2021 Super Bull Trail Championships - 50k, 25k, 12.5k & 5k

THE 2021 SUPER BULL TRAIL CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE SOLD OUT!

Please join us on March 5, 2022 for our 6th Annual Event

The 2021 Super Bull Trail Championships will be held on March 6th, 2021. 

It's hard to believe that this is all ready the 5th year of trail racing at Wooster Memorial Park!  Each year, The Super Bull Trail Championships creates lasting memories while offering unforgettable memories, excellent competition, and a challenging course.  In addition to that, this event allows the Wooster Running Club to make a substantial donation to The Friends of Wooster Memorial Park.  Those who have run with us in the past know that we treat each and every runner like a member of our family.  Those who have yet to run with us, please read below and join us...we've always got room to expand the local trail running family!

Race proceeds will once again benefit the Friends of Wooster Memorial Park as they keep the park up to date with trail maintenance, clean-up and land development. But we all know the most beneficial way to help out the trails-run them! And we have plenty of options for that - a 12.5k, 25k and 50k and even the 5k!

As the 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Super Bull Trail Championships all sold out, we encourage EARLY sign-ups to ensure your spot.  The first 250 to sign up are in, so don't delay!

We are giving away $1,300 in total prize money in 2021!!

RACES:

The race will consist of 4 separately timed events - 5k,12.5k, 25k and 50k. Each race will start at different times. The 50k will start at 8am, the 25k will start at 8:15am, the 12.5k will start at 8:30am, and the 5k will take off at 8:45am. **Note - There will be an 9 hour time limit for this event. If you have not started your final loop by 2:30pm, you will be asked to end your day, or you can continue on, un-aided and un-timed** 

**Race start times subject to change based on the social climate regarding COVID-19 in March 2021.  If necessary, wave starts will be utilized to create safe social distancing at the start and finish lines 

COURSE:

This is a loop style course featuring a 7.75 mile loop with approximately 1000ft. of climb per loop. Click here for the course elevation (courtesy of Danny Preising) The course is mostly made up of single track trails with some very technical treks, but some awesome views! As seen in the pictures above, there are creek crossings, you'll encounter your fair share of steep hills, lots of downhill and probably some mud! That's what trail running is all about! Check out the course map HERE.

For a good snapshot (literally) of the natural beauty of Wooster Memorial Park and the Super Bull Course, check out the 2020 Race Photos, 2019 Race Photos, and the 2018 race photos,

50k, 25k, and 12.5k Course Description:

Start: behind pavilion at main parking lot, take the Education Trail (yellow) heded West until the meadow, then go left and run the upper perimeter of the lot until you can take a left on Sassafras (orange). Stay on Sassafras (orange) until you come to Outer Trail (red) and bear left. Stay on Outer Trail (red) all the way until a left onto Strock trail (pink). Go left onto Saddleback (purple) until it splits in 2 directions, stay left and complete that trail in Clockwise direction back to the split. (The entrance and exit of Saddleback will be 2 way traffic, so please be careful and pay attention, use common runner courtesy please). Go left back onto Strock (pink) and it will turn into the Outer Trail (red) which you will take over a creek crossing and then go left UP onto the Kenwood Trail (white). Go Right out of the woods and make a loop around the field following the Kenwood Trail over 2 beautiful new foot bridges, and then continue on the access drive to a right turn on Silver Road.  Take Silver road to the main trailhead where you will encounter the on-course aid station and bathrooms, and then continue on Spangler Trail (Blue).  At the Silver trail, turn right and go downhill to a right turn on the Trillium Trail (Green) and head uphill to complete the Trillium loop in the Counterclockwise direction.  At the conclusion of Trillium Trail (Green) go right onto Spangler Trail (blue) and then bear left  to go uphill on Spangler (Blue).  There will be a short section of 2 way traffic here, so please use trail courtesy.  Continue straight on Spangler (Blue) until you come to the open meadow where you will go left on the old field trail (white).  Take Old Field Trail to a left on the Education Trail (yellow) and continue on Education back to a right on Spangler (Blue) and go back down the 2 way traffic section.  Once you encounter the bridge at the bottom of the hill on Spangler, go right over the bridge and then go right again and run up up and up at the Education Hill. At the top of the hill, go right back onto the Education Trail (yellow) and this will bring you right back to the start/finish line!

5k Course Description:

The 5k will have it's own start on the west side of the open field (green star, #1) and runners will start by running across the open field, across the driveway, and bear left towards the education trail (Yellow). After a right turn onto the southern-most education trail, 5k participants will join the 50k, 25k, 12.5k loop by descending Silver Hill at point labeled #2 on the map. Runners will turn right at the bottom of Silver Hill onto Trillium Trail (Green) and complete the Trillium Trail in the counterclockwise direction. After crossing the bridge to close out the Trillium Trail, runners will turn right onto Spangler Trail (Blue) and head uphill toward the Old Field. After crossing the NEW bridge build over the treacherous ravine and entering the old field, 5k runners ONLY will turn right at the point listed as #3 on the map. Take caution here as 50k, 25k, and 12.5k runners will be turning left, do not follow them. At the top of the hill, turn left onto the old field trail and then bear left again at the end of this section to rejoin the main loop at point #4 on the map. From here you will follow the main loop back to the finish by retracing your steps on Spangler trail (Blue), up the switchbacks on Education Hill, and right turn on the northern portion of Education Trail (Yellow) back to the finish at the pavilion!

