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Celebrate the holiday spirit in the middle of summer at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon! This means Santa is on Vacay!
Come out and join us at Tennessee Riverwalk Trail Shelter #1. This festive race brings all the cheer of the season—without the cold—giving athletes a fun and energetic way to race during the warm summer months.
Whether you’re tackling the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, you’ll enjoy a spirited race atmosphere filled with holiday flair, seasonal fun, and motivation from start to finish. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join in the celebration.
All athletes who cross the finish line will receive a custom finisher medal and a spirited, race-themed shirt to commemorate their accomplishment. Awards will be presented to men and women for all three distances to the top finishers in the usual five-year age groups, starting at 10 & Under.
Break out the holiday cheer, lace up your running shoes, and make summer miles merry at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon.
This summer is about to get hot! Join Terra Running Company for the 5th Annual Summer Sizzler 5k Race Series! This one-of-a-kind series of 5k's celebrates summer, racing, and Cleveland! On Friday evenings at the end of May, June, and July, we will host a Summer Sizzler timed 5k + 1 mile fun run at the Cleveland’s Greenway Park! Each race includes a family-friendly 1 mile fun run/walk, lawn games, lots of music, sun, fun, and surprises! Participants get race swag at EACH 5k, PLUS a pair of custom Summer Sizzler socks for running all 3 Summer Sizzler 5k's!
Each 5k is $25 and each 1mile is $15 until March 31, 2025, and then both registration choices go up $5 until 1 week before race day. The final week before each race, the registration prices will increase $5 more, so please register early! OR register for all 3 5k’s for a great discount: get 10% off the 5k’s when you sign up for all 3 together! All 5ks will be chip-timed, fast and flat with Summer Sizzler Swag for all finishers! Finish ALL THREE 5k’s for a pair of custom running socks!
Come enjoy the beauty of Tennessee's most popular state park. Cooler temps, shaded run course, and the highest free-falling waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains are just a few of the attractions of the Fall Creek Falls Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Runs. Post-race snacks and music for all participants. Centrally located between Nashville, Chattanooga, and Knoxville. Race start time is 7 AM Central Time.
Aid Stations & Athlete Amenities - Aid stations will have cups of WATER & GATORADE & will be at each of 5 stations on loop. ATHLETES ARE URGED TO CARRY A BOTTLE OR CONTAINER FOR RE-FILL. Additional information and clarification will go out August 1st. T-SHIRTS & FINISHER MEDAL/AWARD FOR EACH DISTANCE.
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION. Packet pick up is Saturday, August 15 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM CST & Sunday, August 16 from 6 AM to 15 minutes prior to each race start. Half Marathon will start at 7:00 AM & 10K at 7:15 AM & 5K at 7:30 AM . Pre-event information will be sent to participants the week of the event. 5K Map link here -10K Map link here - Half Marathon Map Link Here - Routes begin & end through the Taft Village area and across Fall Creek Falls Dam - 5K does an out & back on paved path through woods to LEFT after Dam - Half Marathon & 10K route goes RIGHT after Dam & follows paved path & park roads past the Inn at Fall Creek Falls back to Dam and FINISH in Taft Village area. Half Marathon is TWO-LOOPS of paved bike trail / park road sections. Timing verification points will be along course. Aid stations each mile with water & Base Performance. Path route is completely shaded. Please stay on side of road marked with TRAFFIC CONES on the MAIN PARK ROAD of the course.
RACE LOCATION – Fall Creek Falls State Park, Pikeville, TN (please allow extra travel time – park is remote & rural but worth the trip!)
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Age Groups and Awards: Overall awards for the top three male and female finishers, top male and female Masters (40+).Age group awards for first, second, and third place in the following M & F age groups: 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45- 49, 50-55, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
Bald Eagle Events has enabled event insurance for your consideration in the event you are unable to compete. Please review this option during the registration process.
Refund Policy - Bald Eagle Events has a NO REFUND policy. Insurance is available during the registration of each event. Please take advantage of this option should you wish to insure your entry fees.
