Dirty Feet - Beat the Buzzer
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Dirty Feet Beat The Buzzer - Fun backyard ultra
Beat The Buzzer is a backyard ultra held at Stake Lake near Kamloops. Runners complete looped laps of about 6 to 6.5 km and must finish each lap in under one hour to start the next. The race restarts every hour and continues until only one solo runner or one team remains eligible.
The course uses Nordic ski trails and includes single track, double track, climbs and descents, and rocky and sandy sections. The exact course and maps will be released in June. The start/finish area provides space for tents, personal pit areas and crew support near the course.
Participants can register solo or as part of a two-person team, and choose entries for under six hours or over six hours. A cash prize is awarded to the last solo runner remaining. Sponsored lap challenges and prizes are given during daytime laps. Solo runners who reach 100 km and teams that reach 24 hours receive a custom belt buckle.
The event is a fundraiser for the Kamloops Food Bank. Runners are responsible for their own water and food; a light food station will be available at the start/finish and hot food and drinks will be provided for night runners. Race package pickup is at the Stake Lake start/finish area on race morning. Refunds are not offered but registrations may be transferred to another 2026 event if requested in advance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
