
Fifth Street Rock Monster
Race Date
Apr 12, 2026
Location
Mertztown, PA
The Experience
Fifth Street Rock Monster The Technical Tango Sunday, April 12, 2026 Forever Farm | Mertztown, PA
Welcome to the Fifth Street Rock Monster (formerly known as Rockland Rad Run). We’re throwing a spring awakening at Forever Farm. A slice of private singletrack heaven normally guarded by gates and "No Trespassing" signs. This is the only weekend of the year you’re allowed on these trails without a court date. It’s technical, it’s rugged, and nature will likely try to trip you. But hey, we’ll have a beer waiting at the end.
The Details (Pay Attention) The Vibe: High-energy singletrack, questionable jokes, fly tunes, and fresh food. The Course: We fixed it. No more confusing "figure 8." Continuous loops. Simpler navigation. Same suffering. The Distances: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Full Marathon. The "Two-Headed" Relay: Teams of three. Two runners on course at the same time. This isn't a solo sufferfest. It's a squad mission. MONEY IS ON THE LINE!
Learn More About the Two-Headed Relay
Schedule & Saturday Scouting Saturday, April 11: Rock Monster MTB races (9am-3pm). Heckle cyclists. Scout lines. Join the party. Camping: FREE camping Saturday night at Forever Farm. Survive the pre-race campfire hydration and you're golden. Sunday, April 12 (Race Day): Check-in: 8:00 AM Racing Starts: 9:00 AM After Party: When the first finisher hits and ends when fuel (or beer) runs out.
Registration & The Fine Print Pricing: Based on field size. The longer you wait, the more you pay. Day-of Registration: +$20 "Procrastination Tax." Venmo, Credit, or Cash accepted. Juniors (16 & Under): 50% discount automatically applied at checkout. Waiver Requirement: No signature, no Monster.
Amenities (Don't Be Gross) Porta Potties: Use them. This is private property. Food: Every runner gets a free meal and a drink. The grill will be hot. Veggies friends, bring your go-to protein. We’ve got grill real estate for you. Hydration: Fully stocked aid stations on course. Beer: Local gold for 21+ runners. Spectators $5.
Prizes & Glory Overall: Top 3 M/F/NB in each solo distance win awards. Relay Cash: $250 / $150 / $75 Finisher Award: Commemorative FSX Rock Monster Coaster. Ready to Face the Monster?
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Commemorative Coaster
Start Location
228 Five Points Road, Mertztown, PA, 19539
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Elevation Gain
0'
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
1 year running
~28 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
4 timing sources
no finisher data yet
winner 1:57:16
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 28 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
28
Median time
2:24:27
Latest turnout
28
States
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