Bald Unyielding Twilight Trail Trial
- Date Sat 22nd February 2025
- Location Mount Morris, Illinois
- Price Free - $75.20
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the 5th Bald Unyielding Twilight Trail Trial on Saturday, February 22, 2025! Set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Morris, Ogle, this unique event invites ultra running enthusiasts to test their mettle in one of Illinois' few timed night races. With three exciting race distances to choose from—12 hours (6 PM to 6 AM), 6 hours (6 PM to midnight), and 3 hours (6 PM to 9 PM)—participants will have the chance to push their limits in the dark and experience the thrill of night running.
This event promises a fun and engaging atmosphere, complete with prizes for the top female, male, and non-binary runners in each time category. Whether you prefer to race fast, walk, or take your time, the goal is simple: complete as many loops as possible! Runners will have access to a well-stocked aid station and are encouraged to bring their own gear, including a headlamp and weather-appropriate clothing. With limited spots available for just 100 runners, be sure to secure your place early to join in on this unforgettable adventure under the stars!
This event promises a fun and engaging atmosphere, complete with prizes for the top female, male, and non-binary runners in each time category. Whether you prefer to race fast, walk, or take your time, the goal is simple: complete as many loops as possible! Runners will have access to a well-stocked aid station and are encouraged to bring their own gear, including a headlamp and weather-appropriate clothing. With limited spots available for just 100 runners, be sure to secure your place early to join in on this unforgettable adventure under the stars!
Organiser's Description
THE 5TH BALD UNYIELDING TWILIGHT TRAIL TRIAL
The 5th Bald Unyielding Twilight Trail Trial
Try saying that quickly, or after youve been out all night on the trail, and youll see how it goes. It is one of the few timed 12HR, 6HR, and 3HR Ultra running events in Illinois, and it is in the dark! Great opportunity to test your night gear, your cold weather gear (possibly), and your ability to stay on your feet during the night. 100 TOTAL RUNNERS GRAB YOUR SPOT EARLY! Hosted by the Rockford Road Runners, Inc. Our thanks to the Byron Forest Preserve District for allowing us in the beautiful facility with the largest Eastern Cottonwood tree in the state.
Saturday, February 22nd all races starting at 6:00 pm. (Briefing for all runners at 5:45 p.m.)
Three race brackets; 12 Hour, 6 Hour, 3 Hour
12HR: 6PM-6AM
6HR: 6PM-12AM
3HR: 6PM-9PM
Packet Pick Up; "On race day you'll grab your swag and bib, simple as that."
Prizes for top female, male. and non-binary for each time grouping only: the most loops win. Run fast, run slow, walk fast, walk slow, however you want! Simplicity at its finest, just get the loops in. 1F,1M,1NB. 9 total prizes, thats all. Prizes will be announced some time. Probably on race day! Could be some useful thing, or some weird handmade tchotchke thats unique and one of a kind. The suspense will likely not be worth it, but its fun to ponder and pine away all the same.
There will be 1 aid station with combined gear storage/bag drop. For those racing the longer times, you may wish to bring a camp chair to ease in gear changes or have a seat whilst eating." The gear storage/bag drop will be on tarps exposed to the elements. Its recommended you have a proper sealed gear bag with your name on it and please keep the size reasonable; a cubic cubit (~18x18x18) should suffice. The aid station will have 2 pop-up tent/gazebos with a heater, tables of food and drink, a fire pit, some camp chairs, and the park benches.
Aid station will have the usual foodstuffs. The aid station will be there to help you get hydrated and fueled, tempt you with fire and warmth, and test your patience with various forms of music or noise. The race directors are known for tormenting people with music, youve been given fair warning. A restroom of the portable fashion will be placed in the parking lot area. There are no other facilities in the preserve.
12,6 & 3 HR Gear Requirements All runners will need to bring a head lamp, temperature appropriate clothing, and your chosen vessel for carrying fluids.
Race Accommodations: None. There is no camping at this event. There are some hotels nearby in Oregon if youre coming from a ways off. Parking is also a premium at this site (6 spaces total, one being occupied by our precious porta-potty), so please carpool and youll be parking along N. Silver Creek Rd. just to the south of the entrance of the preserve and its only ~3/8 mile long to the start.
