Race proceeds benefit the Franklin Trail Fund managed by Santa Barbara County Trails Council. The Trails Council is re-building the 2.7 miles of single track trail through the Los Padres National Forest to the crest of the Santa Ynez Mountains that was damaged by the Thomas Fire. This trail connects with Santa Barbara backcountry trails.

The Santa Barbara County Trails Council’s mission is to protect public trail access, build and maintain safe and sustainable trails, and promote public engagement in land stewardship and trail use for all types of outdoor recreation.