The Next Loop 40M/50M Challenge | Cliff Cave

WELCOME TO THE AMERICAN BOTTOM This is a unique road ultra on a beautiful course, following the Mississippi River, as you run through the historic American Bottom. Race headquarters is in Columbia, Illinois just outside of St. Louis, Missouri. The race offers a 113 mile and a 56 mile option. The course loosely follows the American Discovery Trail and the Kaskaskia - Cahokia Trail (Illinois' first road). You’ll watch the sun rise over the Illinois bluffs while running on levees and deserted backroads, from Columbia to the confluence of the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers. You’ll make your way through many historic sites, including Piggott's Fort, Fort de Chartres, and the town of Prairie du Rocher. This is a flat and fast course with generous cut off times, plenty of aid stations, and a friendly atmosphere. It will make a great first hundred miler, or a chance for you to set a new personal record at this distance. So, if you're interested in a no frills ultra with a low entry fee, then come

test yourself this spring in the American Bottom.Please visit americanbottoms113.com for full details 113 Mile 6:00 a.m. Start. Saturday March 20th, 20275:00 p.m. Finish. Sunday March 21st, 202735 hour cut-off18:30 minute / mile pace1,591 ft. of elevation gain totalOut & back course51% pavement / 49% gravel17 Aid Stations 56 Mile Saturday March 20th, 20276:00 a.m. Start11:30 p.m. Finish17½ hour cut-off18:30 minute / mile pace791 ft. of elevation gain totalPoint to point course51% pavement / 49% gravel8 Aid Stations 15% Veteran & First Responder Discount Contact americanbottoms113.com/contact for coupon code Event's current local time: 4:24 AM CT

Minnie Ha Ha 6, & 12 Hour Endurance Runs RACE DETAILS: Come and check out the 7th Annual Minnie Ha Ha Endurance Runs. This race is brought to you by the St. Louis Ultrarunners Group (SLUGs). SLUG members receive a $10 discount on race registration, so join today! (Discount codes can be found on the SLUG membership site.)This timed race offers two options -- a 12 hour and 6 hour. The race takes place at Minnie Ha Ha Park, located off Old Gravois Road/Highway 270 near Fenton, MO. The paved-loop course is USATF-certified, and measures 1.17 miles and winds through the mostly flat wooded park with great views of the Meramec River and fall foliage. The start/finish area is located at the Shelter "E." There is adequate parking throughout the park with a playground and restrooms in close proximity to the shelter. The aid station is adjacent to the start/finish and will be stocked with plenty of fluids and foods you would expect at an ultra event. There will be cool swag for all participants!The 12

Hour event will start at 7 am. The 6 Hour event will start at 1 pm. The race is professionally chip-timed.Race Address:Minnie Ha Ha Park801 Old Gravois RoadSt. Louis, Mo. 63127 EASTERN MISSOURI ULTRA SERIES (EMUS) Minnie Ha Ha Endurance Runs are part of the Eastern Missouri Ultra Series (EMUS), hosted by SLUGs. Series points are awarded based on the number of miles run, plus bonus points for placing. For more information on the EMUS, click here. 2026 Race Swag The race swag for the 2026 edition of Minnie Ha Ha will be announced soon! Check back for more details. Cupless Event In an effort to reduce our strain on the environment, we will again be going cupless in 2026. You will be responsible to bring a handheld, belt or vest for the race. Plenty of sports drink will be available at the aid station. Refunds/Rollovers Sorry, there are no refunds or deferrals for this event if you are unable to compete on race day. We use the money from registrations for all the race-day activities. You can

however sell, auction or give away your bib, just inform the race director of any changes. Awards All finishers will receive a finishers medal. Awards will be given to the first place overall male and female winners in each race as well as the male and female winners in each of the following age groups: Masters (40-49 ) and Grand Master (50+) Event's current local time: 3:50 AM CT

Join the Brentwood School District on September 19th for the third annual Brentwood Community 5K and Fun Run! This race is in partnership with the city of Brentwood’s annual festival Brentwood Days and is a fundraiser for Brentwood School District Student Experiences, including Project Graduation, Field Trips, and the all-new 6-12 Boosters Club!

Run or walk this 5K course, which will highlight more than four of Brentwood's beautiful parks and trails. The race will be officially scored with chip timing by Start2Finish Race Management.

For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, there's also a 1-mile fun run-- perfect for families and casual participants.

Enjoy post-race snacks while top finisher awards are presented (see awards below). Register by September 1st before registration prices increase.