Articles

Belgian Ultrarunner Karel Sabbe's Record-Breaking Pacific Crest Trail Run Showcased in New YouTube Documentary

Explore Karel Sabbe's record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail run in a riveting documentary. Jour..

Trail Running: How it Can Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Trail running is an effective way to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve physical and mental he..

Trail Running vs. Road Running: Which One Is Right For You?

When it comes to running, there are two primary options to choose from: trail running and road..

F.I.T. 50k

Name: F.I.T. 50k
Start: 2027-06-05
End: 2027-06-05
Location: Cumberland

Cumberland, United States • 5 Jun 2027

F.I.T. 50k

The F.I.T. 50k is the inaugural ultramarathon held on 6 May 2027 in Cumberland, Rhode Island. The event distance is 50k and the listed venue address is 1464 Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864, US.

Organizers describe the event as appropriate for runners attempting the ultra distance for the first time as well as for experienced trail runners. The course surface is reported to be roughly 50% smooth, non-technical trails and 50% moderately technical trails.

A generous cutoff time is provided so that runners of varying abilities can complete the distance. Registration opens 22 May 2026 at 12:00 and closes 1 August 2026 at 23:59. The registration fee is $65.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Rhode Island Cumberland

Race information

Registration

50 km

50k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Friday Aug 7

Anchor Down Ultra

Bristol

Backyard Ultra

A seaside set of timed ultra-marathon events at Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, offering 6 hour, 12 hour, and 24 hour formats with separate entry periods and fees.

Saturday Aug 8

Tarc Summer Classic

Trail Animals Running Club holds 10M, 50K and 40M trail races on a mostly forested 10-mile loop at Noon Hill Reservation in Medfield MA.

Saturday Aug 15

Watermelon Wobbler 5k

Wrentham

5 km

A 5K off-road trail run, walk, and hike at White Barn Farm through Wrentham conservation land. The event is part of the Farm to Trail 5K Series and raises funds to support local agriculture and food pantry donations.

Sunday Aug 23

Old Goat Track Club XC Classic

Sutton

5 km

A 5K cross country race at Waters Farm in Sutton Massachusetts that opens the USATF New England XC Grand Prix series. Separate men's and women's open races, on site registration, and a post race awards ceremony.