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

8hrs

Galena, IL
Other Distances: 4hrs
Field Strength
64.6%
0 Elite (90+)
Total Entrants
80
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
64.6%
Rank of 20th
-5.5%
Median Rank
64.1%
90+
0
80-89
4
60-79
24
<60
12
New
40
Elite Runners (90+)
Count
0
-2.5 vs avg
% of Field
0.0%
-1.4% vs avg

About rankings: Stats based on 40 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: 29 with <5 finishes, 11 unranked

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

Registration Analysis

Total Entrants
80
Ranked Runners
40
Field Size Meter
Smallest (50) Largest (883)

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%
FK
Fred Kile
17 results
Davis, IL
75.4%