Race entries are non-transferable between individuals.
Event Cancellation / Modification Policy - If Natural Disaster or Community Disaster occurs, our action steps are as follows:
Bald Eagle Events in concert with local officials will make decisions based on safety first.
Courses and/or race segments will be altered as agreed to between Bald Eagle Events and local officials
Financial: It is not financially feasible for Bald Eagle Events to accept the risk of a disaster for everyone. Each registered participant needs to accept the risk of his or her entry fee. There will be NO REFUNDS or free entries to future races. The money you paid is spent developing the subject event.
Bald Eagle Events does not save any money if one of our events has to be canceled for reasons beyond our control. All supplies and services needed for the events are purchased and/or arranged in advance. All event supplies and services associated with that event must be paid for, regardless of the outcome.
There WILL BE ON-SITE Registraion at both days of Dalton. We will open reg 90 mins before the first ace each day.
Cat 3 State Champ will come from the Cat 3 / Cat 4 field. The Pro 1-3 has only one state Champ.
Race Flyer
State Time Trial Distances:
TBD
There will be NO MERCKX Advantage for the TT since it is a STATE Time Trial.
TIME & LOCATION
August 22-23rd, 2026
Jarrod's Place Bike Park
1234 Dirt Road
Summerville, GA 30747
United States
Located in Summerville, just 90 minutes north of Atlanta, Jarrod’s Place is an off-road oasis for mountain bikers who crave an adrenaline-fueled experience. The park is surrounded by dense woods and rocky hills, making it the perfect venue for a high-intensity championship event. The challenging terrain is designed to push racers to their absolute limit — fast, technical, and wild.
DESCRIPTION
The Championship Finale course at Jarrod's Place is brutal and built to decide champions. It’s a mix of everything that makes enduro racing thrilling: steep, technical climbs, high-speed descents, challenging rock gardens, and some serious downhill bangers that will make riders feel the full force of the season’s grind. It’s do or die for the series standings.
Jarrod’s Place Bike Park is known for its world-class trails and raw, natural terrain — designed to challenge even the most skilled riders. With its technical rock features, intense climbs, and high-speed descents, it’s the perfect place for an all-or-nothing finale.
The park is built for riders who want to test their limits — and the championship finale at this venue will be the ultimate test of endurance, skill, and bravery. Racers will go head-to-head on some of the most gnarly terrain in the country, with nothing but pride, glory, and the title of Go Nuts Biking International Enduro Champion on the line.
Saturday, August 22, 2026- Preride -
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - Go Nuts International Enduro Final Stop! - Jarrod's Place, USA
ENDURO START TIMES:
Registration Opens 8am
Rider's Meet 8:30am
EMTB released at 8:45am
PROS released at 9:00am
EXPERTS released at 9:15am
AMATEURS released at 9:45am
Awards 3pm or to volume
MAP - TBA
LODGING - TBA
COMPETE INDIVIDUALLY
At the conclusion of the Go Nuts International Enduro season, overall winners will be recognized 1st through 3rd place with best of 3 completed races.
The Go Nuts International Epic Series Finale - Go Nuts International Enduro Championship will be held at Jarrod's Place on August 22-23 and is a mandatory race to compete for the series win.
Point System
1st Place = 26
2nd Place = 23
3rd Place = 21
4th Place = 19
5th Place = 18
6th Place = 17
7th Place = 16
8th Place = 15
9th Place = 14
10th Place =13
11th Place = 12
12th Place = 11
13th Place = 10
14th Place = 9
15th Place = 8
16th Place = 7
17th Place = 6
18th Place = 5
19th Place = 4
20th Place = 3
21st Place = 2
All finishers after 21st = 1
Each race will feature 4 to 6 Enduro stages that will be clearly marked. We use 2 different color tapes to mark the transition portion and the actual timed portion.
Check out the rules for series:
Best of 3 races must be completed to qualify for series championship.
Must race final race (International Enduro Championship) to qualify for series win.
