Dam Yeti 50
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Dam Yeti 50 - Abingdon, VA
The Dam Yeti event weekend features multiple trail race distances centered near Abingdon, Virginia, with start and finish areas at Whitetop Station and local Abingdon venues. The event includes designated long distance options and a shorter challenge run offered the following day.
Distances offered:
- 50 Miler
- 55K
- Pepsi Challenge 25K
Course details note an early downhill segment of approximately 9.8 miles with National Forest views, followed by about 6.9 miles that approach the town of Damascus. The route passes a well known broken Pepsi machine between Damascus and Alvarado. The 50 mile is run as an out and back with a pacer pickup option; the 55K runs as a single point route. Cutoffs are published for each distance.
Logistics include a cupless policy so a hydration pack or bottle is required. A morning shuttle from the Abingdon trailhead is provided and self drop at the start is allowed. The course is described as well supported with crew access points. Timing services are provided by a professional race timing company. The event is part of a multirace series called From Start to Heart, with a limited series registration option that covers multiple races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
