Carolina Reaper Challenge (50k - 13.1 - 10k & Relay)

Welcome to the Hottest Race This Side of the Grave…

The Carolina Reaper Challenge!

Are you brave enough to survive the Carolina Reaper Challenge? The Reaper awaits.

About the Race:

• Burning Challenge: Get ready to feel the burn as you lace up for the Carolina Reaper Running Race.
• Various Distances: Whether you're tackling the 5-mile, half marathon, 50k, or the team relay, you're about to test your grit.
• Location: Navigate the 2.62-mile loop at the Riverwest Nature Preserve in the intense Southern heat.
• Survival Race: Conquer the loop within 45 minutes per lap—or risk being left behind in the flames!

Race Day Details:

• When: All event distances start at 8:00am and packet pickup begins at 7am.
• Where: Riverwest Nature Preserve.
• Address: 2959 New Easley Hwy, Greenville, SC 29611. *Attention: Be careful when crossing the median.
• Parking & Drop-Off: All participants will park in the old driving range area, approximately 150 meters from the Start/Finish line.

Athlete Village / Staging Area:

• Location: The Athlete Village will be located between the Start and Finish lines, serving as a central hub for all runners.
• Items to Bring: You're welcome to bring a 10x10 canopy, cooler, chair, and anything else to help you recover.
• Proximity: On-site tent setup is the best way to stay close to the action.
• Course: Run on a PAVED 2.6 mile loop in the 240-acre Riverwest Nature Preserve.

Distances:

• 5 Miles: Short & fiery.
• Half Marathon: Devilishly tough.
• 50k: Ultra pain, ultra evil.
• Relay: Pass the torch... straight from hell.

Loop Schedule:

• Lap 1: 8:00am - The Reaper's Call.
• Lap 2: 8:45am.
• Lap 3: 9:30am.
• Lap 4: 10:15am.
• Lap 5: 11:00am.
• Lap 6: 11:45am.
• Lap 7: 12:30pm.
• Lap 8: 1:15pm.
• Lap 9: 2:00pm.
• Lap 10: 2:45pm.
• Lap 11: 3:30pm.
• Lap 12: 4:15pm.

Race Distances:

• 50k: 12 Loops (Conquer the Reaper!)
• Relay: 12 Loops (A Team of 2-4 Runners).
• Half Marathon: 5 Loops.
• 5 Mile: 2 Loops.

Race and Timing Format:

• Timing Chip: You’ll receive your timing chip upon packet pickup.
• Lap Timing: After each lap, we'll record your lap split.
• Time Limit: Complete each lap in 45 minutes or you'll be left in the heat.
• Last Lap: The last lap counts the most!

Aid Stations:

• Fuel Up: Aid station at the start/finish with snacks like pickles, cookies, chips, pretzels.
• Hydration: Available at aid stations (water, coke, ginger ale).
• Cup-less Event: Bring your own hydration vessel—no cups, only your vessel of survival!
• Stay Prepared: Ensure you hydrate well before and during the race.

Join Us:

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned speed demon, test your limits in the heat with like-minded souls. Come for the race, stay for the heat. And remember, the Reaper’s always watching.

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