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Recover From The Holidays 50K

Name: Recover From The Holidays 50K
Start: 2024-12-31
End: 2024-12-31
Location: Huntsville

Huntsville, United States • 31 Dec 2024

The "Recover From The Holidays 50K" is an annual running event organized by the Huntsville Track Club, taking place on New Year's Eve. This low-frills, budget-friendly race features a 50K distance, consisting of ten 3.1-mile loops on rolling cross-country grass trails. Participants have an 8-hour cutoff to complete the race, with a strict policy on lap starts and finish times. While the event emphasizes self-sufficiency with limited aid stations, runners can set up personal support stations every three miles. This race serves as a festive way to conclude the ultrarunning season and connect with fellow runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Huntsville

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50 km

50k

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