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, taking place on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in the charming city of Fort Collins, Larimer! This exciting event invites participants to choose between two exhilarating race distances: the Bacon Strip, a challenging 10-mile run, or the shorter Bacon Bits, a lively 4-mile dash. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a good time, this race offers something for everyone.
As part of the Fort Collins Running Club's training program, the Bacon Strip Race is free for FCRC members, with a suggested donation of $20 to support event costs, including the ever-popular BACON! Non-members can join the fun for just $30, but why not consider becoming a member for the same price? Membership comes with fantastic benefits like discounts on various races and special offers at local running shops. Plus, this year, the Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck will be on-site to provide delicious post-race carbs to celebrate your achievement! Remember, carpooling is encouraged as parking is limited. Don’t miss out—registration closes on February 21st. We can’t wait to see you there!
As part of the Fort Collins Running Club's training program, the Bacon Strip Race is free for FCRC members, with a suggested donation of $20 to support event costs, including the ever-popular BACON! Non-members can join the fun for just $30, but why not consider becoming a member for the same price? Membership comes with fantastic benefits like discounts on various races and special offers at local running shops. Plus, this year, the Sunny Stacks Pancake Truck will be on-site to provide delicious post-race carbs to celebrate your achievement! Remember, carpooling is encouraged as parking is limited. Don’t miss out—registration closes on February 21st. We can’t wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
The Bacon Strip race is back again! 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://fortcollinsrunningclub.org/]/Horesetooth Half Marathon [https://horsetooth-half.com/]/RU training program. 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 races 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 21st.
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://fortcollinsrunningclub.org/]/Horesetooth Half Marathon [https://horsetooth-half.com/]/RU training program. 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 races 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 21st.
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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