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Fifth Street Rock Monster

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

Directions

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

26.2 Miles10K5K100K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size7/15

~28 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details3/15

4 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:57:16

Weather8/10

typical high 63°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (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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25%
75%
90%
1:55p50 median ≈ 2:203:40
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