Jed Smith Ultra
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Jed Smith Ultra Classic
The Jed Smith Ultra Classic on February 6, 2027 is organized by the Buffalo Chips Running Club and marks the 49th edition of the event. The race offers multiple looped distances and is limited to 250 entrants.
- 50 miles
- 50K
- Marathon
- 30K
- Half Marathon
The course is USATF certified and is nearly identical to the record-setting layout used for a past world masters championship marathon. The event uses a 4.85 mile loop that crosses the Guy West Bridge at the Sacramento State campus and the Watt Bridge at Watt Avenue. The route is mostly flat and follows a paved bike path and some wide dirt trails along the American River Parkway. Several USA and Canadian age group records have been set on this course.
There are two aid stations: the main station at the start/finish area and a secondary station about three miles away on the north side of the river next to the Howe Avenue Bridge. Aid stations will be stocked with water, soda, GU sports drink, single-serve candy, gels, salty snacks and other ultra food. Cups will be limited and runners are encouraged to bring their own containers. The loop format allows personal mini aid stations in the Watt Avenue parking area off to the side.
Online registration closes February 3, 2027 at 11:59 pm. Packet pick-up and race day registration occur on race morning in the start/finish area; there is no pre-race day pick-up. All entrants receive a long-sleeved shirt in men's and women's sizing, and all finishers receive a hand-crafted wooden medal. Free parking near the start/finish is included with entry. The race is held rain or shine and there are no refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
