The Schuylkill River Ultra Marathon
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The Schuylkill River 50k Relay & Ultra Marathon
The event is a 50 kilometer (31 mile) race that starts and ends at Saint Michael's Park, 300 Jacobs St, Mont Clare, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Runners follow the Schuylkill River Trail through Montgomery County and Valley Forge National Park to Conshohocken. The race finishes in a private park along the Lock 60 Canal near Phoenixville with live music, food trucks, and family friendly yard games.
Event options include:
- The Schuylkill River 50k Solo Run
- The Schuylkill River 50k Relay 3 person
- The Schuylkill River 50k Relay 6 person
- The Schuylkill River 50k Solo Run Virtual Remote Run
Logistics are organized to reduce trail impact and support runner safety. Starts are staggered and teams receive start assignments based on expected finish duration. The course is an out and back 50k with three relay transition points, two of which are used twice. Aid stations are available at each transition point and drop bag service is provided for ultra runners. Teams must supply their own transportation between transition points. Chip timing is provided for a seven hour timing window and tri chip bracelet timing records split times at transition points. Packet pickup is available early and on race day at Saint Michael's Park, with team captains able to collect packets for their teams.
On course support includes portable toilets, food, parking, water, and staffed timing checkpoints. Race shirts are provided for relay and ultra participants. Relay teams receive medals and ultra runners receive a 50k buckle medal. Additional swag and awards are linked to charity donations and overall team performance categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