Must wear proper helmet and enduro gear.
5.You can move up in a Category, but never down.
Points do not transfer from category to category.
No alcohol consumption during the race please.
You must complete the course lines in the correct number sequence.
Please wait your turn at staging areas - 30-45 seconds between each rider.
You must use the same bike throughout the race. All mechanical issues must be corrected by the rider or onsite tech support when available.
Some races will have Go Nuts Biking shuttle service, some will not.
The race will conclude at the designated time, any runs after will not count.
If you do not return your timing bracelet you will incur the charge to replace. $100.
Please use proper trail etiquette during course runs and transfer stages.
All protest must be filed within 20 minutes of the last competitor completing the final race stage of the day.
If you encounter an injured/downed rider, please stop and check on them. If a rider is seriously injured or unconscious, let officials know immediately or call 911.
A team will consist of 5 to 10 riders across one or more categories. Each team member must complete 3 or more races for points to fully count.
1st - 5 points
2nd - 4 points
3rd - 3 points
4th - 2 points
5th - 1 point
6th plus - 1 point
Any team member placing 6 or higher receives one point. For the calculation of overall series points, each team will add their scores from all rounds of the series.
Team rosters must be submitted in advance of the race date or the team begins competition. No substitutions allowed.
Team members cannot share, exchange or replace bikes during a race. Must start and finish on the same bike.
Each team member must wear matching jerseys/shirts.
In the event of a tie, the overall combined scores of the last race the tied teams participated in, will be used to determine the winners.
Go Nuts International Championship Enduro Race!
Qualifications: The 2025 winners ranking 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th will be eligible to compete for the Go Nuts International Enduro Championship 2026 title.
The race is open to ALL. 2026 participants with 3 total races including the International Championship Race ranking 1-5 will also be eligible to compete for International title.
Go Nuts International Enduro Series eMTB Rules as follows:
Maximum 750watts - assistance up to 20 miles per hour - Pedaling assistance only. No hand or foot throttle allowed. Automatic disqualification. Bicycles must remain locked, i.e., no modification of wheel sensor from factory circumference or any other modification to manipulate the factory set speed of the bike.
Throttle mechanisms are prohibited.
Studded tires are prohibited.
It is forbidden to change e-bike during the event even if the rider finishes the event with the same race plate.
Technical assistance consists of the replacement or repairs of any part of the e-bike at the exception of the frame, wheels or battery.
Races will be conducted regardless of weather conditions. In the event of rain or other unfavorable conditions, it may be necessary to alter the order of the event schedule, including but not limited to, adjusting the length of the race or delaying or stopping the program completely. Should a delay occur, every effort will be made to resume the schedule in a timely fashion if conditions significantly improve.
No headphones, earphones or sound devices permitted. Horns and bells are permitted.
Riders are required to wear the appropriate helmet. Other protective gear is optional; gloves, goggles, elbow/knee guards, etc.
Shirt, shoes, and pants/shorts required. Clipless or flat pedals are both permitted.
An E-Mountain Bike is a bike operated with two energy sources, human pedal power and an electric engine, which only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling.
Any behavior deemed inappropriate or unsportsmanlike like conduct will not be tolerated. Verbal or physical infractions will result in a disqualification.
Severe weather policy
Unless otherwise posted, race will be held. Safety of all racers is our main priority. If there is a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions, racers are responsible for checking information posted by director. The information will be posted on the homepage of website, social network avenues, and via email up to 72 hours prior to the race.
Transfer/Refund Policy
There will be no registration refunds once registration is processed. We will allow transfers to upcoming races. All transfers must be requested 10 days prior and is only allowed for races that were rescheduled. Transfers will not be allowed 10 days before race or after race.
Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
FREE Kona Ice
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
🏁🏅Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 4 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register another $5 will be refunded for a total of $10!
On the Thursday before Labor Day Weekend of 2026, ultramarathoners will once again descend on Fred Deadman Park in Manchester, Tennessee. Led by a contingent of wheezing geezers, over a hundred of America’s finest foot warriors will circle the famed Deadman Mile for days on end in September of 2026.
