Southern Grit Endurance Challenge
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Event Overview
The Southern Grit Endurance Challenge is a multi-format timed event taking place in Parksville, Kentucky. It is held at the historic Rousey Home Place near Butchertown in northern Casey County, located in the "Knobs" region of south-central Kentucky. The landscape features steep wooded hills rising from farmland.
Event Format and Distances
Participants can enter timed running or rucking events. The event offers several duration-based categories:
- 3 Hour Run
- 6 Hour Run
- 12 Hour Run
- 24 Hour Run
- 3 Hour Ruck
- 6 Hour Ruck
- 12 Hour Ruck
- 24 Hour Ruck
A Pacer registration is also available. Winners in each running division are determined by the greatest total distance completed within the allotted time, measured by full laps. A special buckle is awarded for completing 100 miles.
Course and Support
The event uses a looped course. A main aid station is located at the start/finish line, providing water, electrolytes, snacks, and hot food. Water and Tailwind are also available on the course. Participants pass their personal tent or vehicle on every loop for self-aid. The event is cup-free, requiring participants to bring their own hydration system.
Logistics and Rules
Primitive camping for a 10' x 10' tent is available onsite on Friday and Saturday nights, included with registration. Restrooms are available, but no showers. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the premises. Headlamps are required for nighttime running. Visible race bibs are required for lap credit, as each lap is chip-timed. Pacers and crew are allowed.
Awards and Ruck Division
Awards are given to the top three male and top three female finishers in each running event duration. All finishers receive a special award. In the Ruck division, top overall male and female are awarded in each event duration. Ruck participants must carry a weighted pack on their back, with specific dry weight requirements based on participant weight, verified at weigh-in. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
