{"race":{"race_id":214919,"name":"OUTLAST TAMPA","last_date":null,"last_end_date":null,"next_date":"01\/30\/2027","next_end_date":"01\/30\/2027","is_draft_race":"F","is_private_race":"F","is_registration_open":"T","created":"9\/10\/2026 17:48","last_modified":"10\/21\/2026 16:15","description":"<p><strong>What Is OUTLAST?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>OUTLAST is a 6-hour trail endurance challenge where runners complete a 5K every hour, on the hour. Each lap must be finished within the hour to stay in the event. If you finish early, you rest until the next round. Miss a lap, and you\u2019re out.<\/p>\n<p>Complete all six rounds, and you OUTLAST.<\/p>\n<p>This isn&#39;t just about speed \u2014 it&#39;s about pacing, discipline, and mental grit. Whether you&#39;re trying to survive all six or win your division, the challenge is the same: show up each hour, push your limits, and stay in it.<\/p>\n<p>Each course is trail-based, with natural terrain, elevation, and unpredictable conditions. You\u2019ll have time between rounds to recover, refuel, and refocus \u2014 but not much.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You Earn:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u200b4 laps = \u201cGrit Earned\u201d patch<br \/>5 laps = \u201cSurvivor\u201d patch<br \/>6 laps = Premium \u201cOUTLAST\u201d 6-inch medal<\/p>\n<p>\u200b\u200bAll participants receive a premium OUTLAST Tee.<\/p>\n<p>Top male and female with the fastest combined 5K times at each event win the 1st Place OUTLAST award.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Finishers are ranked on the world leaderboard\u2014and the fastest runner across all OUTLAST 6-hour events (including the Championship) will be crowned World Champion and take home a cash prize of $1,000.<\/p>\n<p>The top 5 Male and Female 6-hour champions from each city will earn a spot in the Outlast World Championship in DFW December 4 2027, where they\u2019ll compete against the best of the best at the end of the Tour, and the 1st-3rd place male and female winners of the Championship take home a cash prize, listed below. (This is separate from the world leaderboard prize money.)<\/p>\n<p>1st place = $1,200<br \/>2nd place = $800<br \/>3rd place = $500<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Frequently Asked Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do I have to run all 6 laps?<br \/>Nope. Run as many as you can. If you complete 4 or 5, you&#39;ll still earn a patch. Only those who finish all 6 get the OUTLAST medal and leaderboard ranking.<\/p>\n<p>What happens if I don\u2019t finish a lap in time?<br \/>You&#39;re out. The next lap starts at the top of the next hour, and only those who completed the last lap on time can continue.<\/p>\n<p>How is the race timed?<br \/>Each 5K is timed individually. If you complete all 6, your combined time counts toward the local win and world leaderboard.<\/p>\n<p>Are these trail races or road?<br \/>Every OUTLAST race is on trail terrain \u2014 dirt, rocks, roots, and elevation. Sometimes some pavement and gravel.<\/p>\n<p>Can I walk?<br \/>Yes, as long as you finish the 5K within the hour. But some courses are rugged, and time can sneak up on you.<\/p>\n<p>Are there aid stations?<br \/>Yes. There will be water, basic hydration, and snacks at the basecamp\/loop start. This is a cupless event \u2014 bring your own bottle or hydration system.<\/p>\n<p>What should I bring?<br \/>Trail shoes, hydration system, layers (weather dependent), fuel between laps, and grit.<\/p>\n<p>Can I setup a tent?<br \/>Absolutely, bring your own aid station\/tent setup.<\/p>\n<p>Is OUTLAST for beginners?<br \/>Yes \u2014 if you&#39;re mentally tough. You don\u2019t need to be fast, just consistent and ready to suffer a little.<\/p>\n<p>How do I win?<br \/>If you finish all 6 laps and have the fastest combined time, you win your division (male\/female). Winners are also added to the world leaderboard for a shot at the $1,000 national prize &amp; title.<\/p>","url":"https:\/\/runsignup.com\/Race\/FL\/Lakeland\/OUTLASTTAMPA","external_race_url":"https:\/\/www.texasoutlawrunning.com\/outlast","external_results_url":null,"fb_page_id":null,"fb_event_id":null,"address":{"street":"16000 State Road 471","street2":null,"city":"Lakeland","state":"FL","zipcode":"33809","country_code":"US"},"timezone":"America\/Chicago","logo_url":"https:\/\/d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/generic\/genericImage-websiteLogo-264893-1774384046.024-0.bPWVoU.png","can_use_registration_api":"F","real_time_notifications_enabled":"F","events":[{"event_id":1211099,"race_event_days_id":422431,"name":"6 Hour Challenge","details":null,"start_time":"1\/30\/2027 08:00","end_time":"1\/30\/2027 14:00","age_calc_base_date":null,"registration_opens":"7\/17\/2026 01:00","event_type":"trail_race","distance":"18 Miles","volunteer":"F","require_dob":"T","require_phone":"T","registration_periods":[{"registration_opens":"7\/17\/2026 01:00","registration_closes":"10\/31\/2026 00:59","race_fee":"$94.00","processing_fee":"$6.64"},{"registration_opens":"10\/31\/2026 01:00","registration_closes":"1\/17\/2027 00:59","race_fee":"$104.00","processing_fee":"$7.24"},{"registration_opens":"1\/17\/2027 01:00","registration_closes":"1\/28\/2027 00:59","race_fee":"$114.00","processing_fee":"$7.84"},{"registration_opens":"1\/28\/2027 01:00","registration_closes":"1\/30\/2027 07:00","race_fee":"$124.00","processing_fee":"$8.44"}],"sub_event_ids":[],"previous_year_event_id":null,"giveaway":"Shirt Size *unisex*","participant_cap":400}]}}