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WAITLIST ACTIVE May 16, 2026
Galena Sky Trail Races

4hrs

Galena, IL
Other Distances: 8hrs
Field Strength
54.8%
2 Elite (90+)
Total Entrants
54
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
54.8%
Rank of 20th
-11.9%
Median Rank
63.1%
90+
2
80-89
2
60-79
13
<60
10
New
27
Elite Runners (90+)
Count
2
+0.6 vs avg
% of Field
3.7%
+2.5% vs avg

About rankings: Stats based on 27 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: 17 with <5 finishes, 10 unranked

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

Registration Analysis

Total Entrants
54
Ranked Runners
27
Field Size Meter
Smallest (51) Largest (410)

Field

Top Men

Rank Score
PD
Paul Dionne
15 results
Beloit, WI
91.5%
JK
James Kuhn
24 results
Springfield, IL
69.4%
JL
Joel Lopez
5 results
Elgin, IL
65.7%
DF
David Fischer
35 results
Robins, IA
65%
BH
Benjamin Hacht
6 results
Fort Atkinson, WI
63.6%