It's a test of strength, endurance and mental fortitude.
e Great Alabama 650 takes paddlers on an epic adventure along the
core section of the Alabama Scenic Trail, the longest trail of its kind in a
single state.
From rushing whitewater to the ambling river delta, the race will
challenge even the most experienced paddler.
e world-class race starts Sept. 14 on Weiss Lake in northeast Alabama
and end at Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay. Racers have 10 days to complete
the course, and a $22,500 prize will be split among three divisions.
Race director Greg Wingo owns a consulting firm specializing in
outdoor recreation. He was approached by the Alabama Scenic River
Trail based on his background of organizing events. He's an ultra-
runner and co-founded a trail running group in Birmingham.
He said organizing a race on the water is much different than one
on the land and presents unique challenges for competitors and
organizers alike.
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The Great Alabama 650 will take paddlers across the state's diverse landscape,
beginning at Weiss Lake and ending at Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay.
