24+ Hours of Brake the Habit

MAY

30-31

2026

Test your limits at 24+ Hours of Brake the Habit in Marlinton WV, a 24 to 30 hour team adventure mixing trekking, mountain biking, packrafting and navigation. Choose routes and checkpoints for a strategic endurance challenge.

30-31 May 2026

Marlinton, West Virginia

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Event details

The 24+ Hours of Brake the Habit is scheduled for Saturday May 30 to Sunday May 31, 2026 in Marlinton, West Virginia (709 Second Avenue, Marlinton, WV 24954). The event will take place in Pocahontas County and is planned to run over 24 to 30 hours, with the final timeframe to be announced after course vetting. It is a USARA Regional Qualifier for the 2026 National Championships and offers a $800 prize to the top premier-division team.

Course format and rules

Teams of 2 to 4 people will complete a multi-discipline course that includes trekking, packrafting, mountain biking, and navigation. Checkpoints are optional while transition areas (TAs) are mandatory. There will be a required minimum portion of the course; teams may skip some checkpoints or choose routes to reach the finish. Scoring is points-based, with the team that earns the most points in the least time declared the winner. Route choice and navigation are part of the competition.

Packrafting details

Packrafting is included and teams may need to carry rafts and gear overland during one race leg. The overland mileage on that section is expected to range from a minimum of 3 miles to a maximum of 5 to 6 miles. Teams will not be required to bike while carrying packrafts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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