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Notes to participants:
We will be using MyLaps timing transponders. These are not the same as Race Results chips. They can be rented for $5 per day on the registration page.
General Policies:
*Event sizes will be limited to 500 people.
*Each racing field will be limited to 75 riders per category.
*Covered Pit Bays are available for rent from Roebling Raceway for $50 per day. Please contact the track at 912-748-4205 to reserve.
The Georgia TT Endurance Challenge for 2026 - Sept 12-13
The inaugural Ga TT Event in 2025 was a great success and I am happy to report we will have it again in 2026. This event is 1 of 6 UltraCycling Events (UCE) in the growing Catalog of events on the WUCA calendar.
We are also honored to be the site of the World UltraCycling Association (WUCA) - 6-hr North American Champsionship. To enter this event select the 6-hr Non-Drafting (WUCA Champ) event in the list.
This is a great route to rack up your ultracycling miles. Ride virtually flat, low traffic roads while you ride the 29 mile loop during the day. The 29-mile route will go from New Ebenezer Retreat Center to the sleepy little town of Clyo and back. With hardly any trucks and low traffic you will enjoy the peace and serenity of South Georgia during the last weeks of summer. For the 24-hour riders, at night there is a 6-mile night loop so you will only be at a max 3 miles from the start-finish at any point. It also loops from the New Ebenezer Retreat Center to a large traffic circle and back to a nice 3-lane wide dead-end for 2 easy turns.
There will be 100-mile, 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour events complete with gender , 5-year age groups, and all bike type categories. As well as solo, and 2x-8x teams. There is something for everyone!
RAAM Qualifier: The 24-hour non-drafting will be a RAAM qualifier (RQ). RQ is 400 Miles for men and 370 miles for women (and 60+ men).
Important Dates:
Aug 12, 2026 - Last Day to register and order a custom 2026 Sav-TT-Endurance t-shirt, jersey and/or Medallion
Sept 11, 2026 (Fri) - 5pm - Final day for online registration
Sept 11, 2026 (Fri) - 4pm - 7pm - Packet pickup and onsite registration
Sept 12, 2026 (Sat) - 5:30am-6:30am - event day packet pickup and late registration
Starting Day Activities/Schedule: Start on Sept 13th - 7:00am
6:00-6:45am - All riders pick up their RFID chips at the start-line
6:45am - All riders meet at start line to go over final announcements
7:00am - All drafting riders are released together- drafting riders go first
Finishing Activities/Schedule:
Sept 12th - approx 1:00pm - 6 hour cyclists are finishing
Sept 12th - 11:00pm - 5:00pm - Century cyclists are finishing in this window
Sept 12th - approx 7:00pm - 12 hour cyclists are finishing
Sept 13th - approx 7:00am- 24 hour cyclists are finishing
Awards will be at the Start/Finish line after each event as soon as the final rider is in and results can be tabulated - usually within 15-30 minutes.
Main Venue: The hub of the event will be the New Ebenezer Retreat Center. The address is 2887 Ebenezer Rd, Rincon, GA 31326. Drive down Ebenezer road (about 3 miles from the traffic circle) almost to the very end. When you see a cemetery on the left, the retreat center and parking lot is just past it with plenty of room for parking. There will be portable toilets near the crew and pit area for easy access.
The New Ebenezer Retreat Center is a great venue with lots of history. Visit their web-site for more info: https://www.newebenezer.org It is abounding in inexpensive sleeping. https://www.newebenezer.org/our-services - Sleeping reservations must be booked in advance with your Race Director - who must pay the total fee at one time. Email [email protected] to set up what you want. Last day to book any sleeping or meals reservations is Sept 1, 2026.
The large cities of Pooler and Georgia also have many standard hotels that can also meet your needs. Most are within 20-30 minutes of the race site.
Packet Pickup and on-site Registration:
New for 2026 - For $5, I will mail your packet to you so all you have to do is check in at the start line at 6:30am Sat morning and pick up your RFID chip. You can select this option at check-out. I will mail you everything about 2 weeks before the event.
