Onyx by Double Black Events

🏞️ Event Overview

We are returning to the comp track at McDowell Mountain Regional Park for another great Onyx event. All skill and experience levels welcome.

🔍 About the Onyx Race

Onyx completely reimagines the concept of a trail race. Competing for points rather than the quickest time, you'll discover this race challenges you in new ways.

• Personalized Experience: Runners can select their preferred route mix with diverse terrain, distance, and challenge levels.
• Scoring Points: Earn points by opting to bring back either a flag or a sandbag from the route's turnaround point.
• Inclusivity: The Onyx Race has been purposefully crafted to ensure athletes of all capabilities can excel.
• Recovery Zone: Take advantage of our Recovery Zone when necessary.

🏁 Select a Race

This Onyx will have 2 timed divisions to choose from: Onyx (4 hours) and Onyx Ultra (8 hours). Choose the time frame that favors your strengths!

🏃‍♂️ Run and Score

During the race, feel free to mix and match any of the 5 trails available, repeating as many times as you’d like.

• Multiple Trails: Choose to bring back a flag for standard points or a sandbag for 1.5 times the points value for each route.
• Wristbands: Earn wristbands for each route you complete.
• Diverse Distances: Trail routes will range from 0.5 miles to up to 12 miles roundtrip.
• Flexible Strategy: Create your personal strategy in choosing routes.

🍽️ Fuel Up

Upon finishing each out-and-back lap, you’ll arrive back at our Points Tent and Recovery Zone, where you can fuel up before heading back out.

🏆 Climb the Leaderboard

Should you join for the competitive element, you’ll have the ability to monitor your score and view the leaderboard after each lap.

• Monitoring Scores: Keep track of your progress throughout the event.
• Awards Ceremony: Awards will be given to the top 3 male/female finishers in each timed category.
• Challenge Yourself: Know your strengths, set your strategy, and challenge yourself.
• Excitement: Enjoy the thrill of competition in a supportive environment.

🎁 What's Included

• Raffle Ticket: Ticket for our post-race raffle.
• Swag: Free finisher swag.
• Nutrition: Nutrition items from our sponsors.
• Finisher Awards: Recognition for your achievement.
• Aid Stations: Well-stocked aid stations and recovery area.
• Media: Access to free photos and videos from the race.

Please Note: a $7 entry fee to McDowell Mountain Regional Park is required at the gate by the county. Card or exact change only.

🗺️ Course Map

Official course map will be released two weeks prior to the event.

📅 Race Day Program

An official race day program will be sent out one week prior to the event. It will include everything you need to know in order to have a great day.

🔗 Event Link

For more information, please visit the race page: Onyx Race Page.