Black Gold 24hr and 12hr Endurance Challenge
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Black Gold 24hr and 12hr Endurance Challenge
The Black Gold Endurance Challenge is an endurance running and ruck event held on November 21, 2026 at Belfry High School in Belfry, KY. The event uses a 1-mile loop that begins and ends on the track and runs around the school parking lot. The course is described as generally flat with some downhills, and participants may choose to run the loop in reverse, which adds two hills.
Event formats include individual and relay options as well as a rucksack division with a specified weight requirement. Chip timing is used with timing mats, bib chips, and ankle timing bracelets for lap counting. Participants must cross the timing mat and keep their timing tag on to have laps recorded. A halfway timing mat is placed on the course and porta potties are provided along the route and near the start/finish area.
Support on site includes water, soda, Gatorade, pickle juice, coffee, and a variety of food items provided by the community and local restaurants. Parking is available next to the track. Sleeping options include tents, vehicle camping, and indoor lodging in the soccer locker room with showers.
Awards are given by category, including top male and female in the 24hr and 12hr, rucksack winners, top teams, belt buckles for mileage goals, and special awards for highest rucksack mileage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
