The Mule 50k! Sheffield, Illinois
Point to point night time trail race!
50k gun start race is 5 pm start
• No pacers for the 50k.
• You will need a headlamp
50k runners can pick up bib at the start line and then grab your swag at the finish line.
• You can start after 5 pm if you want to. Many do this that run the 50k as a pacing gig.
• Race is Saturday evening, and you have until Sunday to finish.
Location: Lock 22, 1750N Park Split, Sheffield
GPS coordinates: 41.4008686, -89.7981585
We like big bling and we can not lie! Earn that 50k medal!
AWARDS- We LOVE sweet swag!
• Generous amount of time to finish- you have until 1pm Sunday.
• Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall male & female
• Age group awards for 1st in AG- 10 year AG spans
• 29 & under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Military Discount- we offer a discount for anyone that has served. Contact us and we will send a coupon code.
Is this your first 50k? Then you will earn a Hennepin "Ultra Virgin NO More" ultra soft T-shirt! #popcherry
Night time 50k Information: Starts at Aid station 15
Finish line is same finish line as 100 mile runners
Optional bus service to starting line- 4:00 pm pick up at Colona Fire Department which is the 100 mile & 50k finish line. The bus drives you to the starting line of the 50k. That way you finish at your car.
We allow you to start late- good option if you plan to pace a 100 mile runner.
Bib pick up has 2 choices: Pre-race meeting Friday night - Or - pick up bib at race starting line. Shirts will be passed out at finish line if you pick up bib at race day.
Drop bag will be available at aid station 19. You can leave at packet pick up Friday. Please mark with name, aid station, and race distance.
