Alabama · Other
Railroad Reckoning
Railroad Reckoning is a Other event held in Birmingham, Alabama. It was last held on September 5, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Birmingham, AL
Race details
- Last held
- September 5, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Distances
- Other
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 9:00 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
About the Railroad Reckoning
Welcome to Alabama's most unique race! Set entirely in downtown Birmingham's scenic Railroad Park, the Railroad Reckoning will challenge your perception of just how far you're capable of going (+ maybe time, space, your sanity…) How it Works: Start at the Railroad Park Pavilion and run a ~0.78-mile loop around the park (You have a generous 12-minute cutoff to finish the first loop - 15+ minute/mile pace) - Proceed with the second loop immediately after the first loop's 12-minute cutoff …
Rankings and notes
- Notes
- [distances inferred from name]
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Railroad Reckoning: common questions
- When is the Railroad Reckoning?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Railroad Reckoning held?
- In Birmingham, Alabama.
- What distances does the Railroad Reckoning offer?
- Other.
- How do I register for the Railroad Reckoning?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Railroad Reckoning?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed. $59 (from runsignup.com, checked October 20, 2026).
- What time does the Railroad Reckoning start?
- 9:00 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Railroad Reckoning?
- Loop course; Road surface.
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