21K
The Grindstone half marathon course throws a killer climb, a fun ridge run, and a bombing downhill at you, all while still offering a blazing fast start and finish for those interested in a little taste of everything!
Race Category
Running Stones
1
Course Description
*2025 Courses Coming Soon.
Starting and finishing at the historic Natural Chimneys, the Grindstone half-marathon course provides you a fast start in rolling country before entering the forest at the Bear Trap access. From there the course follows Lick Run taking you up the short but steep climb to the Narrow Back Mtn ridgeline. Follow the ridgeline before flying back down Tillman Trail east, along the Narrow Back forest access, retracing a fast finish to the base of the towering limestone chimneys and finish line festival.
Mandatory Gear
- Mobile / Cell phone (smartphone strongly recommended)
- Mobile / Cell phone with international roaming that works in the United States of America
- Each runner should save the organization's safety phone numbers
- Personal collapsible cup (15 cl / 5 oz minimum)
- Minimum water supply of 1/2 liter
Recommended Gear
- Running pack for carrying supplies for the duration of the race
- Food reserve. (Recommendation of 800 kcal: 2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65 g)
- Pack can be a backpack, vest or waist/belt pack
- Whistle
- Gloves
- ID Card / Passport
- Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains
- Hat (beanie, cap, bandana, Buff®)
Other Recommended Gear
(including, but not limited to)
- Spare warm clothing (essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury)
- Trekking poles
- GPS watch
