Strolling Jim
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Strolling Jim 40 Miler - Wartrace, Tennessee
The Strolling Jim is an annual road ultramarathon held in early May in Wartrace, Tennessee. Established in 1979, the event runs on a figure 8 loop through the Highland Rim and local back roads, passing through the towns of Wartrace and Bell Buckle and finishing in front of the Walking Horse Hotel.
Distances:
- 40 Miler
- Marathon
Race headquarters and packet pickup are centered at 101 Spring Street and the race tent by the fountain. Camping is allowed at Winnette Ayers Park and Jernigan Field without a reservation; RVs may park in a large grass field but there are no electrical hookups. Parking is available near Jernigan Field and volunteers assist on race morning.
Aid stations are located at miles 7.5, 13.1, 18, 23.5, 29, 35, and 39, with additional water jugs positioned between stations. Drop bags are accepted at the dual-purpose station at miles 13.1 and 35; runners should label bags with bib numbers and follow the return procedures. Stations are not set up as buffets and supplies are limited after dark.
Crews may support runners but must pull completely off the road; vehicles may not drive alongside competitors or transport runners during the event. No pacers are allowed. Packet pickup includes a race shirt and bib; all finishers receive a finisher's medal and eligible finishers receive color shirts and top finisher trophies. A post-race party with BBQ chicken and a vegetarian option is held at the finish under a tent. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
