Event Description
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of the Bear Creek Trail System in Robbins, NC?
If you're ready for a challenge, we've got one for you.
The superloop of Buzzard Rock Ultras is known for being the hardest 10 mile trail loop in Moore County.
Buzzard Rock Ultras is more than just a race; it's a journey through the most scenic and demanding trails the area has to offer.
Prepare to navigate a 10 mile loop that will push you to your limits with its rolling singletrack trails, punchy climbs, and scenic views along Bear Creek. Each loop boasts ~1,000 feet of gain (3,000ft total for the 50K) a trip to the top of Buzzard Rock, and a lap around the Robbins Reservoir.
Buzzard Rock Ultras is brought to you by the same team that has presented multiple events each year through the Bear Creek Race Series and the Bear Creek Trailathon endurance challenges.
This is our first time listing on UltraSignUp, the events are priced for accessibility, and we're as homegrown as it gets... but we don't skimp. You can expect the same level of effort and excellence that you would experience at any of our other events.
As always, the course will be well marked and aid stations fully stocked.
This is YEAR ONE of a brand new event we're introducing to the race series. With that being said, you can rest assured new course records are GUARANTEED to be set this year. Who says the record holder can't be you?
In the spirit of encouraging runners to try new and difficult things, this will be a "NO DNF" 50K! If you complete at least one lap and have to drop, you'll be moved to the 10 mile event to avoid receiving a DNF. That being said, this special grace will only be given because it's year 1 of Buzzard Rock Ultras. If this is your first 50K or you're looking for a race with a safety net, this is the event for you.
The cutoffs will be generous! 10 Milers have until the end of the event (50K final time-limit, 6PM) to finish. The cutoffs for the 50K will be generous as well (at miles 10 and 20) and will be outlined in the race-doc.
See our race website for more pictures / details.
Follow Updates
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Packet Pickup
Packet pickup Friday, Sept 20th from 6-9pm at Stellar Scoops Ice Cream Shop (right next to the start/finish)
Same day packet pickup will begin at 6am on race day (Sept 21st)
Course Description
Strava Route can be found here:
(CLICK HERE)
https://www.strava.com/routes/3248401102337032560
Swag
Stellar Scoops is a presenting sponsor of BRU.
T-shirts are available on their website (CLICK HERE)
There will be hand-painted wooden "medals" for each finisher. Top finishers (M/F) in each event will be awarded a custom "Buzzard Rock Ultras" coffee mug from Baldwin Pottery (Southern Pines)
Race Doc
The full race doc will be sent via email by the beginning of September.
UPDATE 1: Race doc was sent out on September 4th. If you didn't receive the email, please let us know.
Refund Policy
-Cancellation within 90 days of event date: There are no refunds, transfers or deferments within 90 days of event date
-Cancellation beyond 90 days before event date: Runners may receive half credit towards another Bear Creek Race Series event of equal or lesser value within this time frame
-Full credit pregnancy & military order deferral is offered and is good for 2 years of event date
Event's current local time: 1:32 PM ET