Psychoactive: A Last Runner Standing Event

Join us on 9/23/23 for an opportunity to test yourself physically and mentally while supporting small businesses, environmental non-profits, and a working farm!

The last runner standing race format has exploded throughout the running scene over the past few years and we are upping the ante by routing runners through a compact and elevation friendly 1.35 mile route that includes, gravel roads, trails, rolling fields, and grow rows of an active hemp and wildflower farm just minutes from Charlotte, NC.
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • (Lots and lots of) running, friends, beer and good vibes
  • Limited to the first 100 registrants 
  • Venue = Blackberry Ridge Farm in Huntersville, NC
  • Family and veteran owned farm with free parking
  • 1.35 mi Looped course (always close to aid)
  • Course traverses active wildflower and hemp fields
  • You determine your distance and duration​ 
    • 2023 Lap Schedule/Pace Chart HERE
  • Escalating incentives for various distances
  • Hosted on private land (hint: BYOFood and BYOBeer)
  • Event Beneficiary = Carolina Farm Trust
    • Click HERE to see what you can win in the Donation Raffle!
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REG?
  • "Last Runner Standing" party with friends & family
  • A chance to test yourself physically and mentally
  • Psychoactive event shirt from Recover Brands
    • Locally made from 100% recycled materials
    • Only guaranteed to those who sign up by Mon, 9/4
  • Custom Psychoactive souvenir race bib
  • Chance to earn goodies at various distances
  • Fully stocked aid station from Athlos Media/Running
  • 2 ice cold bevies (We'll get you started on this BYOBeer event ... 21+ only)​
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our partners​
  • Exclusive BOGO ticket discount to Carolina Farm Trust's "Carolina Jubilee" Festival
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community
  • Financial support for your local Non-Profit agriculture community​
    • See how you can support and win cool stuff HERE
DETAILS:
  • ​Date: Saturday, 9/23/23
  • Location: Blackberry Ridge Farm
  • Address: 14820 Beatties Ford Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078
  • Start Time: 8:00am
  • End Time: Who knows
  • Lap Schedule/Pace Chart: TBD - See below for 2022 Chart​
  • Elevation Chart (ish): View HERE
  • Eager Beaver Reg (first 20 people): $55 - SOLD OUT
  • Standard Reg: $65​​
  • Last Call Reg (Starting 9/5): $75 
    • Online Reg closes at midnight 9/20/23
  • Day of Reg (if available): $85

RUNNER RESOURCES

EVENT PHOTOS - Wesley Maxwell

RESULTS

Partners

Big ups to each of these amazing organizations for supporting this event and other human powered experiences.
Join us in showing them love with our collective buying power and support.

Pychoactive - FAQs

How do "Last Runner Standing" or "Elimination" events work?

  • All participants must start each lap together
  • Psychoactive will feature a 1.35 mi lapped course (~115ft of elevation gain/lap)
    • Each lap will begin at set time increments with a diminishing clock​
    • View the 2023 Lap Schedule/Pace Chart HERE
  • Any participants that does not begin a lap is eliminated
  • Any participant that does not complete a lap within the time limit is eliminated
  • Participants who run faster will have more time to rest before the next lap begins​​
  • Race will continue until there is only 1 winner ... the "Last Runner Standing"​
  • Refer to the RUNNER RESOURCES section above for more info and details

What do I need to know for Event Day?

  • Parking lot opens at 7am for registrants. Space is limited. Don't park like a knucklehead. Same with "home base" set ups.
  • Participants can set up their "home base" around the start/finish area (Race HQ)
    • ​Race HQ will be close, but separate, from parking. Plan accordingly​
  • Course is a 1.35 mile loop that starts/finishes in the same location (Race HQ)
  • Participants are required to be fully self sufficient throughout the day
    • Shade, chair, change of clothes, lights (if necessary) etc. are the responsibility of each participant
    • ​Unlimited water and reasonably limited Tailwind and Coke will be available at Race HQ
    • Participants are responsible for their main nutritional needs but we will have pretzels, chips, M&Ms, etc.
    • Friends/family are welcome to support and crew at Race HQ, but cannot pace on course
  • Event is on private land. Thank Blackberry Ridge Farm for their hospitality. Enjoy their beautiful property. Be respectful and aware of surroundings at all times.​
  • There will be two port-a-johns at Race HQ ... plan accordingly​
  • We'll have coolers of beer (including Homebrew from the RD), when you finish or are eliminated
  • Our goal is to break you before sunset ... let's see what happens​

How does this event support non-profits?

  • 100% of donations during registration go directly to Carolina Farm Trust, a non-profit that is strengthening the local food system through the Carolinas from production to consumption.
    • ​See what you can win in the Donation Raffle HERE
  • Additionally, we are a proud 1% For the Planet member, a portion of all of our revenue goes directly to supporting environmental non-profits in the greater Charlotte, NC area (where we are based)​
If you have Additional questions or want to support this event ... email us HERE​ 

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