Course Preview Runs

Hell Hath No Hurry Preview Runs are free, low-pressure chances to learn the course before race day. Same trails. Same dirt. Less drama.

These are group training runs, not races. No timing. No awards. Just a guided first loop, some company, and the kind of terrain that will politely ignore your road legs.

PREVIEW RUN DATES

• Preview Run #1 — Sunday, April 12, 2026

  • Registration page: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Carnegie/HellHathNoHurryPreviewRun1

  • Registration opens: March 22, 2026

• Preview Run #2 — Sunday, May 17, 2026

  • Details/registration posted closer to the date
    
    

START GROUPS & TIMES (APRIL 12 PREVIEW RUN)

• 6:00 AM Start Group

  • Time: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

  • Cost: $0

  • Pace: Any 

  • Route: ~10K loop 

  • The Race Director (or assistant) leads the first loop, then you can repeat loops or explore on your own.
    
    

• 9:00 AM Start Group — 10:00–14:00 min/mile pace 

  • Time: 9:00 AM EDT

  • Cost: $0

  • Led by Peter Kozlowski
    
    

• 9:00 AM Start Group — >14:00 min/mile pace

  • Time: 9:00 AM EDT

  • Cost: $0

  • Led by Chris Cain (Pro Bike + Run – Robinson)
    
    

Important (9:00 AM groups): This is a group run with no course markings. We’ll stay together and keep it social.

LOCATION

Start/Finish: Cayuga Shelter, Settlers Cabin Park (same as race day — by the yellow playground)
Address: Cayuga Shelter, Papose Drive, Carnegie, PA 15205
Coordinates: 40.431623, -80.157008

WHAT TO EXPECT

• ~10K loop on HHNH trails

• Singletrack, hills, roots, mud, uneven footing

• Relaxed atmosphere, real trail conditions

• Good for first-timers and veterans who want a refresher (or a reality check)
  
  

AID & SUPPLIES

Minimal support. Plan accordingly.

• Bring your own hydration and nutrition

• We may have bananas, donuts, and water if it’s hot

READY TO HIT THE TRAILS?

Choose your start group and register. No pressure. No timing chips. Just good trails and good company.