LBL CHALLenge

The LBL Challenge is back with both 12 and 24 hour options. We asked, you answered, we listened - with near-even interest in each format, we’re doing both for the return! Delivering a USARA-sanctioned AR built from an old-school race that got us hooked.

LET ME KNOW WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS

• Race Snapshot

  We’re putting the final pieces in place and will confirm all details and open registration as soon as we get the greenlight from the Forest Service.

  LENGTH: 12 and 24 Hour options
  DISCIPLINES: Navigating • Biking • Trekking • Paddling
  DISTANCES: ballpark estimates coming soon
  WHERE: Land Between the Lakes, KY
  WHEN: Saturday, March 28
  WHO: Solos or Teams
  USARA Sanctioned

  THE COURSE:
  This is a thinking race. Lots of off-trail travel, bushwhacking, and cross-country navigation define the LBL Challenge. Foot, bike, and boat legs will be stitched together by your route choices and decisions.

  COST: 12HR - $145 | 24HR - $325

• What You Get

  Registration Includes

  • Premium LBL-branded swag (exact item announced soon)

  • Boats provided for 24HR option. Rentals available for 12HR option.

  • Waterproof maps (with the option to add extra mapsets)

  • A well-marked, thoughtfully designed course

  • Perfectly placed checkpoints

  • Post-race meal

  • A genuine, old-school adventure racing experience

  Swag options are in the works - we’ll share details when registration opens.

• Schedule (Tentative)

  Saturday — March 28

  • Gear Staging: 6:00–7:00 AM

  • Check-In + Maps: 7:00 AM

  • Race Start: 8:00 AM

  • Race Cutoff: 8:00 PM (12HR) | 8:00 AM SUNDAY (24HR)

“The race itself was perfect, lots of options and no shortage of suffering. I wish I could do it again next Saturday.”

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FAQ

• Where should I stay?

  We’d recommend: Energy Lake Campground, Kenlake State Resort Park, Lake Barkley State Resort Park

• I’m new to adventure racing. Help.

  Checkout this page from USARA, How to Get Started in Adventure Racing. It has great info and links to additional resources. Then get ready to be transformed by the sport of AR.

• Can I rent a boat or bring my own?

  Boats will be provided for the 24HR option. Rentals will be available for the 12HR option only, with price and availability listed in the registration page.

• What should I expect?

  More details will roll out as we get closer. We’ll send a Racer Communication with the essentials before race week. For now, train a bit, and be ready to find checkpoints in the woods.

Consider Volunteering

Since we’re offering both 12 and 24 hour options, it’ll take a solid volunteer crew to make it work! If family or friends are joining, or you know of anyone that just wants to spend the day outside - we’d love the help.

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LBL Challenge is a USARA-sanctioned event.

Meaning it meets the safety, insurance, and organizational standards set by the United States Adventure Racing Association - the national governing body of adventure racing in the U.S. USARA has supported the sport for over 20 years, helping ensure well-run, accessible, and responsibly managed races.

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