Spider Mountain Trail Race
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Event Overview
The Spider Mountain Trail Race takes place at the Spider Mountain Bike Park in Burnet, Texas. This location features the state's only lift-served mountain bike park, providing a distinct environment for night-time trail running. The event serves as a practical setting for participants to practice climbing, descending, and night running techniques.
Course and Lift Experience
A notable feature of this event is the inclusion of the quad chair lift. Participants in the youth event utilize the lift to reach the top of the mountain before running the course downhill to the finish line. The trails are designed to allow runners to test mountain running equipment and nutrition strategies in a nocturnal setting.
Available Distances
The event offers a variety of time-based and fixed-distance challenges:
- 12 hour individual and relay options
- 9 hour trail race
- 6 hour trail race
- 12 Miles trail run and ruck options
- 8 Miles trail race
- 4 Miles trail run and ruck options
- 1 Mile youth trail run for ages 12 and under
Registration and Timing
The race utilizes a mass start format for all distances. Official rankings and awards are determined by "Gun Time," which measures the duration from the official start until the participant crosses the finish line. "Chip Time" is also provided for personal reference, tracking the duration from when a runner specifically crosses the start line until they finish. Participants registered by the late April deadline receive a shirt, while those who register later receive alternative event swag such as trucker caps or neck gaiters. All youth finishers receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
