Results: 2026
| Category | Name | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Men (Hares) | Ryan Sullivan | 17:03:38 |
| Women (Hares) | Hannah Allgood | 19:01:59 |
The organizer's results page had not posted 2026 results when this was checked. iRunFar reports that Sullivan broke Dave Stevens' 2023 record of 17:23 and Allgood beat Emilie Mann's 2024 record by 47 minutes. Tortoise division results are not recorded here. iRunFar also reports a $100,000 prize for each 100-mile winner in 2027 and 2028.
Source: iRunFar — 2026 Run Rabbit Run 100 Mile Results. Checked September 24, 2026.
Event Overview
A high-country Colorado 100-miler based in Steamboat Springs, with separate Hare and Tortoise divisions and division-specific 30- and 36-hour limits.
| Date | Sep 18-19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Steamboat Springs, Colorado, USA |
| Format | Fixed-Distance |
| Terrain | Mountain |
| Region | North America |
| Distance / duration | 100 mi |
| State / area | Colorado (CO) |
| Course model | Mixed |
| Cutoff | 30 hours for Hares; 36 hours for Tortoises |
| Start | September 18, 2026: Tortoises 9:00 AM; Hares 1:00 PM (Mountain Daylight Time) |
| Highlights | Hare and Tortoise Divisions, Mountain Course |
2026 Hares vs. Tortoises
The division controls start time, finish deadline and awards. Times below are local to Steamboat Springs (MDT).
| Rule | Hares | Tortoises |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, September 18 start | 13:00 | 09:00; eligible early starters at 07:00 |
| Saturday, September 19 finish cutoff | 19:00 (30 hours) | 21:00 (36 hours from the regular start) |
| Pacers | Normally not permitted; see exceptions below | One at a time, at designated exchange points |
| Awards | Hare prize purse | Tortoise awards; no Hare prize money |
| Trekking poles | Allowed by the current race rules | Allowed by the current race rules |
The 2026 manual allows a two-hour early start for Tortoise men over 60 and women over 50. The rules allow 100-mile runners over 60 a pacer throughout and allow multiple pacers from the gondola top to the finish. The older FAQ's pole ban conflicts with the current rules, which permit poles for all runners. Checked October 6, 2026.
Sources: 2026 runner manual: schedule and cutoffs; Official division, pacer and pole rules.
2026 Crew Access & Drop Bags
An aid station does not automatically permit a crew vehicle. These restrictions matter when arranging support.
| Location / task | Access and transport |
|---|---|
| Fish Creek Falls Trailhead | No crew driving or parking. Reach it on foot or by bike, about four miles from Olympian Hall; no shuttle. |
| Dry Lake | Arrange drop-off or carpooling. The current rules say no crew parking and no driving farther up Buffalo Pass Road. |
| Olympian Hall | Race check-in and drop-bag handover; separate from the ski-basin start and finish. |
| 100-mile drop bags | Handover Thursday, September 17, 15:00–18:00. Use only the stations marked for bags in the manual. |
Edition-specific reference, checked October 6, 2026. Recheck the next edition's manual before arranging travel or support.
Sources: 2026 runner manual: crew directions and drop bags; Official crew-access rules.
Course & Terrain
Mountain trail race based in Steamboat Springs with distinct Hare and Tortoise starts, rules, and competitive structures.
Key course features to know before comparing this race:
- Steamboat Springs high-country trail system
- Separate elite-purse Hare and longer-cutoff Tortoise fields
Mountain elevation, climbing, descending, exposed weather, and night travel make the division choice only one part of the course plan.
Format & Support (as run)
| Support model | Major aid stations provide water, electrolyte drink and food; the 2026 manual lists hot food and drinks at night. The manual's 100-mile aid table identifies drop-bag and crew access separately. |
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Why This Race Matters
Run Rabbit Run puts two different 100-mile racing choices on the same mountain course. Hares compete for a purse under a shorter time limit, while Tortoises start earlier and have different pacer and award rules. Choosing a division changes the support plan as well as the competitive field.
Preparing for a Race Like Run Rabbit Run 100
The 100-mile race guide covers the format as a whole. These guides go deeper:
- Walking strategy for ultramarathons: When and how to walk by terrain, effort and cutoffs.
- Crew and aid-station strategy: Crew tables, aid stops, drop bags and runner preferences.
- Gut training for ultrarunners: A six-week practice sequence for race-day fueling.
- Tapering for ultramarathons: Plan the taper and race week around your own recovery.
Planning Notes
- Treat intermediate cutoff gates as part of the course. Build enough margin for aid stops and late-race slowdown, and verify every current gate in the official rules.
- Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
- The directory does not mark this as having simpler logistics. Confirm qualification, terrain, support, registration, medical, and withdrawal requirements before planning around it.
Event FAQs
What are the Run Rabbit Run 100 cutoffs?
The official site lists 30 hours for the Hare division and 36 hours for the Tortoise division.
Do all runners use the same start?
No. In 2026 Tortoises started at 9:00 AM and Hares at 1:00 PM on September 18. Tortoise men over 60 and women over 50 could start at 7:00 AM. All times are local to Steamboat Springs.
Related Preparation
- Compare verified US 100-mile races
- Compare this race in the full 2026 calendar
- Open the 100-Mile format guide
- Open the Fixed-Distance format guide
- Compare all race formats
- Use the timed-race pace calculator
- Plan checkpoint arrivals and cutoff buffers
- Build a crew and drop-bag plan
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Verification & Sources
Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated October 6, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.
- Official Run Rabbit Run site — https://runrabbitrunsteamboat.com/
- Official course information — https://runrabbitrunsteamboat.com/the-course/
- Official race rules — https://runrabbitrunsteamboat.com/race-rules/
- 2026 runner manual (PDF, July 29) — https://runrabbitrunsteamboat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-RRR-Manual-07_29_26-v1.1.pdf
- Official results — https://runrabbitrunsteamboat.com/results/
- Multiday Running event directory review scope: October 6, 2026.