The Pistol Ultra

09/01/2026

Lodging for The Pistol Ultra — Alcoa, Tennessee

Planning your trip for The Pistol Ultra? We’ve secured group rates at several hotels just minutes from the start/finish line.

Host Hotel and Packet Pickup Location:

Hilton Knoxville Airport – 865-970-4300

Fairfield Inn - 865 409-5950

Quality Inn – 865-984-6800

Lock in your stay early and make race weekend as easy and stress-free as possible.

Click Here to Reserve your room - https://runsignup.com/Race/ThePistolCreekRun/Page/Hotels-1

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08/26/2026

Today is a GREAT day to register for The Pistol Ultra!

Seriously… what are you waiting for? Come join the Pistol Party!

100 Mile • 100K • 50 Mile • 50K • 20 Mile • 10 Mile • Double Barrel

Fast course. Incredible aid stations. Amazing volunteers. A Race For Everyone. One unforgettable race weekend.

March 13–14, 2027
Alcoa, Tennessee

Register by November 22 to guarantee your official rabbit Shirt.

Pick your distance. Set your goal. We’ll see you at the starting line.

Blaze A Path. Aim For Glory!

Register today: https://www.pistolultra.com/

📸 Photo Credits: Nick Morgan Photography & Misty Dawn Photography

08/22/2026

Fall will be here before you know it, and now is the perfect time to grab your favorite Pistol Ultra merchandise!

We still have some of our awesome Bella+Canvas soft sweatshirts in stock. They’re incredibly soft, comfortable, and perfect for those cool fall days while showing your Pistol pride.

And don’t forget to grab your favorite BOCO Beanie! It’s a great addition to your fall and winter gear and a perfect way to keep representing The Pistol wherever you go.

Grab your favorite piece today while supplies last.

Shop The Pistol merchandise today and get ready for fall!

https://www.shopgoodendurance.com

08/11/2026

BLAZE A PATH. AIM FOR GLORY!

Join us March 13–14, 2027 in Alcoa, Tennessee, for the 14th Annual THE PISTOL ULTRA!

Whether you’re chasing your first ultra, a new PR, a buckle, or simply looking for your next big challenge, there’s a place for you at The Pistol.

Choose your distance:

★ 100 Mile
★ 100K
★ 50 Mile
★ 50K
★ 20 Mile
★ 10 Mile
★ Double Barrel (50K & 50M)

With a fast, paved course, minimal elevation, outstanding aid stations, and an incredible running community, The Pistol is designed to give runners the opportunity to chase big goals.

March 13–14, 2027
Alcoa, Tennessee

Check out the video and get a glimpse of what makes The Pistol special:

Register today at https://www.pistolultra.com/

Come take your shot in 2027!
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Video Credits to Todd Temple
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07/30/2026

Whether you’re dreaming of your first 10 Mile, 50K, 100K, or even 100 Mile finish, or you’re chasing a new personal best, The Pistol Ultra is the perfect place to make it happen.

Our fast, runner-friendly course, amazing volunteers, fully stocked aid stations, and supportive atmosphere have helped countless runners reach goals they once thought were out of reach.

🏃 Choose your challenge:
• 100 Mile
• 100K
• 50 Mile
• 50K
• 20 Mile
• 10 Mile

📅 March 13–14, 2027
📍 Alcoa, Tennessee

Watch the video and imagine yourself crossing that finish line. The only thing missing is you.

Register today at PistolUltra.com and start your journey toward an unforgettable finish.

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07/25/2026

Today is a great day to register... what are you waiting for? Come join the Pistol Party!

Whether you're chasing your first 100 Mile or 100K, looking to set a new PR in the 50 Mile, 50K, 20 Mile, or 10 Mile, or ready to take on the Double Barrel Challenge (50K + 50 Mile), The Pistol Ultra has a distance for everyone!

Choose Your Challenge:
• 100 Mile
• 100K
• 50 Mile
• 50K
• 20 Mile
• 10 Mile
• Double Barrel (50K + 50 Mile)

✔️ Fast, USATF-certified course
✔️ Incredible volunteers and fully stocked aid stations
✔️ Custom finisher buckles for all 100 Mile and 100K finishers

Register by November 22, 2026 to guarantee your official Rabbit EZ Tee!

📅 March 13–14, 2027
📍 Alcoa, Tennessee (Just 1.5 miles from Knoxville Airport)

Your next finish line starts with one click. We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

Register today: www.PistolUltra.com

📸 Photo Credits: Nick Morgan Photography & Misty Dawn Photography

07/20/2026

We're Excited to Announce Our Featured Race Weekend Speaker for The Pistol Ultra 2027!

Please join us in welcoming Kallup McCoy II as our featured speaker for race weekend.

Join us Friday, March 12, 2027, at approximately 6:30 PM in the Hilton Knoxville Airport Ballroom following packet pickup for an inspiring evening as we kick off an unforgettable Pistol Ultra weekend.

Kallup is an ultrarunner, running coach, personal trainer, founder of RezHOPE, and a proud member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. After overcoming a 14-year battle with addiction, he found healing, purpose, and a new direction through running. Since then, he has completed extraordinary endurance challenges, including running the Trail of Tears route and running across America to inspire hope, recovery, and resilience.

His story is about much more than running—it's about perseverance, second chances, and discovering what is possible when you refuse to quit. Whether you're racing the 100 Mile, 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, 20 Mile, or 10 Mile, this is a special opportunity to hear from someone whose journey has inspired runners and communities across the country.

We encourage all runners, crew members, volunteers, family, and friends to join us for this special evening before race day. We know you'll leave inspired and ready to take on your own challenge.

Learn more about Kallup McCoy II, watch his videos, and explore his accomplishments here:

https://runsignup.com/Race/ThePistolCreekRun/Page/Guest-Speaker

07/14/2026

Thinking about running your first 100 Mile or 100K? Or maybe you're coming back to chase a new PR?

The Pistol Ultra is built for runners. You'll find a fast, USATF-certified course, fully stocked aid stations, incredible volunteers, and a running community that will be cheering for you from your first mile to your last.

When you cross that finish line, you'll earn one of our custom 100K or 100 Mile finisher buckles—a reward that represents every early morning, every long run, and every mile it took to get there.

Not quite ready for a 100 Mile or 100K? No problem. We also offer 50 Mile, 50K, 20 Mile, and 10 Mile races, so whether you're stepping up to your first longer distance or looking for a spring PR, there's a race for everyone.

If you want the official Rabbit EZ Tee, be sure to register by November 22, 2026. That's our shirt deadline, and because Rabbit shirts are ordered well in advance, anyone registering after November 22 will receive an alternate event shirt based on available inventory and sizing.

📅 March 13–14, 2027
📍 Alcoa, Tennessee (Located 1 1/2 Miles from Knoxville Airport)

Whether it's your first race with us or your tenth, we'd love to have you on the starting line.

Register today at www.PistolUltra.com

📸 Photo Credits: Nick Morgan Photography & Misty Dawn Photography

07/03/2026

The Pistol Store July 4th Sale is HERE!

Use code (JULY4TH) at checkout.

Celebrate Independence Day by saving on your favorite The Pistol gear!

Sale Ends Monday, July 6!

Now is the perfect time to grab your favorite Pistol shirts, hats, hoodies, and official Rabbit shirts before they're gone. Many items are available in limited quantities, so don't wait!

🛒 Shop now: https://www.shopgoodendurance.com/

Thank you for supporting The Pistol Ultra and Good Endurance Running. We can't wait to see you sporting your Pistol gear on race day in 2027!

05/02/2026

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