The Fools' Ultra
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The Fools' Ultra: Revenge of Champy
The Fools' Ultra is a series of point-to-point ultramarathons across New York State that move eastward from Niagara Falls and finish on the shores of Lake Champlain near the Samuel Champlain statue. The route passes through Adirondack villages including Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake, and follows portions of the Olympic Torch route.
Distances:
- 420 miles starting at Niagara Falls
- 200 miles starting on the shore of Lake Ontario
- 100 miles starting on the beach at Cranberry Lake
- 50 miles starting near the Lake Placid Olympic ski jump complex
Each distance has a set completion window: the 420-mile race allows 13 days, the 200-mile race allows 8 days, the 100-mile race allows 2 days, and the 50-mile race allows 24 hours. Racers are divided into two categories with twice-daily check-ins: Un-Afraid runners are self-supported and carry their own gear, while Afraid runners may be supported by crews. Some entry fees include specific overnight accommodations or meals for Un-Afraid entrants and for certain races; Sackett's Harbor lunch is provided for the 200-mile race. Crews may follow the race route where permitted. There are no refunds or deferrals for any event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