All runners 41 and over will be allotted a number of hours equal to those hard-earned years of age in which to accumulate as many miles as possible. All the kids, 40 years, and below, will compete over the final 40 hours of the race. The winner will be the runner with the most miles accumulated by the finish. In contrast to most ultras, where the old guys must settle for a place at the rear, if they can make the time limit at all, the ARFTA is dominated by the super veterans of the sport. In 2025, 1 participant 90 +, 12 participants 80+, and 35 participants 70 years old and over competed in this event. Randy Ellis 73, and Steve Troxel 66, completed more than 200 miles! We had 63 participants completing over 100 miles were 70 and older! This is one race where the older guys are right in the running up until the very end. The footspeed may have diminished with the passing of the years, but the fires of competition still burn bright.
Of course it is not the competition which has made this event an instant classic. It is the stories. In the perfect setting of a one mile loop through the park, today’s ultrarunners have the opportunity to spend time with the legends and heroes of the long ago past of the sport. And the old guys and gals have the opportunity to rekindle old friendships (and rivalries) and to rehash the old days. The stories they have to tell are not tales immortalized on the internet, instead they exist only in the memories of those who were there. For all the hundreds of miles that are logged, and the fierce battles sometimes waged for position, it is the celebration of life atmosphere that has made the ARFTA a must-do event. Fathers and mothers sharing miles with daughters and sons as well as grandparents sharing miles with grandsons and granddaughters; these are moments too special to miss.
We rent most of the park for the duration of the event, and among the features of the race are: Ice is provided for purchase at the ICE HOUSE on the premises for $3.00 per bag. Usually set up next to the building not far from the start/finish area. Hot meals served every 6 hours (this is not aid station food, but fine southern cuisine catered by the local Cracker Barrel.) Additional meal plans may be purchased for crew members. The meals come prepackaged for each individual with whatever is on the menu that day. A mealtime rush is not necessary as you may take it with you to your tent or eat at the pavilions. A friendly reminder to allow the aid station volunteers time to set it up before you stop by to grab and go. We do not have the facility to set up multiple options or dietary needs.
There are real indoor bathrooms located on the course (the value of which cannot be overstated in a multiday run!) There will also be portapotties next to the building after you pass the start/finish line and two on the backside of the loop.
Accommodations are available at a full range of motels within 1 mile of the park, for crews, or runners wishing to sleep in a “real bed.” Ample TENT camping is available on site, with prime camping spots situated around the Deadman Mile.
This is a small park with limited parking. The course is in the parking lot as well as through the park. We have the pavilions reserved but not the whole park itself. Locals come enjoy the park throughout the event. Baseball and tennis is also going on at the same time. They have been very graciuos each year and share with us!
With that being said. RV Campers! We are asked every year about campers. A camper is allowed in the back parking area near the back ball field. See the map attached to this site. IF YOUR CAMPER FITS IN ONE PARKING SPOT THEN IT IS ALLOWED. The standard parking space is 8.5 feet wide by 18 feet long to give you an idea of the size.
There is plenty of camping space to set up a tent and all of your supplies. Not on the course itself but close to it!
There is a facebook group for the ARFTA: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1443235495936999/
Or you can send your questions below.
Any runners over 70 years of age with financial limitations precluding their entry should e-mail me, so that we can work something out. This is your day(s) in the sun, and we want to see you here! Last year we had 38 starters the age of 70 and older. I think that may be a record! 53 Runners logged in excess of 100 miles, 5 of which were 80 and older!! Last year 2 participants went 200 plus. Last year Doyle Carpenter, Harry Strohm, John Price, and Keith Dunn completed their 11th ARFTA! However, you do not need to aim for such a lofty goal, if you do not wish. It is perfectly all right to just come to share the weekend with your peers. What we most want is to see you here.
