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Rockford Road Runners 16th Annual 
 Hobo Runs 

Sept. 13, 14, & 15 - 2019
10k, 25k & 50k maps below scroll down!


Hobo runs are part of the Trail Runner Trophy Series & 
the RRCA State of Illinois 50k Trail Championship Race

If you are running or plan to run Hobo races go to this link and read
General Course Overview, Runner Safety  & Awareness, Trail Markings, Course Support
Read Here

The course for the Sunday 25k will be supported for the same as the 50k - 8 hours.
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Rockford Road Runners 16th Annual Hobo Rendezvous  

Note we have had to change the location of this years event due to delays to the ongoing construction at Rock Cut the park has decided not to allow events to take place in the park until the construction has been completed.

New locations are temporary only for this year we look forward to being back to Rock Cut in 2020

Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve will be the site for the  Friday Nite's 10k is an evening trail race. Bring running lights, headlamps, flashlights, etc. Trail will be marked with signage, glow sticks.and reflective markers.

10k will start near the shelter in the park, Friday Sept.. 13, - 7:00pm start.  Note this is race is on trails in the dark be aware that it is challenging, it is DARK! 

Deer Run Forest Preserve will be the site for the Saturday and Sunday races.
25k will start and finish at the  Deer Run Forest Preserve, Saturday Sept. 14, - 8:00am start - (25k race course on Sat. is supported for 5 hours)

50k & 25k will start and finish at the Deer Run Forest Preserve area, Sunday Sept. 15, - 8:00am start (50k & 25k race course on Sun. is supported for 8 hours)

Triple Crown Award for those who run all three races "85k" each will receive a Hobo Railroad Spike Award.  Triple Crown finishers will also receive special hoodie sweatshirt.

Questions call: Carol Wilson -815-670-4239 or Email: Hoboruns@rockfordroadrunners.org 


Registration Day of Race & Packet Pickups:
  • Sept. 13- 10k - 5:00-6:30pm - Blackhawk Springs Shelter 
  • (NOTE DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR EVENING RACE ENDS AT 6:30PM).
  • Sept. 14 - 25k - 6:30-7:30am - Deer Run Forest Preserve.
  • Sept. 15 - 50k - 6:30-7:30am - Deer Run Forest Preserve.
Note: 25k course will be supported for 5 hours on Saturday (approximate 19+/minute per mile pace),  50k & 25k on Sunday will be supported for 8 hours (15+/minute per mile pace for 50k.)
NOTE: NO Swag Option - The no swag options means you will NOT receive a short or long sleeve shirt, socks, hoodie or any other swag items. 
Should you choose this option for the Triple Crown entry you WILL NOT be eligible to receive any swag.  All runners are eligible for race awards.
No Discounts Day of Race,

Shirts - Check Registration site for cutoff dates signup early to guarantee a shirt and your choice of size.  

No Refunds.

25k & 50k Deer Run Course Map
Course will be 2 loops for 25k & 4 loops for 50k
Aid Station at Start Finish
and a second station that you will pass near 2 & 4 miles in the course. 
Drop Bags can be left at the Start/Finish area

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10k Blackhawk Springs Course Map 

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Rockford Road Runner members receive Hobo race discounts ranging from 10%-20% become a member today.  Join RRR here!
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Rock Cut Hobo Runs part of the TrailRunner 2019 Trophy Series.

RRCA State of Illinois 25k Trail Championship Race
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Hobo Accommodations
Camping at Rock Cut State Park for reservations go to
Reserve America


Course Maps for the new sites coming soon !

Hobo course map 10k

Hobo course map 25k & 50k


Course Overview

General Information, Runners Safety & Awareness, Trail Markings, Course Support.
A must read for all Hobo participants.!
hobo_info_trailmarkings.pdf
File Size: 2945 kb
File Type: pdf
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