Race Details

This is a timed event with a twist.

These rules are unbending or the format doesn’t work. That means no exceptions. Like, you have to follow the rules.

How it works:

At 7am, all runners start a 4.1667 mile lap. All runners have 59 minutes and 59 seconds to finish the lap. At 8am, all runners start lap #2… and so forth.

Winning:

On your hot lap, all runners will be racing for time. For example, all 6 hour finishers will have finish time of 5:XX:XX [h:mm:ss] that determines his or her respective place. All 6 hour runners will have completed 25 miles.

Runners competing in 12 hours will continue until their respective race.

Every runner will have 1 result, respective of the time/distance selected during registration.

Fail to finish a lap under 1 hour, or fail to finish the selected distance will result in a Did Not Finish.

1 Hour = 4.1667 Miles

3 Hours = 12.50 Miles

6 Hours = 25 Miles

12 Hours = 50 Miles

Rules:

-There are no early starts.

-There are no late starts.

-Runners must be at the start line before the starting whistle.

-You cannot leave the course until the lap is complete.

-If you finish late (60minutes or longer), you’re out.

-If you fail to finish an entire lap, you’re out.

-Every runner is allowed their own aid/crew tent near the start.

-Real estate for your aid/crew tent is first come, first serve.

-You cannot stash items on course.

-You must finish each lap under your own power (crew cannot assist on course).

-You are not allowed a pacer.

-The course is run on the honor system. It is open to friends, family, and the public but we expect runners to follow the rules.

-No littering

Can I race multiple distances?

-No. Choose the race you’d like to compete in when you sign up. This is the only result you will receive.

Can I run more laps than the 1, 3, or 6 hour?

Yes. The course is open and we’ve almost always had a runner do extra laps for a personal goal. Your result will be your result though. For example, if you race the 3 hour and choose to do 3 more laps, you simply did an extra 3 laps on your own. Your race result will be the 3 hour.

Can I upgrade distance mid race?

-Only if you pay the cost difference.

What if I win the 1, 3, or 6 hour lap but I’m racing the 12?

-You’re a beast. Good for you.

Still only get one finishing result.

What if I finish 3 or 6 but DNF before 12 hours?

-You will accept the crushing DNF with beauty and grace.

“Can I change my registration to a lower distance?”

-We will accept changes up to registration close. Once registration closes, you cannot drop to a shorter distance. You may make these changes on your own in Ultrasignup.

More info in our “Policies/FAQs” tab.

Big Springs Park in Cotter Arkansas

Big Springs Park Map location

Big Springs Park Park Info

This is a great event for the family. There’s fishing, swimming, a rope swing, and playground at the venue.

Friday, 5pm - 7pm - Packet pick-up and gear check at the pavilion in Big Spring Park, Cotter, AR.

or

Race morning starting around 6am

No camping on Friday. Runners may stay (camp) through the duration of the event, once it commences on Saturday.

or

Multiple cabins and vacation rentals in the surrounding area. Patronage is always appreciated.

Saturday:

6:00am - Packet Pickup and Tent Setup

6:45am - Final announcements

7:00am - Lap #1 begins

8:00am - Lap #2 begins… and so forth

Every lap of 4.1667 miles must be completed under 1 hour or you receive a DNF.

This is held on a mostly flat, straight, 2.08 mile multi-use trail. The course is out then back with no turns. It is unnecessary to have a map - you cannot get lost.

Almost none. It measures to about 15 feet of gain per mile. Almost all is concentrated in one small hill.

The turnaround is clearly defined. The rest of the course is not marked. You cannot get lost.

The surface is mostly fine crushed gravel with minimal technical features.
It follows the White River, offering shade, a wide path, and minimal mud if it rains.

Hot and humid.

But with a delightfully cold swimming hole on site.

Use “Cotter Arkansas” for weather predictions.

We will provide water and some basic nutrition at the pavilion.

You are expected to be mostly self sufficient from lap to lap.

On Hours 6, and 12, The One More Yard Cafe will provide meals to all runners.

We do not provide cups. Bring your own water bottle.

Because this event is unique, we do not follow the Standard Syllamo Events Menu.

You can expect:

Hydration: Electrolyte mix, ginger ale, Coca-Cola, and water

Sports Nutrition: various gels or chews

Maybe solid foods such as pickles

Post race/In Race meals by the One More Yard Cafe at hours 6 and 12.

We do not supply NSAIDS or other pain relievers.
Basic first aid will be at the Start/Finish.

You cannot leave items on course. All gear and nutrition must be carried with runner or left at the runners personal aid station/tent near the start corral.

There will be meals served for runners after hours 6, and 12.

Family and friends can eat too, by purchasing an extra meal ticket during registration.

All of our events are low waste, low trash events. We do not provide plates, bowls, cups, or flatware.

Custom laser engraved awards.

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