About the Race
Join us for a great patriotic event. The Loch Lothian Race is always a great time with fast runners, dedicated volunteers and spirited spectators. It's a great way to start the spring race season and make a big impact for an important cause. A scenic, but challenging course, good food provided by Mission BBQ, a patriotic spirit, and fellowship combine to make the Loch Lothian Race a "must run". The race proceeds will go to help the important mission of The Tunnels to Towers Foundation Each runner will receive a custom long-sleeve race shirt, finisher medal and other giveaways. Please click the links below to learn more or sign up now! We are looking forward to seeing you at the starting line on Saturday March 27, 2024 at YouFit Gym 13583 Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, VA 23113.
About the Course:
The Loch Lothian 5K course will take you through some incredible scenery right in the heart of Midlothian. The course begins and ends at Midlothian Middle School and runners will traverse varied topography, sidewalks, paths, bridges, and trails in a unique and varied course. Along the way runners will enjoy scenery including Loch Lothian Lake, the Midlothian Mines ruins, replica mining headstock, and miles of trails. Runners will have the opportunity to cross 8 bridges and traverse one tunnel (twice). There will be plenty of level running, downhill stretches and hill climbing. Please use caution, be aware and look out for each other. The 5K. The Backyard Ultra will use the same course as the 5k. The courses are scenic but challenging. Strollers are welcome but there are a couple of spots where the course uses single track dirt trails.
ABOUT THE BACKYARD ULTRA:
A backyard ultra is an endurance race format that will take place on the prescribed 5K course. The race continues until only one runner remains able to complete the loop within the given time frame.
Rules:
1. Loop Course: The race takes place on a looped 5K course, which begins and ends at a designated point.
2. Timing: Each loop must be completed within a set time frame, 40 minutes. After completing a loop, runners rest until the start of the next heat.
3. Start and Finish: The race starts at a predetermined time, usually early in the morning, and continues until only one runner remains. The winner is the last person standing.
Runners must complete the loop within the allotted time frame (40 Minutes) or they voluntarily withdraw from the race.
5. Support Crew: Runners are allowed to have a support crew to assist them with food, hydration, and encouragement throughout the race.
6. DNFs: Runners who fail to complete a loop within the given time or who choose to withdraw from the race are marked as Did Not Finish (DNF).
7. Winner: The last remaining runner who completes a loop within the time frame is declared the winner.
Backyard ultras are known for their grueling nature and test the endurance, mental toughness, and strategy of participants. They often foster a sense of camaraderie among runners and support crews as they endure the challenges together.
About the Cause:
This year we are honored to be supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Since 9/11, Tunnel to Towers has been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. Tunnels to Towers is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to Never Forget September 11, 2001. As sponsors and participants, you will be supporting an important cause that is making a huge difference in the lives of so many brave families and individuals.
About our Honored Military Unit for 2024
TO BE DETERMINED
Each year the Loch Lothian race chooses a military unit to honor and support. We were privileged to honor the 2nd Cavalry Regiment for the 2024 race. The 2nd Cavalry Regiment, also known as the 2nd Dragoons, is an active Stryker infantry and cavalry regiment of the United States Army. The Second Cavalry Regiment is a unit of the United States Army Europe and Africa, with its garrison at the Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany. It can trace its lineage back to the early part of the 19th century. 2nd CAV has fought in the defense of freedom in every major conflict since 1836 including the Mexican-American War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Cold War and Operation Desert Storm. The motto of the 2nd CAV is Toujours Pret -"Always Ready" and joins a list of units that have been honored in previous years to include 1st Infantry Division, 82nd Airborne Division, the 10th Mountain Division, 11th Armored Cavalry "Black Horse" Regiment and the 75th Ranger Regiment.