To your packet up in person - go to the race directors tent set up by the edge of the road in front of the parking lot. The address is 2887 Ebenezer Rd, Rincon, GA 31326
Fri, Sept 11, 2026 - 4pm - 7pm - Packet pickup and late registration
Sat, Sept 12, 2026 - 5:30 - 6:30am - event day packet pickup and onsite registration
Awards will be given at this location after each event as soon as results can be tabulated - Usually within 15 minutes.
The Events:
There will be 4 primary events at Georgia TT Endurance Challenge: 100 Mile, 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour Challenges.
Each event will have the following categories: gender, 5-yr age-groups, all bike types, non-drafting or drafting, supported or self-supported, solo as well as 2 thru 8 rider teams.
All 6, 12, and 24 hour timed events will follow this format:
Ride the 29-mile Ebenezer-Clyo loop until you cannot ride another one before your time expires (or gets dark for 24-hr & 500 mile riders), then
Ride the 6-mile loop on Ebenezer Road between the Retreat Center and the traffic circle
The 100-Mile (Century) event will follow this format
Ride the 29-mile Ebenezer-Clyo loop 3 times, then
Ride the 6-mile loop on Ebenezer Road 2 times - for a total of 102 miles.
Courses:
29-mile loop: The 29-mile loop leaves from the main road in front of New Ebenezer Retreat center, turns right at the traffic circle, then right on Stillwell-Clyo road all the way to Clyo, makes a U-turn right as the road takes a sharp left (There will be a sign and arrows on the road so you know where to turn), and then head back to New Ebenezer by the same route, passes by the start-finish to a small cul-de-sac at the end of Ebenezer road and ¼ mile back to the start/finish line.
Strava Course GXP you can view and download to your GPS Unit: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51451933
Video of 29 mile loop: https://youtu.be/jjd5RR1hoeU
6-Mile loop: The 6-mile loop starts at the same start-finish and goes for 3 miles to the traffic circle where you head straight back and passes by the start-finish to a 3-lane wide bulb at the end of Ebenezer road and ¼ mile back to the start. Just 2 easy turns each 6 miles on perfectly flat and smooth pavement.
Strava Course GXP you can view and download to your GPS Unit: https://www.strava.com/routes/3337187575046476868
Video of 6 mile loop: https://youtu.be/qvRqMyI8gxI
Event protocol:
All events and riders will start and finish at the entrance to the Timing Tent setup next to the road directly in front of the main building.
All riders will leave together at 7am , letting the drafting riders take the lead.
All 6 & 12-hour riders will ride the 29-mile Ebenezer-Clyo loop continuously; if they cannot complete another loop before their time runs out, then they ride the 6-mile loop until their last lap has gone beyond their time.
All 24-hour riders will ride the 29-mile Ebenezer-Clyo loop until dark, then they switch over to ride the 6-mile loop until their last lap has gone beyond their 24-hour time.
The Century riders will ride 3 loops of the 29-mile course and 2 loops of the 6-mile course for a total of 102 miles.
If you are in any non-drafting category, you must honor the “non-drafting zone”. We have adopted the USA Triathlon (USAT) definition of this ‘zone’: as a “rectangular area seven 7 meters long (23 feet) and two 2 meters wide (6.5 feet) surrounding each bicycle”. This will provide a sufficient non-drafting area around each cyclist.
This event is also aligning with the World Record setting standards within World UltraCycling Association (WUCA). This format allows all riders to ride until the very end of their timed event. No more of “If you can’t make it around the loop before the time expires - you are done”. Everyone will be encouraged and allowed to complete the current lap they are on until their time event expires. Your distance covered during your final partial lap will be prorated based on your final lap time that way you get maximum distance for your event time..
Follow vehicles and crew Info:
29-Mile Course Support rules:
If you are riding in the supported category on the 29-mile you are allowed to have a personal support vehicle on the course to assist you. These are the rules for your crew:
You may not directly follow your rider as that would present a dangerous situation with so many riders on the road. If you are seen doing this, your rider will be immediately disqualified from the event and required to stop.
