Beast Of The East 100
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Beast of the East 100
Beast of the East 100 is an endurance running event held in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras, the race takes place within Crowders Mountain, where participants navigate a course that includes summiting peaks and running through rugged terrain. The event is designated as a Trail Sisters Approved Race.
The competition offers several distances to accommodate different goals:
- 100 Miler: 101 miles with approximately 17,925 feet of elevation gain and a 34-hour limit.
- 100K: 67.35 miles with approximately 11,862 feet of elevation gain and a 30-hour limit.
- 50 Miler: 53.79 miles with approximately 9,538 feet of elevation gain and a 30-hour limit.
- Marathon: 4,766 feet of elevation gain with a 10-hour limit.
- Half Marathon: 2,326 feet of elevation gain with no time limit.
The course utilizes multiple trails including the Tower Trail, Rocktop Trail, Crowders Trail, Pinnacle Trail, Turnback Trail, Fern Trail, and Ridgeline Trail. The ultra-distances involve multiple loops of this primary route.
Participants have access to four aid stations: Crowders Ridge, Wolf Base, 161 Aid Station, and Boulders Access. These stations provide water, Tailwind, and various food options such as fruit, pretzels, candy, and hot items like soup and bacon. Trekking poles are permitted for all runners. Pacers are allowed for the 100K and 100 Miler participants after the 50-mile mark. Finishers receive a medal or a buckle as a symbol of their completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
