Thunderbird Trail Run

November 9, 2024
Norman, Oklahoma

Overview

Looking for a trail run closer to Oklahoma City/Norman area?? Lake Thunderbird State Park consists of 1,874 acres located 12 miles east of Norman. Lake Thunderbird’s wonderful trail system will host distances of 100k, 50k, 25k, 12.5K, and 5k. These are fast, runnable, single track trails! Offering sleek Thunderbird awards with a 100k buckle and the aid stations you have become accustomed to at Outlaw events!

Outlaw Trail Series

Complete all 6 trail runs in the Outlaw Trail Series (Outlaw, Lake McMurtry, Greater Roadrunner Trail Run, Flower Moon, Dark and Dirty, and Thunderbird) in a calendar year and receive a cool plaque to recognize your achievement. Distance is not a factor (in other words, you can run the 5K or the 135mile). Virtual options do exist that allow runners to complete the series even if they are unable to attend an event in person. An Oklahoma-shaped plaque with hooks looks great as a display for awesome medals.

Start Times

100K, 50K- 7am
25K, 12.5k- 7:30am
5K- 7:45am

Photography

Mile 90 will be making the runners look good and capturing spectacular images for you to share. These are free with your registration. Please visit their website http://www.mile90.com.

Course Description

Located within Lake Thunderbird State Park, the course consists of single track trails that are flat and fast for a nice easy run in the woods. PRs for trail runs are very possible!

The course is a 12.5k loop with longer distances running multiples of this loop. Clear Bay aid station is hit at mile 2.1 and again at 5.6. Breakwater bay/Calypso Cove aid station is at 3.9 miles. Drop bags can be placed at both aid stations. They will be taken at the start of the race and brought back at the conclusion. If you need it before then you may drive to the aid station and pick it up.

Virtual Run

Unable to attend and still want to participate? Virtual options do exist that allow runners to obtain a coveted medal or complete the series even if they are unable to attend an event in person. We realize that other life obligations come up.

Cutoff

The cutoff for all distances is 18 hours.

Packet Pickup

Packet pick up will start at 5:30 am the day of the race. It will be set up at the South Dam pavilion at the Start/Finish.

Awards Policy

We work hard on our swag because we know you work hard for our swag!!! We do allow drop downs to receive the medal for the longest distance completed (but not qualify for place).

Discounts/Benefits

Military Discount
If you are currently active duty Military or a Veteran, we’d like to give our thanks by extending a 10% discount for your entry fee. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Child Discount (in person only)
Outlaw events are meant to be amongst family and friends. As such, any parent entry will entitle one child (15 yo and under) to a free entry of same or lesser distance. We understand that registering all the kids gets expensive so here is a chance for the kids to get a great medal and T-shirt and to be active and healthy as a family. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Volunteer Benefits
Along with a T-shirt and the normal fun of volunteering, we would like to do more. It takes a community to put on quality races, but volunteers also need to be appreciated. The program will be as follows: Shifts are in 4-8 hour increments and you must sign up. If you volunteer for one shift at any of our races you will get 25% off registration for any of our future races. Distance is not a factor. So 4 shifts will be a free race.

Directions/Travel/Lodging

Please use the location Thunderbird Dam road in Google or Apple maps. If you put use Thunderbird State Park it will take you to the north (wrong) side of the lake.

Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City is the closest airport. Norman offers a variety of hotel options.

Policies

You may defer (for any reason) to any of our subsequent races. Prior to registration closing, you can defer by editing your race in ultrasignup. Cancel the race and it will give you a credit to any other Outlaw event. Once registration closes, you may defer up until the Wednesday prior to the race. There will be no deferments after the race has occurred. Contact us on messenger at Outlaw 100 or by email to arrange deferments during this time period.

We do not allow transfers.

Cancellation will only be in the event of extreme circumstances (inclement weather; local, state, or national emergency) and is at the race directors discretion. If for any reason the event has to be shut down due to extreme weather, natural disaster, etc… you will be pulled from the course or held at an aid station until you can be removed from the course. Please, no arguing if this should happen. It is for your own safety. If the race has to be cancelled, no refunds will be issued.

Under no circumstance will refunds be issued.

See our website for a full discussion of all our policies.

Trail Workdays

Please visit our website or Facebook event page for information on trail workdays.

Miscellaneous

Medical Risks
Each runner is responsible or their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. It is important for the runner to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. Each participant must continuously monitor his/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that you are responsible for your own well-being during this race.

Race Rules For Runners
1 Absolutely no littering!
2. You may not stash supplies along the course.
3. Any runner dropping out shall immediately notify the nearest aid station or race management at the start/finish area.
4. Runners accepting a ride for any reason are deemed out of the race and may not re-enter.
5. All runners will abide by the directions of race management.
6. Violations of any rule will be grounds for disqualification. Race Management reserves the right to bar any runner from competing in this and any future Outlaw races.
7. In the case of a tie, runners will be placed alphabetically.
8. All animals must be leashed at all times.
9. Decisions of Race Management are final.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are trekking poles allowed?
Yes.

Are dogs allowed?
Yes, all dogs must be on a leash.

Do I have to run?
No, in fact many people walk or hike the entire race no matter the distance. You do not have to be fast to participate.

Please visit our website for further details http://www.outlaw100.com or contact us at Outlaw 100 on messenger. Also check out our facebook page Outlaw 100 for race updates and please “like” our page.