Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay

 

Download the printable HB2T training calendar for the final two months of 2025 below!

 

Racing the Train: HB2T Trailblazers Live

Monday, March 10, 2025 @ 7:00 PM EST

Join our Trailblazers for a deep dive into all things Highball to Thurmond! We’ll cover race-day strategy, pacing, gear choices, and the mental side of ultrarunning. Expect insights on fueling for a long day in the Gorge, tackling the climbs, and what makes this race unique—including history, wildlife, and that all-important race-to-the-finish against the train. Whether you're looking for practical advice or just some inspiration, this is your chance to ask questions and get ready to take on the challenge!

Video Recording:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1olMS8O2CtDEhClJ2ciBu2cD7wcrd-pli/view?usp=drive_link

 

Q&A Summary:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/18iVSPFc8hYlyiwqLuISII3Fk6uDdcCROWmKfGOnjqOY/edit?usp=sharing

 

In-Call Messages:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/14sc4hfCvjht_yzJEs2jWj05uXbRrWtjb/view?usp=sharing

Running conversation with recommendations and ideas.

 

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET: Kick off race month with Coach Caleb and Race Director Becky! 

Caleb will answer taper and race preparation questions as you begin to prepare to take on the 50 Mile, 50K, or 50 Mile Relay, and Becky will answer questions about race weekend.

Join the Clinic on Google Meet

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/pvn-jmnn-isb
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 754-900-4248‬ PIN: ‪157 362 874‬#

 

Saturday, May 17th, 2025

Location: Montgomery Community Center, 612 3rd Ave. Montgomery, WV 25136

• Packet pickup starting at 4:00 PM EST - 5:45 PM EST 
• Pre-race meeting at 5:00 PM EST 
• Pre-race dinner at 5:45 PM EST following pre-race meeting

 

Race Day - Sunday, May 18, 2025 

• Race morning packet pick-up:
  • 3:30 - 4:30 am - 14 hour 50M athletes
  • 4:45 - 5:45 am - 12.75 hour 50M athletes
  • 5:45 - 6:45 am - 50K athletes
• 50 Mile Race Start Time - 14 hour limit: 4:45 am (not eligible for awards)
• 50 Mile Race Start Time - 12.75 hour limit: 6:00 am (eligible for awards)
  • We have two start times for the 50 mile race because we want everyone to have the opportunity to "beat the train" but do not want everyone to have to start at 4:45 am.  We also do not want earlier finishers to have to wait hours for the train.
• 50 Kilometer Race Start Time: 7:00 am
• Last Finisher: 6:45 PM
• Train leaves the station: 6:59 PM
  • We do not control the trains.  This is a reliable schedule and is rarely late.  But if Amtrak is delayed, athletes' departure will be delayed as well.
• Awards will be presented as overall and age group winners cross the finish line 

Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.