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The Gamble

Name: The Gamble
Start: 2025-04-06
End: 2025-04-06
Location: Hendersonville

Hendersonville, United States • 6 Apr 2025

The Gamble is an exciting running event scheduled for April 6, 2025, in Hendersonville, NC. Participants will tackle a unique challenge where a dice roll at the start determines the number of laps to run on a ~1.67 mile loop, resulting in a total distance ranging from 3.33 to 20 miles. The course features a mix of terrains, including dirt trails and paved paths, with aid stations providing basic hydration and nutrition. Proceeds support The Run828 Foundation and North Carolina Mountain Trail Runners. Participants are encouraged to bring their own hydration containers, as the event is cupless. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Hendersonville

Race information

Website Registration

3 mi

Minimum 3.33 Miles, Maximum 20 Miles

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

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