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WAITLIST ACTIVE May 16, 2026
Galena Sky Trail Races

4hrs

Galena, IL
Other Distances: 8hrs
Field Strength
67.0%
2 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
67.0%
Rank of 20th
+1.9%
Median Rank
65.4%
90+
2
80-89
3
60-79
26
<60
14
New
35
Elite Runners (90+)
Count
2
+0.9 vs avg
% of Field
2.5%
+1.4% vs avg

About rankings: Stats based on 45 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: 20 with <5 finishes, 15 unranked

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

Registration Analysis

Total Entrants
80
Ranked Runners
45
Field Size Meter
Smallest (51) Largest (200)

Field

Top Men

Rank Score
PD
Paul Dionne
15 results
Beloit, WI
91.5%
JK
James Kuhn
24 results
Springfield, IL
69.4%
SF
Steven Frankel
6 results
Aurora, IL
69.2%
KJ
Kelly Jauch
19 results
Huntley, IL
68.9%
DK
Dustin Klein
5 results
Des Moines, IA
67.9%