The Underground Circus 100
The Underground Circus 100, is a no DNF race😊. It is being held on our beautiful scenic Kennesaw Mtn. Trail. The Trail leads to several scenic views throughout the area such as 18th century homes and battle sites and breathtaking sunsets and sunrises for our runners whom tackle anything 24 hours or longer. The route will consist of mixed trail with a few rocks and roots, normal trail scenery plus gravel road and asphalt to finish it off. You’ll have access to an indoor bathroom at the Texaco gas station and any items you’ve forgotten to bring to make your race major, there’s a Publix, Chipotle and a few more fast food restaurants. It’s 8 miles out to the convenience stores then you simply turnaround and run 8 miles back. There will be a timing mat and several volunteers to help assure you’re running the full distance plus you’ll get signed in each loop The route is fast relatively flat asphalt which is surrounded by a grass trail so you can run on either, distance is the same. The trails are beautiful: trees, wooded areas so if want trail it's waiting for you. The trail will be open to the public but there is always someone at the 2 aid stations. The race has a small town feel to it as I am around the course all day until the last runner is finished. The start of the race is close to the airport kinda it’s 20 minutes away and the hotels are everywhere even as close as 6 minutes to the start. This race is perfect for a 1st time Ultrarunner whom may not be used to staying up all day and night as my bike and volunteers will always be around to assist.Your main assistance is a fully stocked (aid station) will be supplied with cups, sports drink as well as various snacks, I would encourage you to bring your go to items especially for the overnight runners. If you have a restricted diet bring your items for the race. I love you guys but please come prepared.The RD is on hand the entire time checking in on you. The RD has the final say on DQ. If you do not cross the timing mat your lap isn't counted. There are many walkers/runners throughout the day but the night you must have a headlamp or some form of reflective gear for your safety. The only wildlife is deers and possibly a snake but again some of the route is trail so remember we’re in their space not the other way around. Please please please do not litter!! If you’re caught littering you’ll be forever banned because I had to move my race from one site of 5 years due to littering by runners. So please just keep it with you until you get to our trash cans. Saturdays are busy in Atlanta especially when it's hot and it's usually 85-95 degrees during July so sunscreen 😉 and stay hydrated . There are no sharp turns or non marked trails so no chance of getting lost. You only job will be run as much as you want. Remember don't stress about not making cut offs because we can always drop/change you to the timed events if you miss a cut offs. This is a challenge but definitely NO STRESS and the RD and volunteers are definitely here to help you. Pacers can sign up for the 6/12 hr to help you out. We want to see you finish ❤️. All proceeds go to helping the homeless. Please donate by bringing socks, underwear toothpaste toothbrushes please and thank you.
AWARDS
100 MILE customized brass buckle with black background with raised lettering!! 50M and under receive finisher awards and everyone gets a certificate of their distance and time.
Race Details
This race truly is great for a first time Ultra runner and or for someone looking for a flat course with a few small inclines in which you can get a fast time. You will get to run your desired distance, there is no chance of DNF!! You can drop down distance even during the race and you can go up in distance too. Just pay the difference please.
Volunteers
All volunteers receive some race swag as well as free entry to next year’s event. You must volunteer 8 hrs any shift for free entry. Thank you for helping ☺️!!
Race Weekend Schedule
July 4th 600am packet pick up begins for all distances. START TIMES 7:00AM100M 36HRS!! 50 MILE LIMIT 20HRS!! If you need more time for any distance I recommend signing up for the timed events so you can run as many miles as you can without stress. We're here to help and encourage you to get to your goal
Refund Policy
No refunds but you can transfer to another distance but no refunds and unfortunately cannot save your race fees for the following year😪 We strictly enforce COVID 19 guidelines , hand sanitizer and sanitizer wipes will be available for all of any specific needs please contact me well before the race.
Transfer of Distance
You can upgrade to a longer distance, just PAY the difference in pricing also you have until race day to truly decide what distance you want to transfer to. You can also downgrade to a lower distance but no refunds on the distance. There is NO REFUNDS especially since this is a fund raiser for the homeless. Outside of the supplies every dollar goes to my non- profit and it's tax deductible. You cannot transfer your race to someone else.
Event's current local time: 5:33 PM ET
