Dirty Feet Beat The Buzzer
Beat the Buzzer is a backyard ultra style trail event held at Stake Lake near Kamloops. The course is a loop of roughly 6 to 6.5 km that repeats every hour. Runners must complete each lap within the hour to be eligible for the next start; the event continues until the last solo runner or team remains.
Entries are available for solo runners and teams, with under six hour and over six hour categories. Teams are limited to 24 hours. A cash prize of $200 is awarded to the last solo runner standing. Sponsored lap challenges and prizes are scheduled during daytime laps.
The route uses a variety of terrain including single track, double track, uphill and downhill sections, and rocky and sandy surfaces. Participants who plan to run beyond six hours must set up in a ribboned staging area and are responsible for their own pit supplies; all personal gear and waste must be removed at the end.
The event is a fundraiser for the Kamloops Food Bank. Runners are expected to bring their own water and food; a light food station will be available at the start/finish area and hot food and drinks will be offered for night runners. Competitors receive event swag and a commemorative item when they are buzzed out.
Race Course:
The 2026 course will be at Stake Lake (Nordic Ski Trails). The exact course will be released in the week leading up to the race. The course will be on trails with some fun challenges along the way that you can choose to do or just run to get your lap done within the hour! The course will be around 6 - 6.5km offering a variety of terrain, including single track, double track, up and down hills, rocky and sandy conditions. It will be a looped course and provide lots of fun and entertainment for people sticking around to watch.
Race Outline:
The race starts at 9am and will restart every hour on the hour until there’s one person left standing! Race solo or as a team! You need to complete the 6 - 6.5km course in under an hour to start the next loop at the next hour. If you don’t make it back under the hour then you will be cut off.
Prizes will be given out each sponsored lap for different challenges.
