Carolina Reaper Challenge (50k - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)

🔥 Welcome to the Annual Carolina Reaper Challenge

We are pleased to bring a new and exciting twist to four different distances including the 50k, marathon relay, half marathon, and 5-mile distance. This will be great for the first-time finishers of these distances as well as give a new challenge to all the speed demons out there! If you have done it in the cold, why not test your grit in the heat? We have simply duplicated the Snowbird Challenge for all you true southern heat seekers out there!

☀️ Race Overview

• Event Date: 2025-07-12
• Location: 144 Civic Center Blvd, Anderson, SC
• Distances: 50k, marathon relay, half marathon, 10k
• Website: Carolina Reaper Challenge

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Race Experience

Lace up your sneakers and prepare to sweat as you navigate through the picturesque routes of South Carolina's hottest season. The Carolina Reaper Running Race isn't just a test of physical endurance—it’s a celebration of resilience and determination. Each mile conquered brings you closer to the finish line, where victory awaits alongside fellow athletes and cheering spectators.

🥇 Awards & Recognitions

• Finisher Medals: Medals for all who finish at least 2 laps
• Overall Awards: Awards for top 3 Male & Female in all distances
• Relay Teams: Teams of 2-4 runners completing 12 laps in a timed format
• Personal Records: Aim to achieve your best time!

🗓️ Important Details

• Packet Pickup: 1 Hour Prior to your race start time near starting line
• Course Map: Course Map HERE
• Aid Stations: Water, Coke, Ginger Ale, and snacks available
• Community Contributions: Participants are encouraged to donate to aid station supplies

📍 Venue & Parking Information

Address for the civic center: 144 Civic Center Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621. Please note the location will be on your RIGHT and follow event parking arrows down Jim Ed Rice Parkway to the designated areas.

⏱️ Timing and Laps

All participants will receive a bib number and timing chip during packet pickup. We will record lap splits for each runner to determine final race standings.

📅 Lap Schedule

• Lap 1: 8:00 am
• Lap 2: 8:45 am
• Lap 3: 9:30 am
• Lap 4: 10:15 am
• Lap 5: 11:00 am
• Lap 6: 11:45 am
• Lap 7: 12:30 pm
• Lap 8: 1:15 pm
• Lap 9: 2:00 pm
• Lap 10: 2:45 pm
• Lap 11: 3:30 pm
• Lap 12: 4:15 pm

🍀 Course Description

The course at the Civic Center of Anderson Sports Complex consists of paved walking paths and a small section of road. This location offers amenities like indoor bathrooms and shade canopies.

🍉 Aid Stations

There is one aid station at the start and finish line providing various snacks and hydration. Participants are encouraged to bring their own hydration vessels.