Red Eft 5.5 Miler

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Red Eft 5.5 Miler ultrasignup.com
Date 24 Jul, 2027
Races 1 distance
Entry fee $30.00
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Red Eft 5.5 Miler

About the event

Experience the rugged beauty of Flag Rock Recreation Area on July 24, 2027, with the High Knob Destination Center Race. This challenging out-and-back course takes runners through winding roads and scenic overlooks, offering breathtaking views at every turn. The race starts promptly at 9 a.m., and participants will encounter sharp curves and blind intersections as they ascend to Flag Rock Recreation Area. Runners must remain visible and cautious throughout the ascent due to vehicular traffic sharing the open road.
Aid stations are strategically placed along the route, providing water at approximately mile markers 1.9, 2.75, and 3.4 miles. Finishers will receive a race shirt and bib upon registration or on race day, which must be displayed clearly as runners cross the finish line to ensure accurate timing. Race day registration is available from 7:30-8:45 a.m., with packet pick-up at High Knob Destination Center.
The event culminates in awards for top male and female overall winners, along with masters categories (age 40+), presented as runners cross the finish line. All participants will receive a finisher award upon completion of the race by the time limit of 11:30 a.m.
Immerse yourself in the spirit of competition and camaraderie at this unforgettable event, where nature's beauty serves as your backdrop for an invigorating run through Virginia’s stunning countryside.

Races offered

24Jul

5.5 Miler

Running

Distance
8.9K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$30.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for July in Norton.

Temperature19.3° / 28.2°
Feels like20.5° / 29.3°
Sunshine hours11h 54m
Rainfall3.1 mm
Snowfall—
Wind7.4 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity75.7%
Max UV indexVery High (8.0)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise06:23
Sunset20:47

About Norton

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Norton is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia, located in the far western tip of the state and surrounded by Wise County, Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 3,687, making it the least populous city in Virginia. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Norton with surrounding Wise County for statistical purposes.

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Race results

All-time top performances and historical records for Red Eft 5.5 Miler.

Place Name Gender Age Year City Time
🥇 Joshua Lee M 25 '26 — 00:40:07
🥈 Mark Paulauskas M 29 '26 — 00:46:12
🥉 Mike Harding M 60 '26 — 00:48:26
4 Wally Smith M 41 '26 — 00:52:54
5 Alan Sanders M 66 '26 — 00:54:55

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