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The Pistol

March 13 - 14, 2027
Alcoa, TN 37701 US
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Gear List

Mandatory Gear

All runners must carry the following mandatory items for the entire duration of the race.
These requirements are non-negotiable.

  • Bring your own cup for water or electrolytes so you can refill at each aid station. This is a cupless race.

  • Headlamp – not required but strongly recommended if you struggle seeing at night, The course is lighted at night but you may experience some shadows at times in between lights.

Recommended Additional Gear

The following items are strongly recommended. You may choose to carry them, keep them in your drop bag, or have them available with crew (if applicable):

  • Waterproof jacket

  • Gloves

  • Beanie or Buff

  • Extra top layer

  • Backup light source

  • Thermal mylar (foil) blanket if the weather changes, we have extra available at aid stations.

  • Course map or GPX file loaded on your phone or GPS watch. Click here to view and study the course maps.

4.  Bibs

  • Each runner will be assigned a bib number.

  • Bibs must be worn prominently on the front of the body and clearly visible at all times. Pacers must wear a Bib displayed on the front of the body.

If You Need to Drop

If you must withdraw from the race:

  • You must locate the Race Timer at the start/finish and inform them directly that you are dropping.

  • Hand over your bib and wait until you are officially recorded as a DNF (Did Not Finish).

Do not leave the course until you’ve been cleared by the Race Timer.

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