RACE DATE, October 18, 2025
IMPORTANT pre-race email
We send an email to all registered runners on 10/16/2025. Check your spam if you don't see it. There is IMPORTANT information that you need to successfully run the race.
We also post a link to the letter on our Facebook page and on our website.
Runner photos are posted on Jenny Thorsen Photography website. You can copy and paste this link.
https://jenniferthorsen.smugmug.com/2025-races/Soul-Crusher
Read pre-race email we sent all registered runners
If it went to your spam, you can copy and paste the link below and it will take you to the pre-race email.
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Soul-Crusher.html?soid=1128337192380&aid=4wGQaZsJlwo
Challenge the course! Will it crush your soul?
Challenging, fun, Freundly Bone decorated race course that is meant to take you on an adventure through our favorite park! You will laugh, cry, and have the time of your life!
Single track trails through the gorgeous forest of Veteran Acres & Sternes Woods. The infamous "Jeff's" mix up your adventure every year to make a "5ish" mile loop. They love to give a little bit of bonus miles on their favorite sections!
AMAZING RACE SWAG!
RACE SWAG!
Soul Crusher race shirt
Skeleton Finisher medal
All distance finishers get a amazing medal
IMPORTANT TO READ
The race start line is in the middle of the park in a very special place. Allow yourself a 30 minute walk to get to the start line. Follow the yellow flags on the path to start line, follow pink flags to follow the race course- with some humans pointing you along the way.
READ PRERACE EMAIL SENT TO ALL RUNNERS https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Soul-Crusher.html?soid=1128337192380&aid=4wGQaZsJlwo
Rules
1. Get registered early to be guaranteed the shirt size you want. We will order extras shirts for those that signup later, but sizes may be limited. We will make sure you get cool swag (shirt or baseball cap) though no matter what.
2. 3 hour and 30 minute time cut off
3. Be prepared for "fun" surprises
4. Be prepared to Get Ornery on the TRAILS!
Carry a water bottle or hydration vest- cup-less race!
Packet Pickup
Friday evening- Ornery Mule Trailhead, 824 S. Main Street #102
5-8 pm
Saturday morning 6:30 am to 7:30 am at Veteran Acres
Park in the Main Parking lot: 431 Walkup Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
The race start line is in the middle of the park in a very special place. Allow yourself a 30 minute walk to get to the start line. Follow the pink flags on the path, with some humans pointing you to get to the "fun" starting line.
Note from your course Directors- copy and paste strava link to get a glimpse of the race course
Here’s a glimpse of what you may see on race day. Subject to change in the upcoming weeks as we are still tweaking the course.
https://strava.app.link/vT31acYfljb
The course is a generous 5 and 10 miles but we don’t charge any extra for the bonus mileage. You can thank us later. As an additional bonus, once you pickup your packet you will have a very nice 15-20 minute stroll to the starting line. We don’t charge for the warmup stroll either, that is entirely free.
Warmest regards,
Your deviant race course directors, Jeffrey Lenard and Jeff Goodmanson.
***We are going to have FUN!
Deferral Policy
Deferrals:
We take pride in working hard to keep our race prices down. In an effort to keep our cost low, we have come up with this policy.
Rollover policy.
Rollover Race entry as long as you let us know by 70 days before event. Do this on Ultrasignup
50% OMR race credit as long as you do this by 25 days before event. Do this on Ultrasignup
NO EXCEPTIONS. OUR POLICY IS FAIR AND CLEAR ON REGISTRATION. WE NEED THIS TO PLAN FOR A SUCCESSFUL EVENT
Early bird pricing until July 30th, 2025
10 mile- $69.00
5 mile- $47.00
Plus Ultrasignup fees
Interested in Coaching or Nutrition Services?
What's included?
- Custom Plan & Training Adjustments: You’ll get a custom plan designed to help you reach your goals. We know life happens, that’s why your coach will adjust your plan as needed. We’ll accommodate for your schedule, commitments, and any unexpected events.
- Coach Communication: We’ll match you with a coach who understands your needs and can support you to reach your goals. Plus, you can communicate with your coach via phone, text, video, or email. You get to choose. Your coach will stay up-to-date with your progress through a free Final Surge account.
- Race Preparation: We’ll match you with a coach who understands your needs and can support you to reach your goals. Plus, you can communicate with your coach via phone, text, video, or email. You get to choose. Your coach will stay up-to-date with your progress through a free Final Surge account.
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Event's current local time: 9:00 AM CT
