Cannonball Run
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Event details
The Cannonball Run is a trail running event at Broxton Bridge Plantation in Ehrhardt, South Carolina, presented by Palmetto Ultras. The event formats include a 34-hour race, a Last Man Standing format, a ruck division, and a youth option for runners 14 and under. Registration closes Wed, Apr 8 at 11:59 PM ET. Primitive camping is included with registration and access to a bathhouse with toilets and hot showers. RV sites and two on-property bed and breakfast rooms are available through Broxton Bridge.
- 34-hour race
- Last Man Standing format
- Ruck division
- Kids registration (14 and under)
Course, logistics, and rules
The course is a 3.3-mile loop over dirt roads, double-track trails, and grassy sections with about 49 feet of elevation gain per loop. One aid station at the start/finish will be stocked with snacks and drinks including water, sodas, coffee, PBJ, chips, gummy candy, pretzels, and hydration mix. Packet pickup is at the aid station/merch tent on Friday evening.
Last Man Standing runners must complete each 3.3-mile loop within a 48-minute cycle and return to the start line every cycle to remain in the race. Warnings are given at 5, 2, and 1 minute before each loop cutoff. Finishers who complete at least one loop receive a medal. Runners who reach 100 miles receive a buckle. Ruck weight standards: 20 lb if under 150 lb, 30 lb if over 150 lb. Cancellation policies allow race credits in specified withdrawal windows; refunds are not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.