Dirt in Your Shoe Events Adventure Race

FEB-MAR
28-1
2026
A weekend of off-road multi-sport racing in Texas. The Saturday Adventure Race mixes trail running, mountain biking, kayaking, and fun challenges. Sunday's Duathlon features a run-bike-run format on scenic ranch trails and gravel roads.
28-1 Feb-Mar 2026
Duathlon - Run (final) Duathlon - Run (first) Adventure Race - Bike Adventure Race - Kayak/pa... Adventure Race - Trail Ru...

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Adventure Race Details

The Saturday Adventure Race is part of a multi-day event weekend. The specific disciplines and approximate distances are:

  • Trail run: 3-5 miles
  • Bike: 6-10 miles
  • Kayak/Paddle: 1-2 miles The event also includes special test challenges, described as quick (5-10 minute) mental, physical, or teamwork tasks.

Duathlon Details

The Sunday Duathlon consists of a run-bike-run format. The course is a 2-mile trail run, followed by a 9-mile bike ride, and finishes with another 2-mile trail run. The runs take place on a mix of single-track trails through piney woods and jeep/gravel roads. The bike leg is on jeep/gravel roads with no automobile traffic.

General Event Information

The event takes place at the private Magnolia Hill Ranch in Navasota, Texas. It is a two-day weekend with the Adventure Race on Saturday and the Duathlon on Sunday. Participants can choose to do one or both days. All athletes receive a finisher medal and a race shirt if selected.

Awards are given for the Duathlon for overall top male and female, overall top masters male and female, and the top three in age groups. Adventure Race awards are based on category and team size. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Duathlon - Run (final)
Duathlon - Run (first)
Adventure Race - Bike
Adventure Race - Kayak/paddle
Adventure Race - Trail Run
Duathlon - Bike