2024 Highlander Trail Fest

  • Date Sat 17th August 2024
  • Location Lucas, Kentucky
  • Price $22.20 - $54.00
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the 2024 Highlander Trail Fest, taking place on Saturday, August 17th, 2024, in the beautiful surroundings of Lucas, Barren. This exciting event offers something for everyone, featuring a thrilling 6K Trail Run, a Kids Fun Run, and multiple mountain bike races designed for all ages and skill levels. Participants can choose from a variety of races including the MTB-A (Cat 1 & 2) with four laps, the MTB-B (Cat 3) with two laps, and an E-Bike race that also covers two laps. Young cyclists can join the fun with the Kids Strider Race and the Junior MTB Race.

Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of racing and camaraderie, but your participation also supports a noble cause, with 100% of the proceeds going to SW KyMBA's trail building and stewardship efforts. Awards will be presented to top finishers in various categories, including a Trail King and Queen title for the best combined performance in the 6K, MTB A, and Time Trial events. Be among the first 225 registrants to secure your event T-shirt, and gear up for an unforgettable experience in the heart of

Organiser's Description

The 2024 Highlander Trail Fest is a Trail Run, Kids Fun Run, and multiple Mountain Bike Races for all ages & skill levels. 100% of proceeds go to SW KyMBA's Trail Building and Stewarding Efforts. Individual Events are: 6k Trail Run, Kids Fun Run, MTB-A (Cat 1&2), MTB-B (Cat 3 & Beginner), MTB E-Bike (Class 1), MTB-Jr (middle school age). Strider Race, Kids' MTB Race and lastly an MTB Time Trial. A Trail King and Queen will be awarded to top finishers for combined 6K, MTB A, & Time Trial.

Prizes will be awarded to Age group and overall winners in the 6k and in Overall competitions for the MTB A, B & TT races, respectfully. Event T-Shirts are included with your registration on a first come first serve basis. The first 225 shirts are provided while supplies last.

The MTB-A race (Cat 1 & 2) will be 4 laps. The MTB-B race (Cat 3) will be 2 laps. MTB E-Bike will be 2 Laps, The Junior category will be 1 lap. No Racing License is required. Depending on rider turnout we may elect to race in 1- or 2-min waves.

Both events are non-sanctioned but will follow RRCA & USA Cycling rules respectively.

THE 2023 HIGHLANDER TRAIL FEST SPONSORS WERE:
1. SW KyMBA Event Organizer & Title Sponsor
2. Parson's Construction (PCSI) Trail Builder & Lead Sponsor
3. Brian Macy Sports Medicine
4. Howards Cycle and Fitness
5. Nats Outdoor Sports
6. Compton Orthodontics
7. Blue Moon Port A Pot
8. Fee Family Foundation
9. Stephen Lee Ogden Design
10. Crowell Service Group Home Improvement
11. Eubanks World Championship Karate Academy
12. Big Foot Turkey Coffee
13. WKU ORAC
14. Covington Dental
15. INI Printworks
16. Central Ky Race Mgmt.
17. Houchens Insurance Group

18.USACE BRL

_Note: We will do everything in our power to pull off this event. However, In the event of severe weather or extremely muddy trail conditions, the race will be delayed at first, and then if absolutely necessary postponed under extreme conditions. We will not be able to offer refunds if you cannot attend a makeup date or if canceled due to weather as this event is a fundraiser. T-Shirts and race packets may be retrieved if you are registered and cannot attend. An announcement will be made for where and when to pick up your T-Shirt and Race Packet should the weather become an issue. The rain Makeup date is Sunday 8/18/24._



HIGHLANDER GRAND OPENING TRAIL FEST SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (All Times are Central Time)

7:00am Registration and Check-In Opens

8:00am 6K Trail Run STARTS (1 hr time limit)

9:05am Kids 1 Lap Fun Run STARTS

9:35am Running Awards

10:00am MTB 1 Lap Kids Race STARTS

10:30am Kids Strider Race STARTS

10:45am MTB A 4 Lap Race STARTS (2 hr time limit)

1:00pm MTB B 2 Lap Race & MTB Jr 1 Lap STARTS (1.5 hr time limit)

2:45pm MTB Time Trial Starts (10 seconds apart; A riders > B riders > Jr riders)

4:00pm MTB Awards

Notes:

1) E-Bikers will Race with B Riders and will start 1 minute before B Riders

2) Womens & Jr waves will start 1 minute after the mens wave, respectfully

3) 6K Trail Run - 1 Lap; MTB A - 4 Laps; MTB B - 2 Laps; MTB E-Bike 2 Laps; MTB Jr -1 Lap

4) Time Trial - 1 Lap Opposite Direction Course

Races

  • King / Queen of the Trail - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    CLOSED
    Best combined time of the 6K Run, MTB-A and Time Trial. Elev Gain Total for all events is 2,850ft
  • Trail Run 6K - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
    Race Course is one 3.8 mile Lap, Elev Gain is 465ft
  • Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (10:05AM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    Race Course is one .8 mile Lap, Elevation Gain is 100ft
  • Kids MTB Race

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (11:00AM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    Race Course is two .8 mile Laps, Elev Gain is 200ft, Parents are allowed to ride with their children. 1 Lap completion qualifies for a medal, winner of 2 completed laps gets a trophy
  • Kids Strider Race

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (11:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    50 yard race in the grass and parents are welcome to run along side their child
  • MTB a -4 Laps + TT 1 Lap - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (11:45AM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
    Race Course is Four 3.8 mile Laps for Cat 1 & 2 Racers, Elev Gain 1,850ft
  • MTB B Race- 2 Laps + 1 Lap TT - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (2:00PM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
    Race Course is Three Two 3.8 mile Laps for Cat 3 & Beginner Racers, Elev Gain 930ft
  • Junior MTB Race- 1 Lap + TT - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (2:05PM EDT)

    $32.80

    CLOSED
    Race Course is One 3.8 mile Lap for Middle Schoolers, Elev Gain is 465ft
  • MTB Time Trail -1 Lap Opposite a/B Race Direction - Individual Age Group/Open

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (3:45PM EDT)

    $32.80

    CLOSED
    Race Course is one 4 mile Lap in opposite direction of previous MTB Races with a slight modification, Elev Gain 535ft
  • Class 1 E-Bike- 2 Laps and Will Coincide With MTB-B Race as a Wave and Will Be Awarded Separately

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th August 2024 (2:00PM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
    Class 1 E-Bikes Only, Elev Gain 930ft

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Highlander Trail, Barren River Lake, 13500 Scottsville Rd, Lucas, 42156, KY, United States

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