Get Your Butt Kicked @ Route 66
Route 66 State Park, located just east of Eureka, MO, features flat, fast trails through shaded woodlands and lies along the scenic Meramec River. With 3- and 6-hour race options available, it’s ideal for both newcomers to timed races and seasoned ultrarunners alike. The course is a measured 2.425-mile loop that winds through the wooded northwest corner of Route 66 State Park. It follows a wide path consisting of thin pavement, chip-n-seal, and fine gravel, offering a flat and fast surface perfect for setting a personal best. However, runners should keep in mind that July temperatures can present a serious challenge, making smart pacing and hydration essential.
The 6-hour race starts at 6 pm and runs until midnight, while the 3-hour race kicks off at 7:30 pm and finishes at 10:30 pm. Darkness sets in around 8:30 pm, so runners should be prepared with a headlamp or handheld light for the second half of the race.
Course Details/How Timed Loops Work
Runners begin by tackling the long loop course, a 2.425-mile circuit that you complete as many times as possible within the chosen 3- or 6-hour time limit. Only completed loops are counted. When a runner decides there’s not enough time left for another long loop, they switch to the short loop course, which is 0.333 miles around, and continue until time runs out. The final distance is calculated as the number of long loops completed multiplied by 2.425 miles, plus the number of short loops completed multiplied by 0.333 miles.
Aid Stations/Bathrooms
The Forest Shelter is the main aid station and will have Ultra-Food. This is a cupless event. There will be water jugs at the aid station for you to refill your own hydration system. There are 2 unisex flush toilet bathrooms on the course for use. There are also two porta potties.
Parking and Directions
Race Address: Route 66 State Park 97 N Outer Rd. Eureka, MO 63025
Bib/Swag Pick-Up
Bib/Swag pick-up will be available at the Forest Shelter next to the race start on race day from 5:00-5:55pm for the 6-hour race and again from 6:30-7:25pm for the 3-hour race.
Awards/Swag
All finishers will receive a finisher's medal. Awards will be given in two categories for the 6-hour race: first place overall male and female winners as well as the male and female winners the Masters (40+) Age Group. Awards will be given for first place overall male and female winners in the 3-hour race. All runners will receive a pair of custom GYBK Sock Guy socks designed by David Kovaluk.
What to Bring
Your own hydration system (this is a requirement)
Headlamp/lights (this is a requirement)
Bug spray
Camp chair if you need a breather
Towel or blanket
Nutrition
Why Race GYBK with the SLUGs?
This race started as a fat ass event in order to just bring people together and run. We try to keep it low-key/old school. No frills, nothing over the top, just run around in circles all night. The SLUGs aren't after your money either. Our race proceeds help sponsor multiple charity runs, assist with coordination of trail maintenance, host aid stations at various running events throughout the Midwest and much more.