Top 6 in Lifetime miles:
Maurice Robinson 1473
Barney Riesback 1439
Doyle Carpenter 1407
Ed Masuaka 1255
Harry Strohm 1196
Rosemary Evans 1231
Please plan to join us for the 6th. Annual running of the "9/11 Run to Remember 5K" held in remembrance of this VERY SPECIAL 25th. Anniversary of the events and tragedy of 9/11. Held Saturday morning, September 12th, 2026 in Downtown Cartersville, GA the “9/11 Run to Remember” 5K represents a celebration of the herculean efforts of all of the first responders from that unforgettable day 24 years ago. Produced in conjunction with the Cartersville Fire Department and The Cartersville Police Department. Plan to come out and join us for a unique race in celebration of the lives of those that gave so much and enjoy the pre-race presentation of the colors by the Cartersville Fire Department Honor Guard in honor and memory of the events from that fateful morning. Proceeds from the race go to benefit the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation ( https://www.gfbf.org)
This is a race route NW GA Runners have come to love! As the turnaround destination of the 5K route is the Cartersville Fire Department Station #1 where runners pass THROUGH a Fire Truck bay in Station #1 where they will be greeted by cheering Firefighters and other First Responders while grabbing water for the return trip to the finish line!
If you are interested in Being a Sponsor for this very special event, please click here:
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If you are interested in being a Volunteer for this very special event, please click here:
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Registration:
*$30 Pre-Race Registration Fee (pre-registration is open until 11:00 PM, Monday evening, September 7th. You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate!)
*$40 Race Day Registration Fee
5K Start-Finish & Race Day Parking:
*Both the Starting Line AND the Finish Line are located in downtown Cartersville in Friendship Plaza adjacent to the Downtown Gazebo.
*Race Day Parking will be located in and around the Bartow County Courthouse located at 135 West Cherokee Ave., Cartersville, GA.
Race Route (See attached Route Map):
• From the Starting Line in Friendship Plaza, runners make a left turn onto Cherokee Ave. followed by a quick right turn onto Erwin St.
*Runners proceed approx. 1.25 miles on Erwin St. turning right onto Cassville Rd.
• Runners will proceed approx. .15 miles along Cassville Road to the entrance of the Cartersville Fire Department Station #1.
• Runners will turn right, running THROUGH Station #1 (where they will be greeted by throngs of cheering Firefighters and First Responders!) circling the back parking lot and returning to Cassville Rd.
• Runners will turn left onto Cassville Rd. proceeding .15 miles back to the intersection of Erwin St.
• Runners will turn left onto Erwin St. proceeding South approx. 1.25 miles to the intersection of Cherokee Ave.
• Runners will turn left Cherokee Ave for 1 block, turning right back into Friendship Plaza to the Finish Line!
Race Day Schedule of Events:
*6:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 AM Pre-Race Presentation of Colors and in remembrance of 9/11
*8:00 AM 5K Start Time
*9:15 AM 5K Awards Presentation (located in Friendship Plaza in downtown Cartersville)
Pre-Registration Packet Pick up:
Pre-race packet pick-up will be held from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday, September 11th at the Big Peach Running Co. of Cartersville located at 402 E. Church St., Suite 107, Cartersville, GA 30120 (located on the East side of US 41 in the shopping center directly behind Chick-fil-A and next door to Moe’s.)
Awards:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Please note, this is a rain or shine event.
Please plan to join us for this very Special Event in Honor and Memory of the events of 9/11 that took place 25 years ago.
What's a trash panda? It's a fun term for a raccoon...because they sort of look like giant pandas (in their coloring) and they sort of look like red pandas (which sort of look like raccoons) and also, they like to dig through the trash. It's also the slightly-bratty-but-still-kinda-cute little sister race to our perennial powerhouse, the spring Raccoon Mountain races.
START/FINISH: Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee
STUFF:
There will be swag. We have TECHNICALLY surpassed the amount of swag we ordered for this year, but in order to open up more spots to participate in the race, we have some alternative options for swag. If the swag item is something you're just going to toss in the trash, we’d rather you take the alternative swag. Tossing swag in the trash is raccoon behavior, not human behavior! We want to make sure you get something that will make your precious little heart happy.
