Welcome to Alabama's most unique race! Set entirely in downtown Birmingham's scenic Railroad Park, the Railroad Reckoning will challenge your perception of just how far you're capable of going (+ maybe time, space, your sanity…) How it Works: Start at the Railroad Park Pavilion and run a ~0.78-mile loop around the park (You have a generous 12-minute cutoff to finish the first loop - 15+ minute/mile pace) - Proceed with the second loop immediately after the first loop's 12-minute cutoff (This time, you will have an 11-minute 50-second cutoff) - Repeat as cutoffs continue to decrease by 10 seconds each loop -0 Keep going until you miss a cutoff or choose to stop (basically last-man standing) (We will have a fully stocked aid station to keep you going) - Bask in the accomplishment of what you just did (You will receive a certificate marking your total distance covered, and awards will be presented to the final 3 male and female runners left standing) The Perfect Way to: Run your first "lo
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 5.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Birmingham, AL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
