Triple Crown 10K Night Trail Run Series

Wildwood, Missouri. St. Louis's first ever hill progression night trail running series. The Triple Crown 10K Night Trail Run Series returns on three Fridays: August 7, 14, and 21, 2026, starting at 9:00 PM each night. Race 1 — Bluff View Shuffle (100 ft climb per mile). Race 2 — Eagle Valley Scramble (130 ft climb per mile). Race 3 — Chubb Crawl (200 ft climb per mile). Designed for vert chasers and night owls. Cupless, zero‑waste event — bring your own mess kit (plate, spork, cup). Trail Mix Fund partnership — free registration for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ runners who cannot afford it or aren't sure they belong in the sport.

Location — Wildwood, Missouri (West County St. Louis):

• Wildwood is a western suburb of St. Louis, known for its extensive park system, conservation areas, and rugged terrain
• Each race takes place at a different trail system (specific locations not listed — check event website)
• Terrain: rocky, rooty, steep climbs and descents — typical Ozark‑edge trail running
• Night running with headlamp — experience the trails after dark under the stars (or headlamp beam)

Hill Progression — Increasing Challenge Each Week:

• Week 1 (August 7): Bluff View Shuffle — 100 ft climb per mile (total ~620 ft over 10K) — "warm up"
• Week 2 (August 14): Eagle Valley Scramble — 130 ft climb per mile (total ~800 ft) — stepping up
• Week 3 (August 21): Chubb Crawl — 200 ft climb per mile (total ~1,240 ft) — the true test
• All races are 10K (6.2 miles) — the elevation gain increases each week, not the distance
• Perfect for runners who want to build hill strength over time

Night Trail Running Format:

• 9:00 PM start each Friday — run under the darkness of summer nights (sunset in August around 8:00 PM)
• Headlamp mandatory — no exceptions
• Reflective gear recommended
• Mid‑summer heat and humidity — be prepared for warm nights (70‑80°F)

Trail Mix Fund — Free Registration for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Runners:

• In an effort to improve diversity in trail racing and remove financial barriers, the Trail Mix Fund pays the race registration fee for runners who cannot afford it or aren't sure they belong in the sport
• Open to BIPOC & LGBTQ+ runners who would like to race but aren't comfortable taking that step of signing up
• Apply through the Trail Mix Fund — details on event website
• You can also donate to the fund during registration

What's Included (Online 3‑Race Series Registration):

• Custom cotton/poly lifestyle short‑sleeve t‑shirt (unisex sizes)
• Custom series‑specific elevation profile finisher sticker (featuring all three races — designed exclusively for runners who complete the full progression)
• Post‑race easy grab snack and cold beverage (after each race)
• Entry into all three races
• Timing (chip timing? likely manual or app‑based — check event website)
• Age group awards (top male, female, non‑binary per race? not specified — check event website)
• Overall series performance awards ($50 online credit to Terrain Trail Runners‑STL)

What's Included (Pick 2 or Individual Race Registration):

• Custom race‑specific elevation profile finisher sticker (for each race in your registration)
• Post‑race easy grab snack and cold beverage
• T‑shirt not included — available for purchase at packet pickup ($15 cash, while supplies last)

Cupless — Zero Waste — Bring Your Own Mess Kit:

• No paper or plastic cups at aid stations
• No disposable plates or utensils at post‑race
• Bring your own cup or bottle for hydration
• Bring your own mess kit (plate and spork) for post‑race food
• Part of Terrain Trail Runners' Zero Waste pledge

Series Awards — $50 Online Credit:

• Overall series performance awards for top male, female, and non‑binary finishers (based on cumulative time across all three races)
• $50 online credit toward any Terrain Trail Runners‑STL event
• Valid for one year (August 1, 2026 — August 1, 2027)
• Credit is non‑transferable, non‑refundable, cannot be combined with other credits, and cannot be used for friends/family registrations

Logistics — Race Day Registration Available (Cash Only):

• Online registration closes Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT
• Race day registration available for individual series races ($75 cash only)
• Swag available for purchase at packet pickup ($15 cash only — shirts, sizes limited)
• Parking available at each trailhead (arrive early — limited spaces)
• Bib pickup: race evening at the start/finish area (check event website for exact times)
• No refunds? Check Terrain Trail Runners‑STL refund policy
• No dogs allowed on course
• Headlamp mandatory — no exceptions

Past Performances (2025 — combined times across series? Not specified):

• Mike Klaus — 3:20:35 (total across three 10K races? likely cumulative time)
• Jacob Garner — 3:26:21
• Ed Mosier — 3:37:44

Organizer: Terrain Trail Runners‑STL.