The Gambler Last Man Standing
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The Gambler Last Man Standing
The Gambler Last Man Standing is a lap race held at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama. The course is a two mile loop, mostly on trails with short road sections and a stretch beside a lake. Each loop has about 183 feet of elevation gain.
The format requires completing each two mile loop within 40 minutes to remain in the competition. Every successful lap earns a poker chip worth one US dollar; a competitor may collect up to 50 poker chips (100 miles). Competitors may cash out or donate chips only at specific milestones, including 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 laps. If a runner cashes out they are removed from the competition and exchange chips for cash. If a runner fails after choosing to continue, their chips go into the Last Man Standing Bucket.
After 50 laps (100 miles) poker chips and cash-out options end, pacers are no longer allowed, and each subsequent lap’s time limit is reduced by two minutes per lap until one competitor remains. To earn the Last Man Standing Bucket a runner must start and complete the final lap alone. The bucket starts at $200 and includes donated chips.
Additional rules and services: participants must be at least 19 years old; one pacer at a time is permitted between 20 and 100 miles; a full service aid station will be available at the start/finish area; the event is cup less so runners must provide their own cup or bottle. No refunds are offered but entries may be transferred or deferred. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
