King of the Mountain
- Date Sat 14th August 2027
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Pelham, Alabama
- Price $31.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the King of the Mountain race on Saturday, August 14th, 2027, in Pelham, Shelby! This unique 5K adventure takes participants through the stunning and rugged terrain of Oak Mountain, with a thrilling elevation gain of approximately 1,100 feet over just 3.1 miles. Starting at the North Trailhead, runners will navigate a series of challenging climbs, including the notorious Outback Highway, before reaching the breathtaking King's Chair for a well-deserved water break.
This race is not just about endurance; it's also about earning your title! With only two prestigious awards up for grabs – the King and Queen – this event promises fierce competition. Women who finish first can claim both titles, while anyone who completes the course in under 40 minutes will be knighted. Each participant will receive a headband, sticker, finisher pin, and enjoy delicious food and drinks post-race. So, lace up your running shoes and prepare to tackle the Southeast's toughest 5K – it's an adventure you won't want to miss!
This race is not just about endurance; it's also about earning your title! With only two prestigious awards up for grabs – the King and Queen – this event promises fierce competition. Women who finish first can claim both titles, while anyone who completes the course in under 40 minutes will be knighted. Each participant will receive a headband, sticker, finisher pin, and enjoy delicious food and drinks post-race. So, lace up your running shoes and prepare to tackle the Southeast's toughest 5K – it's an adventure you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Race start is at NORTH TRAILHEAD [https://maps.app.goo.gl/hZT9HKfXjNGFsDXD8]
Beginning with a short service road start, runners will quickly sort themselves before entering the single track of Blue Trail. After some rolling uphill, you will take a hard left up one of Oak Mountain's gnarliest climbs, and my favorite training hill, Outback Highway! Once summitted, good news, the most grueling stretch is behind you. But you still have 2.5 miles of rugged Alabama terrain. After the next, shorter, and gentler hill, you will crest over onto one of my favorite top-outs with boulders towards a slippery pine straw downhill. Next is a walk-worthy climb to your halfway point, your water station, and the crown of this race: King's Chair! After a quarter mile of mostly runnable trail, you will come to your second toughest, but final climb to Eagles Nest. From there, it's about a half mile of technical downhill till you get back to Red Road for a fast finish. But make sure you watch your ankles here!
Each participant gets a headband, sticker, finisher pin, food, beer, coke, and some gnarly climbs!
There are only two awards in this race. The King, and the Queen. However, if a female wins overall she is both King, and Queen, unless another female gets second. In that case we will have a lady King (first overall), and a lady Queen (second overall). Men are not eligible to win the Queen award. However, anyone who beats 40 minutes will also be knighted.
So, come test your grit with the Southeast's toughest 5k. ~1,100 feet of climbing, and descending over only 3.1 miles, on Oak Mountain's rugged terrain. _
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Packet pickup will be morning of, at North Trailhead
Race start is at NORTH TRAILHEAD [https://maps.app.goo.gl/hZT9HKfXjNGFsDXD8]
WEBSITE [https://www.ruggedsoulstrailruns.com/#anchorkom5]
ALLTRAILS [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/king-of-the-mountain-5k-e2bca05]
STRAVA [https://www.strava.com/routes/3462649986595376390]
Beginning with a short service road start, runners will quickly sort themselves before entering the single track of Blue Trail. After some rolling uphill, you will take a hard left up one of Oak Mountain's gnarliest climbs, and my favorite training hill, Outback Highway! Once summitted, good news, the most grueling stretch is behind you. But you still have 2.5 miles of rugged Alabama terrain. After the next, shorter, and gentler hill, you will crest over onto one of my favorite top-outs with boulders towards a slippery pine straw downhill. Next is a walk-worthy climb to your halfway point, your water station, and the crown of this race: King's Chair! After a quarter mile of mostly runnable trail, you will come to your second toughest, but final climb to Eagles Nest. From there, it's about a half mile of technical downhill till you get back to Red Road for a fast finish. But make sure you watch your ankles here!
Each participant gets a headband, sticker, finisher pin, food, beer, coke, and some gnarly climbs!
There are only two awards in this race. The King, and the Queen. However, if a female wins overall she is both King, and Queen, unless another female gets second. In that case we will have a lady King (first overall), and a lady Queen (second overall). Men are not eligible to win the Queen award. However, anyone who beats 40 minutes will also be knighted.
So, come test your grit with the Southeast's toughest 5k. ~1,100 feet of climbing, and descending over only 3.1 miles, on Oak Mountain's rugged terrain. _
_
Packet pickup will be morning of, at North Trailhead
Race start is at NORTH TRAILHEAD [https://maps.app.goo.gl/hZT9HKfXjNGFsDXD8]
WEBSITE [https://www.ruggedsoulstrailruns.com/#anchorkom5]
ALLTRAILS [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/king-of-the-mountain-5k-e2bca05]
STRAVA [https://www.strava.com/routes/3462649986595376390]
Races
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5k
Incl. Headband
Sat 14th August 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$31.00
Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/kings-climb-71ad16a
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