AID:

There will be 2 aid stations**: 1-on course at mile 4.8 with water and electrolyte drink, and gels, and bathrooms. The other main aid station will be at the start and finish and will feature chips, pretzels, bananas, PB&J sandwiches, some hot foods, cookies, M&Ms, licorice, chews, gels, water, soda, and electrolyte drink as well.  There will be portable restrooms here.

**Aid Station offerings subject to change based on the social climate regarding COVID-19 in March 2021.  Confirmed aid station details will be sent to all registered participants 2 weeks prior to race day

FINISHERS GIFTS:

All runners will receive a high quality finishers medal and an after run meal consisting of hot vegan chili, some salty snacks, and drinks.

AWARDS:

CASH will be awarded to the top 2 male and female overall in each event, structured as follows:

50k Champions: $150     50k Runner-Ups: $75      

25k Champions: $100     25k Runner-Ups: $50      

12.5k Champions: $50    12.5k Runner-Ups: $25   

We will also have awards for the top 3 overall male and female finishers in each race distance as well as top male and female overall in the Master's (40-49) and Grandmasters (50+) divisions in each race distance.

ALL awards will be given out at the Official Super Bull Afterparty** on race day to be held at a location TBD in Wooster starting at 5:30pm.  Food will be served and a ticket for one (1) FREE adult drink will be on your race bib.

**Details of the Afterparty subject to change based on the social climate regarding COVID-19 in March 2021

BACK FOR 2021 - 
Presenting Sponsor,  College Hills Honda, believes in the concept of Shop Local, Buy Local, and RACE local! This year they are putting their sponsorship money where their beliefs are!  BACK for 2021 is the Local Prize Purse! The top Male and Female finishers from Wayne County in each race distance will receive $50 cash! Thank you College Hills Honda!

 

Race Swag:

 

It is year #5, so we wanted to go BIG on the SWAG to make sure you'd never forget being a part of this milestone.  With that in mind, we are offering an extremely high quality Embroidered Puffy Vest for all 25k and 50k race registrants.  5k and 12.5k runners will receive a very nice long sleeve Tech Shirt to commemorate their achievement, but don't fear, you can always choose the option to upgrade to the Puffy Vest if you've just got to have it!

 

 

These items are amazing quality and i'd put them on par with any of the Patagonia vests/jackets that I have as far as fit, feel, and function.

 

Item Description:  Staying warm while on the go has never been easier with our Packable Puffy Vests. Thanks to a water-repellent fabric coating and finish, you’ll remain comfortable no matter where your day takes you.

• 100% polyester shell and lining
• 2.4-ounce, 100% polyfill insulation
• Reverse coil zippers
• Zippered chest pocket
• Front zippered pockets
• Adjustable locking draw cord at hem

Want to go all the way and turn your Puffy Vest into a Puffy Jacket?  No worries, that's easy too!  Since the Super Bull Trail Championships is a fundraiser for Wooster Memorial Park, if you indicate that you'd like to upgrade your vest to a jacket on your registration form and then make a minimum $20 donation to Wooster Memorial Park at Checkout, we'll "add the sleeves" and we'll have a jacket ready for you on race week!  

 

As shown below, just click a minimum of $20 at the donation portion of the registration page to upgrade your vest to a jacket.  Your donation amount will be added to your total due and you'll be good to go!  You are welcome to donate any amount you'd like, but $20 is the minimum to cover the upgrade to the jacket.  The best part, 100% of your donation goes to Wooster Memorial Park!  It's the ultimate win-win.

Pricing:

50k Early Registration: $80.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

50k Standard Registration: $85.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

50k Late Registration: $95.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest if registered by 2-21-21)

25k Early Registration: $70.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

25k Standard Registration: $75.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

25k Late Registration: $85.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest if registered by 2-21-21)

12.5k Early Registration: $50.00  (includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt)

12.5k Standard Registration: $55.00  (includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt)

12.5k Late Registration: $65.00  (includes a includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt if registered by 2-21-21)

12.5k Early Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $70.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

12.5k Standard Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $75.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

12.5k Late Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $85.00  (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest if registered by 2-21-21)

5k Early Registration: $40.00 (includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt)

5k Standard Registration: $45.00 (includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt)

5k Late Registration: $55.00 (includes a includes a long sleeve tech t-shirt if registered by 2-21-21)

5k Early Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $60.00 (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

5k Standard Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $65.00 (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest)

5k Late Registration with Puffy Vest Upgrade: $75.00 (includes an Embroidered Super Bull Puffy Vest if registered by 2-21-21)

COVID-19 Policy:

We remain positive and optimistic that we will see drastic changes in the social climate in the coming months in regards to spread of the virus and how it effects group events in our area.  Our intent is to hold our event as it has always been held in the past assuming it is responsible to do so in March 2021.  Our main priority is to raise funds for Wooster Memorial Park while creating unforgettable in-person racing opportunities for our runners, however we also need to be socially responsible and ensure that we are creating a safe environment for runners, volunteers, spectators, and community members.  With that at the forefront, we reserve the right to adjust start times, aid stations details, packet pickup details, post race party details, and any other group gathering facets of the race to ensure we can host the event on-site while keeping everyone safely distanced.  There will be no surprises and any adjustments to the current plan will be 100% transparent and sent out to all who are registered.  In the end, we also want runners to be able to register with confidence knowing that when they register and pay, they will get a first class experience at Wooster Memorial Park regardless of changes necessary for COVID-19.  WE WILL WORK HARD FOR YOU.