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The Roy Abernathy Legacy Race

Gastonia, United States • 17 Jan 2026

Located in Gastonia, North Carolina, the legacy race is a trail event at George Poston Park offering 50K, 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances. Courses feature a mountain-bike style trail with a 3-mile trail loop, and a separate paved 1-mile loop; the longer races start on a soccer loop heading to the Spencer Mountain loop and back. Trekking poles are allowed; the course is rated about 4/10 difficulty. The event supports brain deterioration and learning disabilities research; medals are handmade pottery unique to each finisher. Fully stocked aid stations, no dogs or strollers, 10-hour cutoff, results listed on UltrasignUp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Gastonia

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