The Ripper - Sunrise to Sunset
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Event overview
The Ripper - Sunrise to Sunset is a timed distance trail event held at the Pocomoke YMCA in Pocomoke, MD on May 2, 2026. Runners complete repeated laps of an approximately 3.3-mile loop over a period of about 13 hours and 41 minutes. Only fully completed laps count toward each participant's total distance. In case of a tie, the runner who completes the final lap the fastest is ranked higher. All participants receive a keepsake swag item and a finisher recognition piece. Awards are given to the top three men and top three women.
Course, support, and logistics
The course is about 95% trail, mostly single-track with some wider sections. It includes rolling mountain-bike style hills and root-covered terrain that require focus and agility. A pavilion aid station provides water, Tailwind Nutrition, soda, sweets, and salty snacks. YMCA facilities including bathrooms and showers are available to runners. Runners set up their own rest area in a beach-style layout in the adjacent field.
Rules and conditions
The event runs rain or shine; cancellation only occurs under extreme EMS or support staff failure. There are no refunds or credits if the event is canceled. Event rules include no bib transfers, bibs visible at all times, pack in pack out, stay on the established course, no pacers, no dogs, and no deferrals or refunds. Crews may remain at runners' rest areas but may not go onto the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
