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Rock the Goat: A Greenway & Gravel Running Party

With minimal elevation, this time based running event is the perfect opportunity to hit your distance or duration PR. Featuring a 3.5-mile looped course that traverses beautiful greenway and gravel trails, you can feel good about running while supporting small business and local environmental non-profits just minutes from downtown Charlotte, NC.

Human Powered Movement - Rocky River Shiver - Rocky River MTB Trails - Viaduct
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • (Lots and lots of) running, friends, beer and good vibes
  • Limited to the first 100 registrants 
  • 3.5 mi Looped course (always close to aid)
  • You determine your own pace and distance
  • Perfect setting for distance and/or time PR's
  • Earn prizes at various distance increments
  • Venue = Confluence in Cramerton, NC w/ after party
  • Event Beneficiary = TBD
Registration Coming Soon

WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REGISTRATION?
  • "Ultra Marathon" style running party with friends & family
  • A chance to test yourself physically and mentally
  • Custom "Rock the Goat" shirt from Recover Brands
    • Locally made from 100% recycled materials
    • Only guaranteed to those who sign up by Sun, 9/11
  • Custom Rock the Goat souvenir race bib
  • Chance to earn goodies at various distances
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our partners​
  • Stocked Aid Station with Water, Tailwind, Coke, pretzels, chips, M&Ms, etc. 
  • Sierra Nevada beer specials at the after party at Confluence​
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community
  • Financial support for local Non-Profit organizations​
Human Powered Movement - Rocky River Shiver - Rocky River MTB Trails - Trailhead
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Human Powered Movement - Rocky River Shiver - Rocky River MTB Trails
DETAILS
  • ​Date: Saturday, 1/20/24
  • Hosted at: Confluence
  • Address: 117 Center St. Cramerton, NC 28032
  • Start Time: 10Hr = 7:30am - 6Hr = 8:30am - 3Hr = 9:30am
  • End Time: 10Hr = 5:30pm - 6Hr = 2:30pm - 3Hr = 12:30pm
  • Loop-Based Course Map: HERE​
  • Early Reg: $70/$55/$40 (until = DATE)​​
  • Regular Reg: $80/$65/$50 (until = DATE)
  • Last Call Reg: $90/$75/$60 (until = DATE)
  • Day of Reg (if available): $100/$85/$70
RegistRation Coming Soon!

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.
Rocky River Shiver Sponsor - Sierra Nevada Brewing Co - Human Powered Movement
Rocky River Shiver MTB Sponsor - Recover Brands - Human Powered Movement
Rocky River Shiver MTB Sponsor - Stoke Performance - Human Powered Movement
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Rock the Goat - FAQs


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

  • All participants must start each lap together
  • Psychoactive will feature a 1.25 mi lapped course (~85ft of elevation gain/lap)
    • Each lap will begin at set time increments with a diminishing clock​
    • View the 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"​
Human Powered Movement - Rocky River Shiver - Cash Payout

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 will be a 1.25 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 a port-a-john 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​
Human Powered Movement - Rocky River Shiver - Event Day FAQs

How does this event support non-profits?

  • 100% of donations during registration go directly to TBD a non-profit that seeks to improve .........
  • 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)​
Human Powered Movement - Trips for Kids Charlotte - Beneficiary of the Rocky River Shiver
Human Powered Movement - 1% For the Planet Member

If you have Additional questions or want to support this event ... email us HERE​ 

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  • Events
    • Sampler Preview Event & Kayak Demo
    • South Fork Sampler (Adventure Race)
    • Rocky River Shiver (Mtn Bike)
    • Psychoactive (Run)
  • Confluence
    • Recreation 101
    • Bike Rentals
  • Journal
  • Gear Graphics
  • Store
  • Connect