BUTS Bearly Ultra

Overview

The BUTS Bearly Ultra is designed to be a welcoming trail race for everyone. First trail race? First ultra? Seasoned runner looking for a new PR? This race is for you! From easily runnable old rail beds to twisty root filled single track, you will get a taste of everything our Alabama trails have to offer. Ike will test your vert skills while the BMRR trails will let you crank out your speed. Take a breath and enjoy the view at Grace's Gap Overlook and then let your imagination tell you what lives in the old mine shafts. Resist the urge to sit in the overly inviting chairs and swings along the way. There will be one aid station that you will pass multiple times, and it is always guaranteed to be a good time as well as provide ample refreshments. When you finally reach the finish line, you will be greeted with hot food, cold drinks, and a unique finisher medal to remember your Red Mountain adventure.

Supporting Our Local Trail Systems

BUTS values the Birmingham area trails and we hope you do too! Part of our mission is to help maintain, upkeep, and create new trails so you and your loved ones may enjoy them. Red Mountain Park is a wonderful partner and we want to honor and support their future. As always, a portion of your entry fee will be donated back to the park! Red Mountain is now a part of Jeff Co Greenways, a public-private partnership dedicated to preserving Ruffner Mountain, Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, and Red Mountain. Consider supporting these amazing parks by becoming a member today!

Course Description

The course features a 13.5-mile loop zig-zagging through the best trails on Red Mountains. The loop has around 1500' of elevation and will pass two fully stocked aid stations. The course map can be found at this Strava link . The 27 mile course consists of two loops.

Race Details

BUTS members can save $5 with the discount code found in the members only section. Not a member? Join here

Course Start Times and Cutoffs

• 27 mile: 8am start - 8.5 hour cutoff
• 13.5 mile: 9am start - 7.5 hour cutoff

The park closes at 5:00pm in the winter. You can hike the 13.5 distance in plenty of time. If you would like to do the 27 mile course, but think you may need longer, contact the Race Directors to discuss an early start.