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Saturday, March 7, 2026

STUMP JUMP 2026

50K · 10 mi · Signal Mountain · Cumberland Trail, TN
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50K course31 mi · 7,100 ft gain · 1,245–1,898 ft

About Stump Jump

Takes place on a 90% single-track course atop Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge. With gorgeous, jaw-dropping views of the Tennessee River Gorge and lush coves of cascading streams, hemlock, and rhododendron, these sandstone-strewn trails offer some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cumberland Plateau region. Elevation gain for the 50K is over 5,000 ft.

Results

THE FINISHERS

Women — Top 3
  1. 1Lea Mulligan· 261:14:49
  2. 2Tay Cavett· 285:34:11
  3. 3Catherine Casselman· 301:30:42
Men — Top 3
  1. 1William Sickenberger· 325:00:38
  2. 2Mac Dean· 345:07:25
  3. 3Will Noggle· 331:19:06
Age-group winners · 50K
AgeFemaleMale
<20Susanna Anz7:15:43—
20-29Tay Cavett5:34:11Austin Young6:19:59
30-39Madison Eubanks6:44:35William Sickenberger5:00:38
40-49Elizabeth Mccalley7:28:23Nathan Holland5:50:40
50-59Amanda Shaw8:55:25Peter Sabatini6:31:24
60-69—Michael Scogings8:29:35
Age-group winners · 10 MILER
AgeFemaleMale
<20Callaway Wheeler1:36:06Raylen Stone2:11:28
20-29Lea Mulligan1:14:49Jonathan Ziesmer1:35:31
30-39Catherine Casselman1:30:42Will Noggle1:19:06
40-49Kateryna Moisyeyeva1:35:00Brennan Pratt1:20:53
50-59Laura Hill1:42:36Mac McGee1:34:55
60-69Star Affolter2:01:43Mike Berry1:44:22
70+—Lanny Bell3:36:12

50K · 102 men finishers

  1. 1William Sickenberger5:00:38
    Overall #1Age 32Chattanooga, TN
  2. 2Mac Dean5:07:25
    Overall #2Age 34Chattanooga, TN
  3. 3Bryson Harper5:21:28
    Overall #3Age 37Chattanooga, TN
  4. 5Austin Pryor5:48:29
    Age 32Soddy Daisy, TN
  5. 6Nathan Holland5:50:40
    Age 42Signal Mountain, TN
  6. 7Ryan Mittwede5:52:29
    Age 41Georgetown, IN
  7. 8Timothy Ronan5:58:48
    Age 38Signal Mountain, TN
  8. 9Joshua Cornett6:04:31
    Age 31Huntsville, AL
  9. 10Thomas Sellers6:12:03
    Age 31Ringgold, GA
  10. 11Charlie Haney6:16:30
    Age 32Chattanooga, TN
  11. 12Austin Young6:19:59
    Age 28Dayton, TN
  12. 13Skyler Baker6:21:05
    Age 31Chattanooga, TN
  13. 14Josh Bible6:24:43
    Age 40Signal Mountain, TN
  14. 15Matt Ramiller6:25:58
    Age 38Battle Creek, MI
  15. 16Peter Sabatini6:31:24
    Age 51Signal Mountain, TN
  16. 17Benjamin Sparks6:35:24
    Age 35East Ridge, TN
  17. 18Will Queen6:35:55
    Age 32Signal Mtn, TN
  18. 19Tim Briggs6:43:37
    Age 49Warm Springs, AL
  19. 21Stu Darsey6:44:59
    Age 35Chattanooga, TN
  20. 22Benjamin Ramos6:45:10
    Age 33Chattanooga, TN
+ 82 more men finishers — full results on UltraSignup below

10 MILER · 121 men finishers

  1. 1Will Noggle1:19:06
    Overall #2Age 33Signal Mountain, TN
  2. 2Brennan Pratt1:20:53
    Overall #3Age 43Decatur, GA
  3. 3John Brock1:23:45
    Overall #4Age 35Lookout Mountain, TN
  4. 6Tim Stephens1:30:55
    Age 37Ooltewah, TN
  5. 7Robert Kulisek1:32:50
    Age 46Signal Mountain, TN
  6. 9Mac McGee1:34:55
    Age 55Lookout Mountain, TN
  7. 12Jonathan Ziesmer1:35:31
    Age 25Ooltewah, TN
  8. 13Michael Brooks1:35:56
    Age 33Chattanooga, TN
  9. 16Matthew Aplin1:37:55
    Age 42Chattanooga, TN
  10. 17Kevin Green1:38:09
    Age 35Signal Mountain, TN
  11. 18Sam Berry1:38:17
    Age 32Chattanooga, TN
  12. 19John Baldschun1:38:22
    Age 43Flintstone, GA
  13. 20Christian Newport1:38:33
    Age 26Chattanooga, TN
  14. 21Brent Spell1:38:35
    Age 46Hixson, TN
  15. 23Sam Green1:39:42
    Age 42Tucker, GA
  16. 26Jordan McClure1:41:16
    Age 24Chattanooga, TN
  17. 28Peter Knoop1:41:36
    Age 54Signal Mountain, TN
  18. 31David Barron1:42:40
    Age 47Chattanooga, TN
  19. 34Quentin Miller1:43:30
    Age 34Chattanooga, TN
  20. 35Adam Webb1:43:48
    Age 46Signal Mountain, TN
+ 101 more men finishers — full results on UltraSignup below
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How the day ran

