5/16/2026

The Quest For The Crest 50K And 25K Trail Race

Burnsville, North Carolina

50K Trail Race

John Fabianich McClay

Finish Time:  11:30:25

Overall Place:  46th Place / 97

Division Place:  6th Place / 12

Josh Keane

Did Not Finish

25K Trail Race

Lisa Keane

Finish Time:  4:41:33

Overall Place:  62nd Place / 100

Division Place:  4th Place / 4

Felicia Neal

Finish Time:  4:41:35

Overall Place:  63rd Place / 100

Division Place:  8th Place / 18

Race Recap By Lisa Keane:

Quest for the Crest 2026
“Beauty Comes at a Price”
This is probably the toughest race that I have ever ran! 4,500′ of elevation gain straight up Mount Mitchell for the most spectacular views! Followed by the treacherous descent of rocks and roots back to the finish.
This is a very remote trail race and you are completely self supporting. No aid stations for the 25K and an 11 hour rescue if an emergency arises. I was very nervous heading into race day but sometimes you have to trust the training and follow the plan. Thanks to my partner in crime, Felicia Neal. We kept each other on course and had a great race!
Nice swag includes a short sleeve t-shirt with the option to upgrade to a tech tee or hoodie, trucker hat, stickers, and beer glass as well as a nice finisher’s medal.
Post race lunch and beer for all runners and plenty of space for spectators while waiting for friends to come in.
Overall awards for top 3 male and female.