In 162 days · Sat, Mar 6, 2027
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When
Saturday, March 6th, 2027
Where
Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs NC
Distance
Ultra
Typical weather
42–62°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
58–80°F
dry
2025
41–55°F
dry
2024
52–59°F
rain
2023
41–69°F
dry
2022
59–78°F
dry
2021
35–52°F
dry
2020
40–57°F
dry
2019
25–41°F
dry
2018
35–49°F
rain
2017
33–65°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Holly Springs Race Against the Sun is back for our fourth year!
Event Details
- Date: 2027-03-06
- Location: Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, NC
- Website: Race Information
- Options: New 100 Mile option with a 30hr cutoff, 24hr and 12 hour individual formats, and team relay options (24hr 6 person or 12 hour 4 person).
Course Information
- Trail Loop: 4.167 mile loop featuring the beauty of Bass Lake and Sugg Farm.
- Not a Last Man Standing: The event is designed for preparatory practice for Last Man Standing events.
- Pacing: Complete a full loop every hour to achieve 50 miles in 12 hours and 100 miles in 24 hours.
Ruck Division
- Gear Check: Mandatory equipment check for Ruckers.
- Weight Requirement: 20 lb pack if you weigh < 150 lbs.
- Weight Requirement: 30 lb pack if you weigh > 150 lbs.
- Loops: Must carry your pack every loop.
Course map
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