Bad Beard Events Stump Jump 50k
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Stump Jump - Signal Mountain
The Stump Jump is a trail race offering two distances on sandstone-strewn single-track atop Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge. The course is roughly 90 percent single-track and passes overlooks with views of the Tennessee River Gorge and lush coves with cascading streams, hemlock, and rhododendron.
Distances offered:
- 50K
- 10 Miler
Aid stations are staffed and marked. Runners are asked to bring a cup; aid stations will provide water, Gatorade, and snacks, and some stations may offer coke, ginger ale, gels, Oatmeal Creme Pies, pickles, chips, PB&Js, and fruit. The race uses course markings and local volunteer aid staff. Crews and drop bags are not allowed; trekking poles are permitted.
Cutoff policy is enforced: a 10-hour finish cutoff applies, with intermediate cutoffs at mile 14.5 (4 hour) and mile 23.3 (7 hour). Participants asked to stop by race officials will be provided transportation back to the start/finish.
Extras for entrants include shirts, a post-race meal, and beer from a local brewery. Shoe demo vendors are often onsite. Camping is available at the start/finish on the soccer fields with tent space and limited RV access but no hookups; restroom access is at the pavilion and a small camping fee supports the local school. The race has been held for multiple years and attracts local and visiting trail runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
