Hotfoot Hamster
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Hotfoot Hamster : May 30, 2026, Buckeye, AZ
Hotfoot Hamster is a fixed-time ultrarunning event at Nardini Manor in Buckeye, Arizona. It offers timed race options of:
- 24 Hour
- 12 Hour
- 6 Hour
The event uses a custom-built gravel running track around the century-old manor on a five and a half acre property.
Course and logistics
The course is a USATF certified 500 meter flat crushed-gravel loop with 0 feet elevation gain per loop and a listed maximum elevation of 869 feet. The timing system is chip timed with live split points displayed on course. A main aid station is located on the loop, with an express water-fill station nearby. The race is cupless - participants should bring a bottle or reusable cup. Portable restrooms are on course and permanent restrooms are on the grounds. Night sections are fairly well lit, but runners are advised to bring a headlamp or flashlight for darker stretches. Crew may set up in designated areas; pacing is not allowed. Free onsite parking is available; camping options are offered.
Entries, medical and awards
Online registration closes May 25. Entry fees vary by date tier; listed ranges include 24 hour ($175–$215), 12 hour ($130–$160), and 6 hour ($95–$125). Medical support from a professional team will be onsite. Top three overall performances and masters (40+) awards are given in each timed race; finisher awards and a gender-specific race shirt are listed among event perks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
