Strolling Jim
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Strolling Jim 40 Miler
The Strolling Jim is a road ultramarathon held in Wartrace, Tennessee, using a figure eight loop through local back roads and small towns. The event includes a 40 mile race and a marathon option and has been held for more than 45 years. The start and finish area is centered at 101 Spring Street near the town fountain and the finish is in front of the Walking Horse Hotel.
Packet pickup and a course tour are organized at the race tent by the fountain. Runners receive a race shirt and bib with safety pins at packet pickup, and all finishers receive a finisher medal. Color shirts and top finisher trophies are awarded to qualifying finishers.
Camping is allowed at Winnette Ayers Park and Jernigan Field without reservations; RV parking is available in a grass field with no hookups. Volunteers will direct parking on race morning. Aid stations with water, sports drink, and snacks are located at mile markers 7.5, 13.1, 18, 23.5, 29, 35, and 39, with additional water jugs between stations. Drop bags can be left for the dual purpose station at mile 13.1/35. Crews may assist runners from parked vehicles; pacers are not permitted. A post race BBQ dinner with vegetarian options is held near the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