PACKET PICK UP
Packet Pick Up; On race day you'll grab your swag and bib, simple as that.
The 5th Bald Unyielding Twilight Trail Trial
Try saying that quickly, or after youve been out all night on the trail, and youll see how it goes. It is one of the few timed 12HR, 6HR, and 3HR Ultra running events in Illinois, and it is in the dark! Great opportunity to test your night gear, your cold weather gear (possibly), and your ability to stay on your feet during the night. 100 TOTAL RUNNERS GRAB YOUR SPOT EARLY! Hosted by the Rockford Road Runners, Inc. Our thanks to the Byron Forest Preserve District for allowing us in the beautiful facility with the largest Eastern Cottonwood tree in the state.
Saturday, February 22nd all races starting at 6:00 pm. (Briefing for all runners at 5:45 p.m.)
Three race brackets; 12 Hour, 6 Hour, 3 Hour
12HR: 6PM-6AM
6HR: 6PM-12AM
3HR: 6PM-9PM
Packet Pick Up; "On race day you'll grab your swag and bib, simple as that."
Prizes for top female, male. and non-binary for each time grouping only: the most loops win. Run fast, run slow, walk fast, walk slow, however you want! Simplicity at its finest, just get the loops in. 1F,1M,1NB. 9 total prizes, thats all. Prizes will be announced some time. Probably on race day! Could be some useful thing, or some weird handmade tchotchke thats unique and one of a kind. The suspense will likely not be worth it, but its fun to ponder and pine away all the same.
There will be 1 aid station with combined gear storage/bag drop. For those racing the longer times, you may wish to bring a camp chair to ease in gear changes or have a seat whilst eating." The gear storage/bag drop will be on tarps exposed to the elements. Its recommended you have a proper sealed gear bag with your name on it and please keep the size reasonable; a cubic cubit (~18x18x18) should suffice. The aid station will have 2 pop-up tent/gazebos with a heater, tables of food and drink, a fire pit, some camp chairs, and the park benches.
Aid station will have the usual foodstuffs. The aid station will be there to help you get hydrated and fueled, tempt you with fire and warmth, and test your patience with various forms of music or noise. The race directors are known for tormenting people with music, youve been given fair warning. A restroom of the portable fashion will be placed in the parking lot area. There are no other facilities in the preserve.
12,6 & 3 HR Gear Requirements All runners will need to bring a head lamp, temperature appropriate clothing, and your chosen vessel for carrying fluids.
Race Accommodations: None. There is no camping at this event. There are some hotels nearby in Oregon if youre coming from a ways off. Parking is also a premium at this site (6 spaces total, one being occupied by our precious porta-potty), so please carpool and youll be parking along N. Silver Creek Rd. just to the south of the entrance of the preserve and its only ~3/8 mile long to the start.
PACKET PICK UP
Packet Pick Up; On race day you'll grab your swag and bib, simple as that.
Races
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3 Hour but^3
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Yet to Be Determined!
Sat 22nd February 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$54.00
All runners will start and finish at the aid station along the southern ridge of the park west of the park entrance. The course will be approximately 2 miles per loop. Elevation will be approximately 70-115 feet per mile. Runners will have 3 hours to complete as many loops of the course as possible. Top female & male runners with most total loops, (a partial loop does not count), will be the winners. -
6 Hour but^3
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Yet to Be Determined!
Sat 22nd February 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$64.60
All runners will start and finish at the aid station along the southern ridge of the park west of the park entrance. The course will be approximately 2 miles per loop. Elevation will be approximately 70-115 feet per mile. Runners will have 6 hours to complete as many loops of the course as possible. Top female & male runners with most total loops, (a partial loop does not count), will be the winners. -
12 Hour but^3
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Yet to Be Determined!
Sat 22nd February 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$75.20
All runners will start and finish at the aid station along the southern ridge of the park west of the park entrance. The course will be approximately 2 miles per loop. Elevation will be approximately 70-115 feet per mile. Runners will have 12 hours to complete as many loops of the course as possible. Top female & male runners with most total loops, (a partial loop does not count), will be the winners. -
Volunteer - but^3 - Many Ways to Help
Incl. It Is a Surprise!
Sat 22nd February 2025 (4:00PM EST)
Free
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