Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States · Friday, September 17, 2027
100 mi
Run Rabbit Run
314 days away
163 km Distance
6,100 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 37 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 36 hours
13:15 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 100 mi. Measured against 46 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Typical conditions, September
Daytime high 19°C
Night low 3°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 12 h 26 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 2595 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 163 km of mountain with 6,100 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes37 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race NutritionPast 163 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles6,100 m of ascent to walk up.
- HeadlampsA 36 h limit puts you out there after dark.
About
A 100-mile loop from Steamboat Springs through the Colorado backcountry.
Highlights
- Colorado fall colors
- High-altitude terrain
- Steamboat Springs base
Similar races
Other 100 mi mountain ultras, closest in distance first.