE DESCRIPTION A technical, mostly
single-track, out and back along the Elk River Hiking Trail. Accurately measured forest trail winding through unique limestone bluffs, rock formations, & picturesque vistas. START TIME & CUTOFFS Both races start at the Outlet Channel Shelter. Short pre-race briefing at 10:50am25K & 12K start - 11amRace cutoff is 4pm. AID STATIONS 3 Aid Stations in the 25K and 1 (turnaround) in the 12K. Aid stations are approximately 3.5-4 miles apart, all are unmanned with only water available. No cups will be available, so you MUST carry a handheld bottle with you on the course. If you need fuel (calories) of any type, YOU are responsible to pack it with you. PACKET PICKUP Packet PickUp will be 10:00am-10:50am on race day. Packet pickup will be at the Outlet Channel Group Shelter (north side of the Elk City Lake dam), which is also where the start line is. There are several different ways to get to the Outlet Channel Shelterhouse depending upon which direction you are coming from. If you have never been to
FlatRock before we highly recommend allowing a little extra drive time. Map to the staging area can be found by clicking the Directions link above. DISCOUNT/BENEFITS Volunteer BenefitsAlong with a T-shirt and the normal fun of volunteering, we would like to do more. It takes a community to put on quality races, but volunteers also need to be appreciated. The program will be as follows: Shifts are in 4-8 hour increments and you must sign up. If you volunteer for one shift at any of our races you will get 25% off registration for any of our future races. Distance is not a factor. So 4 shifts will be a free race.Military DiscountIf you are currently active-duty Military or a Veteran, we'd like to give our thanks by extending a 10% discount for your entry fee. Please contact us by email at [email protected] for the coupon code. DEFERRAL/TRANSFER CREDIT(to a different race) If you can no longer run the event you registered for, we offer the below-sliding scale prior to the originally
schedule race date for receiving credit to a different FlatRock race event. We do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfers - only future race credit. The credit will only be useable by the original registered participant and only for FlatRock events. Unless otherwise stated, credits will be valid for one year from the original event date. Credit will be the amount paid minus taxes and fees. Transfers are a one-time opportunity. You cannot re-transfer a previously transferred race. Once credits have been issued, they are gone. This includes any credits used from volunteering, race credits, previous credits, or credits transferred. The submission date will be used to calculate the credit amount.90-days out (or more): 100% credit30-89 days out: 75% creditLess than 30 days: No credit DROPDOWNS/DNFs/DQs DNF: Runners starting a race, but not finishing the intended distance or not finishing within the listed Cutoffs, will be listed as a DNF at the bottom of the results for their registered
distance.DQ: Runners must complete the course in its intended order, as marked by race officials. Any deviation from or cutting of the course may result in a timing penalty or even disqualification. Additionally, runners who are found to be excessively rude to race personnel, volunteers, or others may also be considered for disqualification. We believe in fostering a respectful and supportive race environment, and these rules are in place to uphold that.DROPDOWNS: Runners may switch distances before the start of their race and will be eligible as a finisher in that event. Dropdowns will be accepted up to the day prior to race start. In this instance, there will be no refund for difference of price between the distance. Runners may not be “dropped down” to a shorter distance once they have started a race and will not appear as finishers of the shorter distance.CANCELLATIONS: Cancellation will only be in the event of extreme circumstances (global pandemics, inclement weather; local, state, or
national emergency) and is at the race directors discretion. If for any reason the event has to be shut down due to extreme weather, natural disaster, etc… you will be pulled from the course or held at an aid station until you can be removed from the course. Please, no arguing if this should happen. It is for your own safety. If the race has to be cancelled, no refunds will be issued. Under no circumstance will refunds be issued. MISCELLANEOUS Medical RisksEach runner is responsible for their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. It is important for the runner to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. Each participant must continuously monitor his/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that you are responsible for your own well-being during this race.Frequently Asked QuestionsAre
trekking poles allowed?Yes.Are dogs allowed? Yes, all dogs must be on a leash.Race Rules For Runners1 Absolutely no littering! 2. You may not stash supplies along the course. 3. Any runner dropping out shall immediately notify the nearest aid station or race management at the start/finish area. 4. Runners accepting a ride for any reason are deemed out of the race and may not re-enter. 5. All runners will abide by the directions of race management. 6. Violations of any rule will be grounds for disqualification. Race Management reserves the right to bar any runner from competing in this and any future FlatRock events. 7. In the case of a tie, runners will be placed alphabetically. 8. All animals must be leashed at all times. 9. Decisions of Race Management are final.Please direct any further questions/inquiries by email to [email protected]. COURSES Event's current local time: 4:15 AM CT