Fox's Hourglass Ultra is a 24-hour event where participants run a 4.167 mile marked loop on the hour every hour. Each loop begins exactly one hour after the last. If the participant is not in the starting corral for the initial start, the participant is disqualified and receives a “Did Not Finish” (DNF). Each participant must complete the loop and be back at the starting corral within the hour in order to continue. If a participant fails to start or finish a loop within the allotted hour, the participant is out of the race and receives a DNF. Note, the event can end prior to the 24th hour.
Q:) Is there a maximum number of participants for the event? Yes, we will have a maximum number of 40 participants.
Q:) What is the required gear for participants at Fox's Hourglass Ultra? The event will supply water and the standard ultra running event food. However, this will not be enough to sustain participants for the entire duration of the event. Plan to be self-supported for nutrition. Bring enough food to accomplish your goal. Starting at 7pm, a headlamp and reflective vest is required for the evening loops. Event Staff will be checking to make sure you have this gear on event morning.
Q.) I pre-registered but now I will not be able to do the race. Can I get a refund? Sorry, you will not be able to join us this year. Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund. However, your registration can be transferred to another participant. Please see our Transfer Registration page.
Q.) Where do I pick up my race packet? Packet pick will occur at Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve on Friday, October 8, 2027 from 5-7pm. Participants can also pick up their packet on race day at the Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve from 5-7:30am.
Q.) Will there be water along the course? No, participants should carry their own water.
Q.) Are dogs allowed at Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve during the event? No, dogs are not allowed at Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve
Q.) Can I transfer my registration to a different participant? If you no longer plan to race, prior to October 1st you have the option of transferring your registration to a new registrant. In order to accomplish this, complete the following steps:
Click on this link which will open in a new window.
In Upcoming Races, find the Fox's Hourglass Ultra and click Manage next to it.
Click the Transfer to another Runner menu item.
Fill out the required fields.
Select Transfer for Refund
Note: The participant initiating the transfer will pay a $5 transfer fee. This participant will receive a refund of the entry fee, less processing fee. The refund will not be initiated until the new registrant registers and pays.
Q.) What is Base Camp/Village at Fox's Hourglass Ultra? The Base Camp/Village is a green space allotted for the participants to bring their own 10'x10' tent to set up for the event. Camping tents will not be allowed. Staking the tent is not allowed, so the event recommends participants to bring weighted buckets/jugs for the 10'x10' canopy tent.
