2026 CHALLENGE

  • Date Thu 1st January 2026 - Thu 31st December 2026
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $66.08
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to kick off the new year with a thrilling fitness adventure at the 2026 CHALLENGE in Bandon, Coos! Starting on January 1, 2026, participants will embark on an exhilarating year-long journey to run, walk, and bike a total of 2,026 miles. This unique event allows you to challenge yourself individually or form a team with friends, making it perfect for everyone from seasoned athletes to casual fitness enthusiasts.

Throughout the year, every mile you cover—whether you're running, walking, biking, or even engaging in stationary activities like yoga or strength training—will contribute to your personal achievement. Plus, you'll receive fantastic rewards including a custom finisher's medal, a stylish 2026 Challenge shirt or tank top, and milestone achievement awards to celebrate your progress. With features like a live leaderboard and the RaceJoy app to track your activities, staying motivated has never been easier. Join in on the fun and make 2026 your most active year yet! Sign up now and be part of this incredible fitness journey!

Organiser's Description

2026 CHALLENGE: RUN, WALK & BIKE 2,026 MILES IN 2026!



STARTS JANUARY 1, 2026 - EMBARK ON AN EPIC YEAR-LONG FITNESS JOURNEY! WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO COMPLETE THIS SOLO OR TEAM UP WITH FRIENDS, THE GOAL IS TO COVER 2,026 MILES BETWEEN JANUARY 1 AND DECEMBER 31, 2026


FEMALE SIGN SOLO CHALLENGER
TAKE ON THE FULL 2,026 MILES ON YOUR OWN. EVERY MILE YOU RUN, WALK, OR BIKE COUNTS TOWARD YOUR PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT.



TEAM CHALLENGER
FORM A TEAM OF 2+ PARTICIPANTS AND DIVIDE THE 2,026 MILES IN ANY WAY YOU CHOOSE. EACH TEAM MEMBER WILL RECEIVE THEIR OWN FINISHER'S MEDAL AND RACE SHIRT IN THE MAIL!



REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

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FINISHER'S MEDAL: CELEBRATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT WITH A BADASS MEDAL!

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2026 CHALLENGE SHIRT OR TANK TOP: BUTTERY-SOFT APPAREL TO SHOWCASE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENT.

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OFFICIAL "2,026 MILES" STICKER: DISPLAY YOUR COMMITMENT PROUDLY.

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RACEJOY APP: SYNC YOUR ACTIVITIES AND TRACK PROGRESS ON THE LIVE LEADERBOARD.

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LIVE LEADERBOARD: STAY MOTIVATED BY SEEING HOW YOU AND OTHERS ARE PROGRESSING.

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CUSTOM FINISHER'S CERTIFICATE: PERSONALIZED RECOGNITION OF YOUR SUCCESS.

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MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS: EARN ACCOLADES AS YOU REACH KEY MILESTONES.

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FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA



PERMITTED ACTIVITIES

ALL ACTIVITY DIVISION:

RUNNING
WALKING
BIKING
STATIONARY BIKING
TREADMILL
HIKING
STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
ROLLERBLADING/SKATING
ELLIPTICAL
SWIMMING
ROWING
SKIING/SNOWBOARDING
STATIONARY ACTIVITIES (E.G., CROSSFIT, STRENGTH TRAINING, YOGA): 100 CALORIES = 1 MILE

RUN/WALK DIVISION:

RUNNING
WALKING
HIKING
TREADMILL


SHIPPING
ENJOY FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA. PACKAGES WILL BE SHIPPED IN APRIL 2026. ONCE SHIPPED, YOU'LL RECEIVE AN EMAIL WITH A TRACKING NUMBER.



TEAM DISCOUNTS
INTERESTED IN TEAM DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS OF TWO OR MORE? CONTACT US TO LEARN MORE!


READY TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE? REGISTER NOW AND MAKE 2026 YOUR MOST ACTIVE YEAR YET!

Races

  • Run/Walk - SOLO

    Incl. $7.08 Fee & Race Shirt

    $66.08

    OPENS TOMORROW
    In this division, you'll Run, Walk or Hike 2,026 Miles entirely on your own over 12 months.
  • Run/Walk - TEAM

    Incl. $7.08 Fee & Race Shirt

    $66.08

    OPENS TOMORROW
    In this division, you'll Run, Walk or Hike and divide up the 2,026 miles however you'd like amongst your teammates.
  • All Activity - SOLO

    Incl. $7.08 Fee & Race Shirt

    $66.08

    OPENS TOMORROW
    In this division, you'll complete 2,026 Miles entirely on your own over 12 months. You may use a variety of activities to accumulate your miles, such as running, biking, hiking, skiing, rowing, swimming, walking, cardio classes etc.
  • All Activity - TEAM

    Incl. $7.08 Fee & Race Shirt

    $66.08

    OPENS TOMORROW
    In this division, you'll complete 2,026 Miles with a team over 12 months. You may divide up the miles however you'd like and use a variety of activities to accumulate your miles, such as running, biking, hiking, skiing, rowing, swimming, walking, cardio classes etc.

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