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Justin Poehnelt
WAITLIST ACTIVE May 16, 2026
Galena Sky Trail Races

8hrs

Galena, IL
Other Distances: 4hrs
Field Strength
64.1%
0 Elite (90+)
Total Entrants
69
Registered Runners

The Galena Sky Trail Races offer a high-energy endurance challenge at Chestnut Mountain Resort, where runners tackle 4-hour or 8-hour timed loops overlooking the Mississippi River. This event transforms rugged winter ski slopes into a scenic trail course, pairing a demanding physical test with a festive atmosphere that includes a DJ, taco bar, and stunning tri-state views.

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Field Strength

Field Strength
64.1%
Rank of 20th
-4.4%
Median Rank
64.7%
90+
0
80-89
4
60-79
23
<60
8
New
34
Elite Runners (90+)
Count
0
-2.7 vs avg
% of Field
0.0%
-1.5% vs avg

About rankings: Stats based on 35 runners with 5+ UltraSignup finishes.

Field Strength is the UltraSignup rank of the 20th strongest qualified runner—a higher value indicates greater depth of talent.

Excluded: 24 with <5 finishes, 10 unranked

90+ = Elite • 80-89 = Strong • 60-79 = Experienced • <60 = Developing

Registration Analysis

Total Entrants
69
Ranked Runners
35
Field Size Meter
Smallest (51) Largest (804)

Field

Top Men

Rank Score
WK
Wil Kidnew
19 results
Elgin, IL
82%
MH
Matt Hussung
26 results
Mount Morris, IL
79.1%
DM
Damien Mangabhai
5 results
Channahon, IL
78%
JL
Jeffrey Lenard
65 results
Johnsburg, IL
75.4%
ES
Ed Scheer
29 results
Wilson, WY
75.1%