Laser burned wooden finisher medal. Produced by a real, live, actual Tennessean. Maybe that Tennessean will dress up like a raccoon to burn them. Maybe that Tennessean will eat out of the trash can, in the name of authenticity. You never know!
Because we discontinued our Spring Raccoon Mountain race, and our favorite part of that race was the medals with your name on them, we're bringing that to this race. That's right, however you want your medal personalized, it'll be that way on race day! Burned right into the wood. Literally NOBODY ELSE will have a medal exactly like yours. (You MUST be registered by August 31st to guarantee your personalized medal. We’ll personalize what we can get to after that.)
The most stocked up aid stations you've ever encountered. We won't even make you root around in a trash can for any of it. We won't even pull any of it OUT of a trash can. It's fresh!
We have restocked our Into The Forest I Go mugs, as well as our "Stay Trashy Chattanooga" and "I Run So I Can Eat Garbage" shirts, we've got all new shirts (long sleeve and short sleeve), tank tops, and hoodies and other apparel too! (We don't give these away as swag because everyone has a preference, and we also don't get the cheapest shirt known to man, nor do we cover the back with logos.) We will also have the bargain items out!
You can also register for future races here, with a little discount for registering in cash. Later this year, we have Spookasaurus and the winter Grab Bag, and Freeze Your Half Off in January is also open for registration. We prefer cash but can also take credit cards, Venmo, and CashApp.
COURSE:
We will be using only the trails that connect to Laurel Point. The loop is a little bit more than 3.1-ish miles long. We'll have an out-and-back section marked for each distance to get you to the appropriate mileage. The 5K is a little longer than 3.1 miles, which is why it is a 5-ish K, and if you're not cool with -ish measurements, you probably won't enjoy running/walking/hiking/dorking around with us.
The trail is technical in that there are roots and rocks, but it's not particularly difficult. There are no water crossings. Trail shoes are useful, but not necessary. Hundreds of people have done this race without trail shoes. Beginners, hikers, children of all ages are welcome, and we are supportive to EVERYONE. There is an eight hour time limit for all distances. Yes, ALL distances. You must be out on your last lap by 3:45pm. (That's because the mountain closes, not because we're meanie pantsers.) We don't DNF; we'll give you a finish time for the distance you did complete.
AID STATION:
AKA, what we're known for. There will be one aid station mid-course, and another one at the start/finish/end of the 5-ishK lap. So you're never more than 2 miles from food/drinks/frivolity. that you'll pass on each lap. At the aid station will be Gatorade, water, Coke, Mountain Dew, energy gels, a variety of chips, candy, and cookies, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, pickles and pickle juice shots, and a full array of non-food supplies like Vaseline, salt pills, etc.
Please bring your own painkillers if you think you will need them (our insurance prohibits us giving any painkillers to you) and use them responsibly!
You are welcome to leave a drop bag at the designated area near the aid station. Feel free to bring a chair to put your drop bag on, a full change of clothes, your teddy bear, whatever you think you'll need to make it through your chosen race distance. Pop up tents with your crew are fine too. We have plenty of space.
Our crew is also known for their unparalleled support. We'll get you to the finish line if you let us help you! We drain and bandage blisters (we will even prep your feet BEFORE the race in an attempt to prevent those blisters from ever happening!), we keep you cooled down with ice, we work on cramps, we give great pep talks and we'll talk you out of quitting with some tough love if that's what it takes. We're here to help you, just like we've helped thousands of people before you. We consider you family, not just another runner with a number like many races.
We're not saying our family isn't a little bit dysfunctional from time to time, but it keeps things interesting, doesn't it? Seriously though, all we want is to get you to the finish line and we'll do what it takes to help you get there, and we'll be waiting there to celebrate with you!
Packet Pickup:
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30am - 8:25am at Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain.
