Bacon Strip Race
- Date Sun 22nd February 2026
- Time 9:00AM MST
- Location Fort Collins, Colorado
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a deliciously fun day at the Bacon Strip Race on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in the scenic Fort Collins, Larimer! This exciting event offers two fantastic race options: the Bacon Strip, a challenging 10-mile course, and the Bacon Bits, a more accessible 4-mile run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a brisk walk, there's something for everyone!
As part of the Fort Collins Running Club (FCRC) and the Horsetooth Half Marathon training program, this race is a great opportunity to connect with fellow running enthusiasts. FCRC members can join for free, while non-members can participate for a suggested donation of $30 (or just $20 with a membership). Plus, new this year, don't miss the Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck on-site to celebrate your achievements with some post-race carbs! Remember, registration closes on February 20th, so secure your spot today! Let's make this year’s Bacon Strip Race an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, community, and of course, bacon!
As part of the Fort Collins Running Club (FCRC) and the Horsetooth Half Marathon training program, this race is a great opportunity to connect with fellow running enthusiasts. FCRC members can join for free, while non-members can participate for a suggested donation of $30 (or just $20 with a membership). Plus, new this year, don't miss the Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck on-site to celebrate your achievements with some post-race carbs! Remember, registration closes on February 20th, so secure your spot today! Let's make this year’s Bacon Strip Race an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, community, and of course, bacon!
Organiser's Description
The Bacon Strip race is back for another year! Take your pick between the Bacon Strip [https://www.strava.com/segments/2447219] (10 miles) or Bacon Bits [https://www.strava.com/segments/29118565] (4 miles).
Once again, this race is part of the FCRC [https://www.runsignup.com/fcrc]/Horesetooth Half Marathon [https://horsetooth-half.com/]/RU training program [https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/FortCollins/RunningUHorsetoothHalfMarathonTraining]. The races are free for FCRC members. There is a suggested donation of $20 to help offset the cost of putting on the event(port-a-pottys, gifts, BACON!).
The cost for non-members is $30. However, the annual cost of FCRC membership [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/FortCollinsRunningClub/Register] is $30. Membership includes many benefits, from race discounts ($20 off Horsetooth Half, $5 off FireKracker 5K, $5 off Resolution Run, as well as dozens of other races), discounts at local running stores, social events and more.
NEW THIS YEAR: Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck [https://www.facebook.com/SunnyStacksPancakes/] will be on site if you want to celebrate your performance with post-race carbs!
PLEASE CONSIDER CARPOOLING TO THE RACE. If you've raced or run the course in the past, you know it's just an intersection where we start and finish. There is no parking lot. We want to keep residents happy, so please consider carpooling.
THERE IS NO DAY OF REGISTRATION. Registration closes on Friday, February 20th.
This is an unsupported race. There will be water on the course, but you will need to fill your own water vessel.
Hope to see you out there!
Once again, this race is part of the FCRC [https://www.runsignup.com/fcrc]/Horesetooth Half Marathon [https://horsetooth-half.com/]/RU training program [https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/FortCollins/RunningUHorsetoothHalfMarathonTraining]. The races are free for FCRC members. There is a suggested donation of $20 to help offset the cost of putting on the event(port-a-pottys, gifts, BACON!).
The cost for non-members is $30. However, the annual cost of FCRC membership [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/FortCollinsRunningClub/Register] is $30. Membership includes many benefits, from race discounts ($20 off Horsetooth Half, $5 off FireKracker 5K, $5 off Resolution Run, as well as dozens of other races), discounts at local running stores, social events and more.
NEW THIS YEAR: Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck [https://www.facebook.com/SunnyStacksPancakes/] will be on site if you want to celebrate your performance with post-race carbs!
PLEASE CONSIDER CARPOOLING TO THE RACE. If you've raced or run the course in the past, you know it's just an intersection where we start and finish. There is no parking lot. We want to keep residents happy, so please consider carpooling.
THERE IS NO DAY OF REGISTRATION. Registration closes on Friday, February 20th.
This is an unsupported race. There will be water on the course, but you will need to fill your own water vessel.
Hope to see you out there!
Races
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10 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sun 22nd February 2026 (9:00AM MST)
$32.80
OPENS 07 JAN 26 -
4 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sun 22nd February 2026 (9:00AM MST)
$32.80
OPENS 07 JAN 26
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