100 Miles, 21 Legs

The Red Eye Relay is an all-nighter. It’s a ridiculous challenge that brings teams of runners a step away from the average run, a race that adds sleep deprivation to the already difficult task of running multiple races in one night. What goes together better than running yourself silly and staying up all night? Well, maybe peanut butter and jelly, but what the heck? The fun starts on a Saturday evening at Upland Brewing Co. (350 W. 11th St., Bloomington, IN). From there, goofballs get giddier as the course winds through some of the hilliest terrain that the midwest has to offer before a grand finale finish on Sunday morning back at the track.

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In early 2012, Team Brilliant, who did a marvelous job building this fantastic event, decided they wanted to actually participate in the race, and passed the torch to Upland Brewing Co. to continue this great tradition. Upland is committed to honoring the spirit of this unique event, and though a few things might change, we think participants from past years will enjoy it as much as ever.

A portion of proceeds from the race will benefit a great local cause, the Enis Furley Foundation.

Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2012 Red Eye Relay theme.