Freight Train 100k/50k

The Freight Train 50k/100k is a companion race to the summertime Night Train 50k. It takes place on the same trail but takes place on December 2nd 2023. The course features a Half Marathon, a 50k and 100k option. It is a relatively flat rail trail. There is a slight incline in each direction as you leave the starting line. Total elevation gain is less than 1500 feet for the 100k. If the weather cooperates, this should be a fast course.

Course Description

100K - The race begins at 7:30 for the 100k on December 2nd, 2023. The start and finish line will be at the Train Station in downtown Farmville. Runners will travel east from Farmville. All pacers will sign a waiver. In addition to the manned aid stations above Crew can access their runners at Elam and Camp Paradise. Runners older than 60 years old who wish to have a pacer for a longer period may do so by contacting the Race Director ahead of time. Crew members should park in designated spaces only. Drop bags for the 100k runners will be available at Orchard Rd, Farmville (halfway point) and Prospect.

50K - The race begins at 7:30 for the 50k on December 2nd, 2023. The start and finish line will be at the Train Station in downtown Farmville. Runners will travel east from Farmville. All pacers will sign a waiver. In addition to the manned aid stations above Crew can access their runners at Elam and Camp Paradise. Runners older than 60 years old who wish to have a pacer for a longer period may do so by contacting the Race Director ahead of time. Crew members should park in designated spaces only. Drop bags for the 50k runners will be available at Farmville (halfway point) and Tuggle.

1/2 Marathon - The Half Marathon begins at 9am at the Farmville Train Station. Runners head east on the trail 6.55 miles to a turnaround just past Camp Paradise. This is a manned, water only station. They turn around and head back to the finish.