Bigger in Texas Challenge

Everything is BIGGER in TEXAS and the BIGGER in TEXAS CHALLENGE VIRTUAL RACE is no different. We'll take you on a journey all over the great state of Texas starting at the State Capital in Austin. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation. For more details about our beneficiary visit https://southernsmoke.org/.

There's a lot of miles to cover so let's jump right in.

We want everyone to be able to participate so we've got total mileage ranges for athletes of all levels. We'll give you a breakdown of how far you'll need to travel each day to attain your goal by end of the year. If you want to really push yourself, you can complete all five courses to complete the BIGGER IN TEXAS CHALLENGE. If you complete all five by December 31, 2020 not only will you get all five belt buckles but you'll also receive a custom wall-mounted display to show them all off, more on that later. 

Routes include:

• CAPITAL to SAN ANTIONO (STX) - total distance: 80 miles (129 km)
• CAPITAL to HOUSTON (HTX) - total distance: 166 miles (267 km)
• CAPITAL to DALLAS (DTX) - total distance: 195 miles (314 km)
• CAPITAL to CORPUS CHRISTI (CTX) - total distance: 218 miles (351 km)
• CAPITAL to EL PASO (ETX) - total distance: 577 miles (929 km)
• BIGGER IN TEXAS CHALLENGE (Complete all 5 distances) - total distance: 1,236 miles (1,989 km)

For more detailed information about the Routes including maps and estimated mileage per day based on start date visit the ROUTES page. 

What's included in the registration fee? 

• Super-soft custom BIGGER in TEXAS CHALLENGE shirt (gender-specific sizing available)
• Finisher's belt buckle
• All shipping & handling fees
• Donation to Southern Smoke Foundation

How does the Challenge Work?

1. REGISTER. Select your route and register. (You can register for more than one and get extra discounts.)
2. MOVE. Start running/walking and make sure you track your mileage and time.
3. LOG. Log your miles/time on your RunSignUp account. 

When you reach the end of your route we'll ship all your race items; shirt, bib, and finisher's medal.

Do I have to live in Texas to complete the CHALLENGE?

Of course not, we welcome everyone here in Texas and will be sharing some stories along your journey. This is a virtual race you can run from anywhere in the world!

Have more questions? 

Visit our FAQ page for additional details or feel free to click the "Contact this Race" button at the bottom of the page and we'll get back with you quickly.