About Stead Tread
The Stead Tread is a 5K (3.1 mile) Run/Walk organized by the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Duke University Medical Center. All proceeds benefit the Lincoln Community Health Center, a clinic dedicated to meeting the health care needs of medically underserved patients in Durham.
 
The Stead Tread is named for Dr. Eugene Stead, Chairman of Medicine at Duke from 1947-1967. Our event carries forward his legacy of community service and contributions in the Duke and Durham communities.
 
In 2024, over 360 registered for the event.  Bradley Fox led all finishers in 16:47, while Alison Smith was the top female with a 19:13 performance.
 
Since Stead Tread has had official timing since 2022, both performances are considered to be the event records.
 
Course

Course link (Strava)

Course
Fast and flat course along the scenic American Tobacco Trail (ATT). After a partial loop around Solite Park, participants turn RIGHT to head south along the ATT. At Woodcroft Parkway, participants turn around and head back for a photo finish at Solite Park!
Note: the 0.2-mile spur on Pearson Road has been REMOVED to comply with city regulations. The loop around Solite park is a bit longer now to make up for the lost distance. 

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