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Childish Nonsense
Palatine, IllinoisAlly Gregory / C.U.S.S. Running
- Entry
- $125
- Aid stations
- 1
- Days to register
- 167
At a glance
- Date
- Apr 24, 2027
- Location
- Palatine, Illinois
- Distances
- 50 mi, 50K, 25K, 5.5 mi
- Aid stations
- 1, 1 with crew access
- Registration
- Closes Apr 7, 2027, via ultrasignup.com
Listed from UltraSignup. Checked Oct 18, 2026.
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Build my planAbout this race
A loop course trail race with various distances starting at Deer Grove Forest Preserve west, featuring an aid station at Start/Finish every 5.5 miles and shenanigans throughout the day to help awaken participants' inner child.
Key dates
Registration closes
Apr 7, 2027
Race day
Apr 24, 2027
Pricing
Current price
$125
50 Miler
Price progression
5.5 Miler
$25
25K
$60
50K
$80
50 Miler
$125
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Aid stations
1| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start/Finish The only aid station; runners pass it every 5.5 miles. | 0.00 miles | 7:00 PM | -- |
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