The Hydra
Event summary
Runners can choose from two exciting race distances: the challenging 50K or the adventurous half marathon-ish. The 50K event features an individual race and a team relay option for up to five runners, where each participant will tackle five separate loops, ranging from 5 to 7 miles each. The twist? The order of the loops is a surprise, adding an element of unpredictability to your journey as you race to collect treasures and become the ultimate Hydra Slayer! For those seeking a slightly less daunting challenge, the half marathon-ish option offers two randomized loops, each 6 to 7 miles long, allowing you to experience the thrill of the trails alongside the 50K competitors.
Are you ready to take on The Hydra and create unforgettable memories in the great outdoors? Don’t miss out on this thrilling race day adventure!
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Races
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50k Individual
Incl. $6.10 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$91.10
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50k Age / Gender Graded Relay
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
The age graded relay will apply age-gender-grading factors of the Masters Long Distance Running Council of USATF. The calculator that this race uses were approved by USATF for 2020. The factors are applied to real time results to adjust for age and gender in order to help even the playing field for a more competitive race.
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$75.20
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50k Age / Gender Graded Relay - Bulk Rate
Incl. $17.25 Fee & T-Shirt
The age graded relay will apply age-gender-grading factors of the Masters Long Distance Running Council of USATF. The calculator that this race uses were approved by USATF for 2020. The factors are applied to real time results to adjust for age and gender in order to help even the playing field for a more competitive race.
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$342.25
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1/2 Marathon-ish
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
"-ish" - You are running on trails...and the distance will be as close to 13.1 as possible, but...
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$75.20
Organiser's description
According to Greek mythology, the Hydra is a monstrous, snake-like creature with multiple heads, one of which is immortal. If a warrior manages to cut off one of these heads, two more will grow back in its place.
Rumor has it that the Hydra has been seen roaming the trails of Brunswick Nature Park, keeping a close eye on his treasure, ready to challenge any trespassers who dare to come searching for his riches. So...are you ready for an adventure?
The Ultra Running Guys bring you a new unique race experience where your mission is to conquer the 5 heads of the Hydra and collect the treasure that is protected by each.
All events will start at 8:00 am!
50K EVENTS
For the 50K events, there will be an individual event and a team relay event (up to 5 runners), and the objective is to complete each of 5 separate loops, collect the treasure that awaits on each loop, and return with it to prove you conquered that head of the Hydra.
The 5 loops will be varying lengths of approx 5-7 miles, for a combined total course distance of 31ish miles (50Kish).
But here's the twist: the order you run the loops will be completely random. Thats right. You won't find out what loop is next until you finish the previous one. You or your team will complete all 5 loops as your adventure takes you throughout Brunswick Nature Park.
Chances are that you will have no idea who is in first place or last place because other runners may or may not be running the same loop as you. The first runner / team to successfully collect all the treasure is the victor, aka The Hydra Slayer(s).
HALF MARATHON-ISH
If the 50k sounds daunting, we have added a 1/2 marathon-ish option for you that will allow you to experience the Hydra on a 2 loop course. Like the 50k, your first loop will be randomized and you will be sharing the course with the 50k events.
Just because it is 2 loops doesn't mean it is going to be easy. This is a trail event and each loop will be 6-7 miles that takes you throughout most of Brunswick Nature Park.
Are you ready to take on The Hydra?
Location
2601 River Road SE, Winnabow, 28479, NC, United States
The Hydra
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