Painted Horse Urban Ultra
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Painted Horse Urban Ultra
The Painted Horse Urban Ultra takes place in Ocala, FL on February 27, 2027. The event is organized by the crew behind the Where's the Finish? Podcast and offers an urban, loop-format ultra with navigation and sightseeing elements rather than a traditional race.
The event is presented as a low-key, self-supported urban adventure that emphasizes turn-by-turn navigation, locating public painted-horse artworks, and informal exploration. Organizers describe the course as navigation heavy with no official time limit. Some water drops and occasional treats may be provided, but participants should not expect a fully supported event.
There are multiple distance options:
- 55k : loop route, about 40 painted horses along the course
- 25k : alternate route, sees at least 25 painted horses
A race book is available for participants with route details, and race day registration is offered. The 55k route is different from previous editions in that it is a loop rather than point-to-point, and the event description notes new horses and a new route layout.
The Painter's Revenge Challenge is associated with this event. The full challenge combines three ultras including a 60k, the 55k Painted Horse event, and a 30k for a commemorative belt buckle. A partial challenge pairs shorter distances across the three events for a special commemorative item. An additional fee applies to attempt either challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