RACE DAY DETAILS

Experience the Southeast's premier trail challenge. The Stump Jump 50K and 10 Miler returns for its 26th year to the rugged beauty of Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge — a 90% single-track course winding through the Cumberland Plateau's most iconic landscapes, from the jaw-dropping vistas of the Tennessee River Gorge to lush, stream-fed coves lined with hemlock and rhododendron. Whether you're chasing your first ultra finish or your 500th, these sandstone-strewn trails offer a world-class experience that has made the Stump Jump a bucket-list event for locals and international runners alike. This race sells out every year — don't wait. Secure your spot on the start line today.

90% single-track on Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge. Distances: 50K and 10 Miler. Terrain: Tennessee River Gorge vistas, lush stream-fed coves lined with hemlock and rhododendron, sandstone-strewn trails.

Cutoffs — Indian Rock House (Mile 14.5): 4:00 (16:33/mile) · Mullens Cove (Mile 22.8): 7:00 (18:25/mile) · 50K Finish: 10:00 (5:30 PM)

Awards — Every runner receives a race shirt, a post-race meal, and free beer from Dynamo Brewing. No drop bags, no crews. Course records: Old course — Kris Whorton & David Riddle. New course — Lea Mulligan (5:21:30) & Seth Ruhling (4:09:28).

Start/Finish: Signal Mountain Soccer Fields behind Signal Mountain High School, 2650 Sam Powell Road, Signal Mountain, TN 37377. Strict policies: NO crews, NO drop bags, NO refunds/transfers/deferments. The race will not be held for late arrivals — arrive early. On-site shoe demos from La Sportiva and Rossignol. Multiple bathrooms at the pavilion. Camping available on the soccer fields ($10/night, benefits Signal Mountain School; tents and RVs welcome but no hookups or showers — contact ginny@badbeardevents.com or Venmo @badbeardevents). Off-site lodging ~20 min in downtown Chattanooga or Airbnb on Signal Mountain. Proceeds benefit Signal Mountain Athletics and Chattanooga Cave and Cliff Rescue.

Schedule
  1. 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Friday March 5
    Early packet pickup
    Hello Monty, 306 W Main Street. Stainless pints and Bad Beard merch available.
  2. 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM, Saturday March 6
    50K race-day packet pickup
    Start/Finish line
  3. 7:30 AM EST
    50K start
  4. 7:45 AM - 8:15 AM
    10 Miler race-day packet pickup
  5. 8:30 AM EST
    10 Miler start
Aid stations
  1. Mi 4.9
    Edwards Point
    Light aid: water, Gatorade, snacks
  2. Mi 8.2
    Mushroom Rock
    Full aid: water, Gatorade, cola, ginger ale, gels, Oatmeal Creme Pies, pickles, chips, PB&Js, fruit
  3. Mi 14.5Cutoff 4 hours (11:30 AM)
    Indian Rock House
    Full aid
  4. Mi 16.7
    Snoopers Rock
    Light aid
  5. Mi 19.4
    Haley Road
    Light aid
  6. Mi 22.8Cutoff 7 hours (2:30 PM)
    Mullens Cove Parking Lot
    Full aid
What to bring
  • RequiredPersonal cup (cupless race)
  • RequiredHydration pack or handheld bottle
  • SuggestedTrekking poles
All editions

STUMP JUMP ARCHIVE

  1. 2027
    STUMP JUMP 2027→
  2. 2026
    STUMP JUMP 2026●
  3. 2025
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  4. 2024
    STUMP JUMP 2024→
  5. 2023
    STUMP JUMP 2023→
  6. 2022
    STUMP JUMP 2022→
  7. 2021
    STUMP JUMP 2021→
  8. 2019
    STUMP JUMP 2019→
Know the course

THE GROUND STUMP JUMP RUNS ON

Get to know the trail before the gun goes off. Our guide covers the trailhead, the terrain, and the route for your watch, so a training run out here means fewer surprises on race day.

GuideMullens Cove Loop
Volunteers staffing a Bad Beard aid station
Crew passing nutrition to runners mid-course
Crew up

Volunteer with Bad Beard Events

Our races run on volunteer power — course marshals, aid stations, packet pickup, finish-line cheer squads.

You don't need experience. Bring a thermos, decent layers, and a willingness to clap loudly. We'll plug you in.

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