Rebecca Mountain 50 Mile
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Rebecca Mountain 50 Mile
The event is the 10th annual Rebecca Mountain trail races near Sylacauga, Alabama. Distances offered:
- 50 Miler
- 50K
- 25K
The 50 Miler is a point-to-point course on the Pinhoti Trail from Porter’s Gap to the Sylaward Trails at Lake Howard. The route combines approximately 31 miles of single-track on the Pinhoti Trail, forest service roads, and about 12 miles of Sylaward single-track. Total elevation gain for the 50 Miler is listed at approximately 5,171 feet. The 50K follows the 50 Miler course for the first 19 miles before joining forest roads and the Sylaward Trails to the finish. The 25K is a lollipop course on the Sylaward trails around Bill’s Creek Loop with start and finish at Lake Howard.
Time limits are specified for the distances: the 50 Miler has a 16 hour limit and the 50K has a 10 hour limit. Aid stations are provided along the courses at named points including Pinnacle, Powerline, Bulls Gap, Rebecca Tower (drop bag), Trammel, Bill’s Creek Loop, and the finish; mileage for each station is provided by the organizer. Restrooms will be available at the start and finish. Bus transportation from Lake Howard to Porter’s Gap is available for a fee; parking at the start is limited and race-morning parking procedures are in place. Packet pickup, results posting, awards for top finishers, and a finisher medal are part of the event. Camping is available at Lake Howard for a small donation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