We might do a "quick and dirty" packet pickup on Friday night. We might not. Depends on how big the race gets. We'll email you if we decide to do it.
This race will be timed and results will be posted. You will be emailed a link.
IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!!
This is NOT a slick, corporate, super-professionally produced race. We're still the same grassrootsy, laid-back people we've always been. We cater to the non-competitive, fun-loving runners of the world. We are a bunch of dorks that can measure a course and decorate it with silly raccoon signs and we do our best to make it fun. If you are expecting Ironman-levels of infrastructure and an army of volunteers, you aren't going to get it from us. You have been warned and we won't take you seriously if you complain that we're not like a typical race, because, well, that's never been a secret. If you want to have a good time in an atmosphere that is more 'giant group run' and less 'super professional NYC marathon' or 'snooty judgmental if-you-are-not-fast-we-won't-be-nice-to-you'-type thing, we'd love to invite you to join us! If you're only worried about running super fast and not about enjoying your experience and being around good humans, this is NOT the race for you. We welcome the fast AND
the slow, we just don't want anyone to be disappointed in what they get when they register, so we don't keep it a secret that we value camaraderie over competition! And we make ZERO apologies for that.
Join us for the Sequatchie Valley Walk for Alzheimer’s, a community-led fundraiser supporting the Pat Summitt Foundation’s mission to find treatments—and ultimately a cure—for Alzheimer’s disease. Inspired by Pat Summitt’s legacy and determination, the Foundation opened the Pat Summitt Clinic in 2017, offering cutting-edge research, patient care, and caregiver support.
The 2-mile walk takes place on the scenic Dunlap Greenway. Can’t walk? Bring a lawn chair to Harris Park and cheer on others—your presence matters!
Let’s unite to raise awareness and funds. Start or join a team, and help us honor Pat’s fight. See you September 12, 2026!
Personal Best Racing and Highpoint Health – Winchester/Sewanee with Ascension Saint Thomas presents a new venue for some amazing events!
Swim in the scenic Tims Ford Lake Bike around the scenic highways on beautiful backdrops * Run through town finishing with a boost of confidence and a medal!
September 19th, 2025
Sprint Distances - See course maps in course tab
300 yd Swim - 13.5 Mile Bike - 3.1 Mile Run
Duathlon
1 Mile Run - 13.5 Mile Bike - 3.1 Mile Run
Olympic Distances
1500 yd Swim - 24.5 Mile Bike - 6.2 Mile Run
Duathlon
3.1 Mile Run - 24.5 Mile Bike - 6.2 Mile Run
Athena and Clydesdale divisions, Aquabike and Relay divisions available
This race is USA Triathlon Sanctioned so all rules apply. Please visit usatriathlon.org to read the complete rules.
Personal Best Racing has a NO REFUND policy. No Exceptions. There is insurance available during your registration to purchase for these purposes.
Event Cancellation / Modification Policy - If Natural Disaster or Community Disaster occurs, our action steps are as follows:
1.Personal Best Racing in concert with local officials will make decisions based on safety first. 2. Courses and/or race segments will be altered as agreed to between Personal Best Racing and local officials 3. Financial: It is not financially feasible for Personal Best Racing to accept the risk of a disaster for everyone. Each registered participant needs to accept the risk of his or her entry fee. There will be NO REFUNDS or free entries to future races. The money you paid is spent developing the subject event. 4. Personal Best Management does not save any money if one of our events has to be canceled for reasons beyond our control. All supplies and services needed for the events are purchased and/or arranged in advance. All event supplies and services associated with that event must be paid for, regardless of the outcome.
Run4Kids - 5K, 1 Mile Walk, & Family Fun Fest
Saturday, September 19
Tennessee Riverwalk – Hubert Fry Center
9:00 am Race Start
10:30 am- 2:00 pm Festival
Ronald McDonald House Charities invites you to our 6th annual run, where participants come together to raise funds and provide a brighter future for families with critically ill or injured children. Be a part of this inspiring event and help us continue to keep families close through RMHC!