Leaky Hourglass Ultra
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM CT
Location: 2055 Hwy Z, Half Way, MO
Description: This is a Last Man Standing event where the cutoff time for each lap decreases. The first lap has a 60-minute cutoff for a 4.167-mile out-and-back course. Subsequent laps have progressively shorter cutoffs.
Course: Chip-timed, sealed rural highway with rolling hills (approx. 250' elevation gain per lap). Not a closed course; traffic will be present. Runners must run facing traffic and use headlamps/flashers after sunset.
Aid Stations:
- Start/Finish: Tailwind Endurance Fuel, water, chips, pickles, candy bars, Scooby snacks, and other hot/cold options.
- Turnaround: Tailwind Endurance Fuel, water, and prepackaged snacks.
Accommodation: The event is 20 miles north of Springfield, MO (many hotels available). Primitive camping allowed on-site (Friday & Saturday).
Packet Pickup:
- Friday, August 28, 2026: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday, August 29, 2026: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Refunds: No refunds, but bib transfers allowed until August 3, 2024, 11:59 PM CT.
Dogs: Allowed, but must be leashed and kept off the course.
Photos: Professional race photos provided by Mile 90 Photography.
Registration: $75.00 (Price increases to $100.00 after September 13)