Psychoactive

A Last Runner Standing Event

We're at it again ... another opportunity to physically and mentally test yourself while supporting local non-profits, small businesses and a working farm!

The runner standing race format has exploded across the running scene over the past few years and we are upping the ante by routing runners through a compact and elevation friendly 1-1.25 mile route that includes, gravel roads, trails, fields, and grow rows of an active hemp and wildflower farm just minutes north of Charlotte, NC.
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • (Lots and lots of) running, friends, beer and good vibes
  • Limited to the first 100 registrants 
  • Race HQ at Blackberry Ridge Farm in Huntersville, NC
  • Family and veteran owned farm with free parking and stunning scenery
  • Looped course (always close to aid)
  • Course traverses active wildflower and hemp fields
  • Choose your own distance and duration​ 
  • Escalating prizes/incentives for various distances
  • Hosted on private land (hint: BYOFood and BYOBeer)
  • Event Beneficiary = RunningWorks
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REGISTRATION?
  • "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
  • Custom Psychoactive souvenir race bib
  • Chance to win prizes at various distances
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our partners​
  • 2 ice cold bevies (We'll get you started for this BYOBeer event)​
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community
  • Financial support for your local Non-Profit Running community​​
DETAILS

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" events work?

  • All participants must start each lap together
  • Each lap will be the same distance and will begin at set time increments
    • Ex: 1.25 mile laps will start at 7:15am, 7:35am, 7:50am, 8:05am, etc.​
    • Psychoactive will feature a diminishing clock
  • Participants who run faster will have more time to recover before the next lap begins​
  • Participants who fail to start a lap for any reason will receive a DNF
  • Race will continue until there is only 1 winner ... the "Last Runner Standing"​

What do I need to know for Event Day?

  • Parking lot opens at 6am for registrants. Space is limited. Don't park like a knucklehead. Same with "home base" set ups.
  • Course will be a 1-1.25 mile loop that starts/finishes in the same location (Race HQ)
  • Participants can set up their "home base" around the start/finish area (Race HQ)
    • ​Race HQ will be separate from parking. Plan accordingly
  • ​Participants are required to be fully self sufficient throughout the day
    • Nutrition, hydration, shade, chair, change of clothes, lights (if necessary) etc. are the responsibility of each participant
    • ​Unlimited water and reasonably limited Tailwind will be available at Race HQ
    • Friends/family are welcome to support and crew at Race HQ, but cannot pace
  • 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 DNF
  • 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 RunningWorks, a non-profit that seeks to improve the health and well being of the homeless community in Charlotte, NC through running and other socially engaging programs.
  • 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​