Don's Backyard BBQ Trail Run
Don's Backyard BBQ Trail Run is a trail running and running race on May 15, 2027 in Winder, GA, with entry fees from $45 to $65.
- Date
- May 15, 2027 (215 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$65
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
We're excited to present the Don's Backyard BBQ 20K/10K Trail Running Race! This is great double track off-road running experience. The race will start at "Entrance B" (down by the UGA Boat Ramp). This is a very fast, flowing trail system and sets up to be great! If you are headed out to pre-run, we're Running this One in a "Clockwise Direction". See Race Rules / Format Below!
There are two distance options 20K/10K to choose from.
Packet Pick Up is from 6:30-7:30 / Race Starts at 8:00 a.m. Sharp!
Race registration includes (but not limited to), FREE BBQ Meal, super soft tri-blend t-shirt, chip timing, professionally marked course, medals for the top 3 in each age category, and an awesome off road running experience! Complete details: www.dirtyspokes.com
Dirty Spokes will be handing out medals and prizes to our overall top 3 male and female finishers for each race as well as overall male and female maters, grandmasters and senior grandmasters winners. We will also be handing out medals to our top 3 male and female finishers in each age group (9&U, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-49, 80&U) - you must be present to receive your medal as they will not be mailed.
The Rules: Each runner will have 45 minutes (14 minute pace) to complete each 5K. At the end of each 45 minute segment the next 5K run will start. Runners failing to finish a 5K segment within the 45 minutes will be posted as DNF (NO EXCEPTIONS).
Segment Start Times: 8:00am, 8:45am, 9:30am, 10:15am.
A contest of speed versus stamina. BBQ dinner and refreshments will be served after the last 5K segment has finished and times are tallied for awards.
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Winder 4s, 4 mi from the venue.
About Winder, GA
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Don's Backyard BBQ Trail Run
- Date
- May 15, 2027
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About These Sports
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Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
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Don's Backyard BBQ Trail Run
May 15, 2027