Ode in the Snow 8 Hours

Ode in the Snow 8 Hours of Ode

Held January 16, 2027 in Holly, Michigan, this trail event on the Ode to Laz trail loop offers a variety of timed and fixed-distance options organized by The Ode Races. Participants may race on site or take part virtually within a two-week window prior to the event.

Available distances include:

• 8 Hour (on-site)
• Virtual 8 Hour
• Trail 10k
• Trail 5k
• Trail 4.17 mile

The main format includes a backyard ultra option with hourly loop starts and a continuous format option. Runners may switch from the backyard format to continuous during the event; switching from continuous back to backyard is not permitted after the second loop has started. There is no chip timing.

The course is a 4.167 mile loop with about 450 feet of climbing, roughly two thirds technical single track, one third moderate walking path, and several hundred yards of pavement. The 5k and 10k use the same loop with a shortened out-and-back section that creates an early u-turn.

Event rules note that contestants provide their own aid, pacers are restricted except in specific conditions, and crew support is permitted. Racers receive a chair/cooler space near the start/finish and may use one 10' x 10' canopy. Gas or fuel camp stoves are allowed with a fire extinguisher; charcoal and wood fires are prohibited outside designated campground areas. Alcohol is permitted, glass containers are prohibited, and water and coffee are provided. Hiking poles, dogs, strollers, and headphones on trails are not allowed. A headlamp or carry light is required for trail use after dusk.

Prizes include race medals for 5k, 10k, and 4.17 mile finishers, collectible mugs for on-site ultra finishers, and entry prizes into Ode to Laz backyard ultras for certain ultra winners. Virtual winners are determined by the greatest outdoor distance in eight hours with GPS verification. One prize per person, no transfers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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