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Gone Loco

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Athens, Georgia, United States

calendar_today 08 Feb, 2026

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sell $120.00 – $160.00

About the Event

Challenge yourself on a uniquely fast and historic rail trail at the exciting Gone Loco event on February 8, 2026. This premier race on Athens' scenic Eureka Trail offers a flat, 100% runnable gravel course perfect for achieving a new personal best across 11-mile, 33-mile, or competitive ruck divisions. Experience the welcoming atmosphere of a community-focused event designed for elite ultrarunners and enthusiastic beginners alike. Feel the thrill of a marathon-certified route that winds through serene Tennessee woodlands and rural landscapes, following the path of history.

Join a limited field of runners for a day where speed meets Southern hospitality, complete with live tracking and professional livestream coverage for supporters. The 33-miler serves as a qualifier for The Cherokee Ultra, adding significant stakes to your pursuit of endurance glory. Discover why this is the only endurance event held on the beautiful Eureka Trail, creating a special link to the region's railroad heritage. Enjoy fully stocked aid stations, exceptional swag, and the electric camaraderie of a race that truly celebrates every finisher. Secure your spot before registration closes to test your limits on this famously fast and friendly course.

Races Offered

33 Miler

Feb 08, 2026

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Distance — 53.1K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$120.00

11 Miler

Feb 08, 2026

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Distance — 17.7K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$160.00

11 Miler Ruck

Feb 08, 2026

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Distance — 17.7K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$120.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Athens.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 5.8° / 16.5°

wb_sunny 2.4° / 14.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.2 /

water_drop 70.5%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 5.8° / 16.5°

wb_sunny 2.4° / 14.0°

air 11.2 km/h

water_drop 70.5%

About Athens

Learn more about the host city, Athens.

Athens is a vibrant college town of 127,000 people (2020) in the Classic Heartland region of Georgia. Athens is most popular in the late summer and fall when students, families of students or college football fans visit the University of Georgia.