You may be on the course and stop at a pre-arranged location to hand off food or drink to your rider or offer any other type of assistance they need. Clyo is a great place for this and is 15-miles away.
Your rider may call you if they need mechanical aid and you may drive to, and stop anywhere on the course to offer mechanical aid as long as it is done off the road.
Handoffs from the support vehicle while it is moving are not allowed. If you are seen doing this, your rider will be immediately disqualified from the event and required to stop.
During the 29-mile loop, supported riders may have their crew set-up anywhere along the route as long as they are completely off the road and not on private property.
6.0 Mile Loop Support rules:
Each rider is allowed to set up a single “support area” along Ebenezer Road. (You cannot park your cars along the edge of the road in front of Jerusalem church or New Ebenezer Retreat Center). It is a very small walk from the New Ebenezer parking lot to set up whatever you want along the road. It can be a small event tent with chairs, cooler, etc. It must be totally off the road. Since home base is at the retreat center it is highly encouraged that you use the area as close to it as possible.
Where to park your vehicle:
There is no lighting or access to electricity in the parking area so 24-hr riders and crew need to make sure to supply whatever you need in this regard. You are allowed to run a low-noise generator if you need to.
If your cyclist has a mechanical issue on either course you are allowed to ride out to them to help them. At that point you have 2 options:
Repair or replace their bike and let them continue on, or if that cannot be done
Bring them and their bike back to the Retreat Center to see if it can be repaired there. If it can, then you must take them back to the exact spot you picked them up at so they can continue your lap. (If you do this, you must let your Event Director know)
Support crew is permitted to hand-off food and drink to their riders from the roadside while the rider is moving. If the riders need to come to a full stop, they must be off the road so they do not interfere with any other rider.
Riders, when you are riding past all the support areas, ride near the left side of your lane (the center of the road) in this designated area so there is no conflict with those slowing down for handoffs or entering the road from a pit-stop.
Self-Supported Category:
If you ride Self-Supported, this means that you are “totally” self-supported. You should carry with you everything you need to fix most issues that might arise, but especially a flat tire. You cannot have anyone help you in any way in the Self-Supported Category. If you get in a bad way on the course (something you cannot fix yourself) and need to call for help, call your Event Director and he will arrange for a SAG vehicle to assist you (no guarantee on time). At this point you must either abandon and take your mileage at that spot - or try and repair your bike and change to the Supported Category.
Awards and souvenirs:
A Georgia TT Medallion is included in your registration fee. It will be given out during the award ceremony and will have your results printed on the back.
During the online registration, you will have the opportunity to purchase custom t-shirts, Cycling Jerseys, or extra Medallions for yourself and your crew. The deadline to preorder is Sept 1, 2026. There will also be a limited supply of Sav-TT t-shirts, Cycling Jerseys, and Medallions available to purchase during onsite registration and packet picket.
An Awards and Recognition Ceremony will be held after each event. Everyone will be recognized for their achievement and have an opportunity for a photo with their medallion and crew. Special recognition will be provided for top overall place in each category.
Awards and recognition ceremonies will be held individually for each event as soon as the results for each event can be tabulated after completion. Award ceremonies will be held at the Start/Finish line - look for the podium - everyone gets recognized and a photo op.
Misc Info:
Many Thanks to New Ebenezer Retreat Center for opening their doors to our event. Please note that no pets are allowed on New Ebenezer property.
Lastly, we are very fortunate that the New Ebenezer Retreat Center has graciously allowed us to use their neighborhood for our event. PLEASE be considerate of the guest, resident, and all drivers you are sharing the road with. Keep off private property and keep noise to a minimum at all times. Use the time immediately after your event (while you are waiting for the award ceremony) to remove all personal items and all trash from your support area.
FAITH IS OUR SHIELD. HEALING IS OUR MISSION. "Put on the full armor of God." Ephesians 6:11
Our mission is to stand as Avengers defending Mental Health- called to take our place, put on the full armor of God, and stand firm in faith. We recognize that the battle for mental wellness is real, but it is not fought alone. Guided by God's strength, inspired by courage of Avengers and protected by His armor, we unite to raise awareness, break stigma, and support healing for those affected by mental health challenges and PTSD. The fight belongs to the Lord, and together, we walk forward with courage, hope and faith. Guided by faith and united in purpose, we stand as defenders-protecting minds, restoring hope and walking together toward healing.
