THE HOURGLASS: VEGAS
By Toughest Alive
June 27, 2026
Bootleg Canyon – Boulder City, NV
Bet on Yourself. Welcome to The Hourglass: Vegas. This isn’t the Strip. This isn’t climate-controlled comfort. This is desert heat, rocky terrain, and a clock that keeps shrinking. Each round starts at 30 minutes. Every round after that, the time cap drops by one minute. Finish in time — you earn another start. Miss the cutoff — your event is complete. Last person standing wins. But here’s what makes this different: You’re not just racing. You’re building camaraderie. You’re suffering side-by-side. You’re laughing at the reset line when the legs are cooked. The Hourglass blends challenge, community, and genuine fun in a way most races don’t. In Vegas, people gamble. Here — you bet on yourself. And the house doesn’t win.
DATE / TIME / LOCATION
Date: June 27, 2026
Location: Bootleg Canyon — Boulder City, NV
Check-in opens: 8:00 AM
Race Brief: 8:45 AM
Start: 9:00 AM
Expect heat. Expect exposure. Expect honest terrain. Expect a crew that stays to cheer long after their own race is done!
THE HOURGLASS FORMAT
Round 1: 30:00
Round 2: 29:00
Round 3: 28:00
Round 4: 27:00
… and so on. Each round, the clock shrinks by one minute. Complete your required loop/work before the cap expires to earn your next start. Miss the cutoff? Your race ends — but your role shifts. You stay. You cheer. You become part of the energy. Rest time = whatever is left on the clock after you finish. The reset line becomes the heartbeat of the event.
COURSE LOOPS
Bootleg Canyon delivers true desert terrain: rolling climbs, rocky sections, wide-open exposure.
- Run Loop: 2 miles
- Ruck Loop: 1 mile
- Hybrid Athlete: 2-mile run + 10 burpees
- Loaded Carry: 800m sandbag carry
Final loop map and race details will be sent in the pre-race email.
EVENT CATEGORIES
- RUN (2-mile loop)
Complete the 2-mile desert loop and return before the shrinking time cap. - RUCK (1-mile loop)
Complete the 1-mile loop wearing a weighted pack. Weight Standards (bring your own pack + weights): Men: 35 lb Women: 20 lb - HYBRID ATHLETE
2-mile run + 10 burpees each round. Burpee Standard: Chest & thighs touch ground at bottom Full elbow extension above ears at top - LOADED CARRY
800m sandbag carry per round. Sandbag Standards: Men: 60 lb Women: 45 lb Carry options: Bearhug, shoulder, suitcase-style, balanced-on-your-head. It doesn't matter, just get back in time. You may set the bag down — but you must finish before the time cap expires to earn your next round.
AWARDS
Top finisher in each category: Run Ruck Hybrid Athlete Loaded Carry 🏆 Top 5 in each category earn an invitation to compete at the Ultimate Hourglass in Anchorage, Alaska (September) for cash prizes and major bragging rights.
WHAT TO BRING
- Trail shoes (rocky terrain)
- Water / electrolytes (desert heat is real)
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
- Weather-appropriate layers
- Gloves optional (sandbag events)
- Ruckers: bring your own pack + weights
Bring grit. Bring a friend. Bring your sense of humor.
FAQ
- Is this beginner-friendly? Yes. Absolutely. Early rounds are very manageable. The time pressure builds gradually. Choose the category that fits your current fitness level and style — and expect a supportive environment from start to finish. But be clear, even if you're an accomplished athlete, you'll be pushed to the limit before it's over.
- Can I rest between rounds? Absolutely. You should! Whatever time remains after you finish is your recovery window before the next round begins.
- Can I switch categories mid-event? No. Please choose your category during registration. If you need to switch prior to race day, contact us and we’ll assist if possible.
- What if the heat is intense? Or weather anomaly? This is a desert event. The weather varies, so be ready. Plan accordingly. If conditions become unsafe, course adjustments will be communicated.
Refunds / Transfers
All registrations are final. Entries may be transferred prior to race day (details provided in the pre-event email).
