Racin' the Station Duathlon
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 8:15AM CDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $42.34 - $83.68
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Racin' the Station Duathlon on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the vibrant city of Huntsville, Madison! This unique non-sanctioned USAT Run/Bike/Run event challenges participants to race against the International Space Station (ISS) as it completes its orbit around Earth in just 91 minutes and 12 seconds.
The event kicks off at 8:15 AM at the historic Army's Redstone Arsenal, a notable site where NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center is located. Athletes will take on an exciting course featuring a 3.14 km (1.95 miles) run, followed by a 23 km (14.3 miles) bike ride, and concluding with another 3.14 km run. This thrilling race not only tests your speed but also offers a chance to connect with fellow competitors in a lively atmosphere.
Please note that participation is limited to U.S. citizens, and access to the Arsenal is restricted. Local residents are encouraged to obtain a recreation badge in advance, while others may need to arrange for escort. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to challenge yourself and race the stars!
The event kicks off at 8:15 AM at the historic Army's Redstone Arsenal, a notable site where NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center is located. Athletes will take on an exciting course featuring a 3.14 km (1.95 miles) run, followed by a 23 km (14.3 miles) bike ride, and concluding with another 3.14 km run. This thrilling race not only tests your speed but also offers a chance to connect with fellow competitors in a lively atmosphere.
Please note that participation is limited to U.S. citizens, and access to the Arsenal is restricted. Local residents are encouraged to obtain a recreation badge in advance, while others may need to arrange for escort. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to challenge yourself and race the stars!
Organiser's Description
Racin the Station Duathlon is a non-sanctioned USAT Run/Bike/Run event where the
participants will race the International Space Station (ISS) as it completes one Earth
orbit91 minutes & 12 seconds. Marshall Space Flight Center will track the starting
location of the ISS at the race start time and see who beats the Space Station by
completing the event before the 91-minute & 12-second mark.
Run pi = 3.14 km = 1.95 miles
Bike e^pi = 23 km = 14.3 miles
Run pi = 3.14 km = 1.95 miles
Race starts at 8:15am on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Race is located on the Army's Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL where NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center is also located. Only US citizens are allowed on the Arsenal (unless already badged for official business). Locals that do NOT have access are encouraged to get a recreation badge (rec badge) through the Army (weeks in advance). Those that don't have access to military bases will either have to be escorted by someone who does have access (ride with another racer or spectator) or the race director will work access for you through the security process described during registration.
participants will race the International Space Station (ISS) as it completes one Earth
orbit91 minutes & 12 seconds. Marshall Space Flight Center will track the starting
location of the ISS at the race start time and see who beats the Space Station by
completing the event before the 91-minute & 12-second mark.
Run pi = 3.14 km = 1.95 miles
Bike e^pi = 23 km = 14.3 miles
Run pi = 3.14 km = 1.95 miles
Race starts at 8:15am on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Race is located on the Army's Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL where NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center is also located. Only US citizens are allowed on the Arsenal (unless already badged for official business). Locals that do NOT have access are encouraged to get a recreation badge (rec badge) through the Army (weeks in advance). Those that don't have access to military bases will either have to be escorted by someone who does have access (ride with another racer or spectator) or the race director will work access for you through the security process described during registration.
Races
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Racin' the Station
Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$42.34
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Racin' the Station - Male Relay Team
Incl. $5.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$83.68
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Racin' the Station - Female Relay Team
Incl. $5.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$83.68
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Racin' the Station - Co-Ed Relay Team
Incl. $5.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:15AM CDT)
$83.68
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