About the Course:
The Loch Lothian 5K course will take you through some incredible scenery right in the heart of Midlothian. The course begins and ends at Midlothian Middle School and runners will traverse varied topography, sidewalks, paths, bridges, and trails in a unique and varied course. Along the way runners will enjoy scenery including Loch Lothian Lake, the Midlothian Mines ruins, replica mining headstock, and miles of trails. Runners will have the opportunity to cross 8 bridges and traverse one tunnel (twice). There will be plenty of level running, downhill stretches and hill climbing. Please use caution, be aware and look out for each other. The 5K. The Backyard Ultra will use the same course as the 5k. The courses are scenic but challenging. Strollers are welcome but there are a couple of spots where the course uses single track dirt trails.
ABOUT THE BACKYARD ULTRA:
A backyard ultra is an endurance race format that will take place on the prescribed 5K course. The race continues until only one runner remains able to complete the loop within the given time frame.
Rules:
1. Loop Course: The race takes place on a looped 5K course, which begins and ends at a designated point.
2. Timing: Each loop must be completed within a set time frame, 40 minutes. After completing a loop, runners rest until the start of the next heat.
3. Start and Finish: The race starts at a predetermined time, usually early in the morning, and continues until only one runner remains. The winner is the last person standing.
Runners must complete the loop within the allotted time frame (40 Minutes) or they voluntarily withdraw from the race.
5. Support Crew: Runners are allowed to have a support crew to assist them with food, hydration, and encouragement throughout the race.
6. DNFs: Runners who fail to complete a loop within the given time or who choose to withdraw from the race are marked as Did Not Finish (DNF).
7. Winner: The last remaining runner who completes a loop within the time frame is declared the winner.
Backyard ultras are known for their grueling nature and test the endurance, mental toughness, and strategy of participants. They often foster a sense of camaraderie among runners and support crews as they endure the challenges together.
About the Cause:
This year we are honored to be supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Since 9/11, Tunnel to Towers has been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. Tunnels to Towers is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to Never Forget September 11, 2001. As sponsors and participants, you will be supporting an important cause that is making a huge difference in the lives of so many brave families and individuals.
About our Honored Military Unit for 2024
TO BE DETERMINED
Each year the Loch Lothian race chooses a military unit to honor and support. We were privileged to honor the 2nd Cavalry Regiment for the 2024 race. The 2nd Cavalry Regiment, also known as the 2nd Dragoons, is an active Stryker infantry and cavalry regiment of the United States Army. The Second Cavalry Regiment is a unit of the United States Army Europe and Africa, with its garrison at the Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany. It can trace its lineage back to the early part of the 19th century. 2nd CAV has fought in the defense of freedom in every major conflict since 1836 including the Mexican-American War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Cold War and Operation Desert Storm. The motto of the 2nd CAV is Toujours Pret -"Always Ready" and joins a list of units that have been honored in previous years to include 1st Infantry Division, 82nd Airborne Division, the 10th Mountain Division, 11th Armored Cavalry "Black Horse" Regiment and the 75th Ranger Regiment.
Runner Perks
- Official Adventure Race sleeve T-shirt featuring the shoulder patch of the 2023 Military unit honoree
- Mission BBQ
- Lot's of food, drinks, and fellowship
- Other Give-a-ways
How To Get There, Where to Park
The start and finish line will be at Midlothian Middle School
Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, VA 23113
Midlothian, VA, 23113
Plenty of Parking will be available at the race site! Additional Parking at Midlothian Middle School
Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, VA 23113
Midlothian, VA, 23113
Plenty of Parking will be available at the race site! Additional Parking at Midlothian Middle School
About the Course
The Loch Lothian 5K/10K course will take you through some incredible scenery right in the heart of Midlothian. The course begins and ends at Midlothian Middle School and runners will traverse roads, sidewalks, paths, bridges, and trails throughout historic Midlothian Mines Park. It is a unique and varied course. Along the way runners will enjoy scenery including Loch Lothian Lake, the Midlothian Mines ruins, replica mining headstock, and miles of trails. The race finishes with an uphill climb on single track trail. Please use caution, be aware and look out for each other. See below for course maps. The start and finish line will be at YouFit Gym. 13583 Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, VA 23113 with a 1000AM Start time.
