Rockinator Racing’s Stick Season returns with a four‑race winter trail running saga in Rockwoods Reservation. From December 27, 2025, to January 24, 2026, this series spans varied distances—from a 10 K “F.K.T.”, 4‑Mile “GOAT”, 15‑Mile “GnarlyBeast”, to the EQUALIZER 12 K—all culminating in the Frozen Stick half‑marathon finale.
This series is built for adaptability and camaraderie—the course shifts between smooth paved roads and technical single‑track, with a mid‑race shoe‑transition zone at Runner’s Village. Whether tackling solo or in teams, participants earn chip‑timed results, a Rockinator neck buff at every race, and a coveted Equalizer hoodie and custom trophy for those completing all four, awarded at the finale.
Runs begin at 9 AM CST each Saturday, rain, snow, or sunshine. Distances and terrain escalate through the series: the initial 10 K is speed‑oriented, the 4‑mile brings intensity, the 15‑mile challenges endurance, and the climactic finale blends winter trail grit in the half‑marathon.
More than a race series, EQUALIZER fosters community: trail lovers, weekend warriors, and teams converge mid‑winter. Strategic pacing, gear swaps, and shared laughs—this is winter racing turned social celebration. Cross‑training meets camaraderie, and every finish is a personal triumph.