"For the battle is not yours, but God's." 2 Chronicles 20:15
Join us for the 5th Annual 910; Brett J Morris Avenger Foundation Defenders of Mental Health 5K, where faith meets action. Together, we run to break stigma, raise awareness, and stand strong for those battling mental health challenges and PTSD. We invite participants of all ages to become DEFENDERS of MENTAL HEALTH for a day of fun, fellowship, and impact.
RACE-DAY HIGHLIGHTS & PARTICIPANT INTERACTIONS
Dress as a Defender: Show your heroic side! Dress as a superhero, Avenger, "real life hero" (first responder, health care provider, military), or faith-inspired defender/biblical character. Capes, masks, shields, crosses, or armor-themed accessories are encouraged-let your creativity shine!
Hero Squads: Join as a team and run together as a squad. Example teams: Guardians, Shield Bearers, Faith Force, or Hope Warriors. Squad members will receive matching bib stickers and can participate in group shout-outs and photos.
Costume Contest: Compete for glory! Categories include:
Best Defender/Avenger Costume
Best Faith-Inspired Hero
Best Squad Team
Most Creative/Fun
Best Mental Health Awareness Theme
SHIELD WALL PHOTO STATION: Strike a pose at our superhero photo station! Use our shields, capes, and masks to create epic memories. Photos are perfect for social media and sharing our mission.
ARMOR UP STATION: Before the race, pick up a wristband or sticker representing Faith, Hope, Courage and Strength. Symbolically put on your "armor" as you prepare to run.
PRAYER SHIELD WALL: Write your name, a friend/family/coworkers name, a word, or an intention on a paper shield and place it on our prayer wall. We will have volunteers pray over these during the race.
VIRTUAL HERO ENGAGEMENT: Join our online community before the race:
Take our "Hero Name Generator" quiz to discover your Defender Identity (Mind Guardian, Shield of Faith, Hope Warrior, etc.) and then add your Hero Name to our Hero Name Wall on Race Day. Take the quiz and share your superhero name with us using #DefendersofMentalHealth https://play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/whats-your-superhero-name
Share your superhero story on social media with our hashtag: #DefendersofMentalHealth #AvengetheBattleWithin #FaithisOurShield #HeroesAssembleforHealing
RACE DAY INFO AND REGISTRATION
Early Bird Registration Jan 1st-Feb 16th $40
Open Registration Feb 17th-August 20th $50**
Late Registration August 21st-September 18th $60
VIRTUAL REGISTRATION CLOSES Sept 4th
**Registration DEADLINE FOR GUARANTEE OF Shirt, Coin, Swag Bag is September 4th, 2026
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
SPECIAL EDITION 5th Annual commemorative coin (received when you cross finish line on game day)
T-shirt/Tank and SwagBag (only guaranteed if registered by Sept 4th and must pick up by race day to guarantee)
Prizes, Awards and Certificates for those that qualify
1 FREE Raffle Ticket for our Giveaway (additional available for purchase)
Snacks and Drinks
WINNERS GIFTS/PRIZES:
FREE PAIR OF SHOES for Top Male, Top Female and Top Rucker.
$50 Gift Card to GameChangers for 2nd Place
$25 Gift Card to GameChangers for 3rd Place.
Top Age Group Awards and Certificates (100U-10U age groups)
History of our Foundation: Our non profit 501c was started in 2022 in memory of 20 year Army Veteran, Brett J Morris. Brett served 8 combat tours as 3/160th Night Stalker and a combined 20yrs of service as a US Army Reservist. Brett lost his battle of PTSD, chronic pain and depression by suicide on Sept. 10, 2021. Our proceeds go back to families in our military, 1st responders and youth communities who are struck by loss, tragedy or hardships. In addition, we offer multiple athlete scholarships to our local schools, as well as, invest in social and community events to educate, bring hope and show God's love through all those who are affected by mental illness.