SNOWFLAKE THE WINTER HOURGLASS CHALLENGE RUN RUCK SKI
_CrevasseMoraine Trail | Palmer, Alaska | Sunday, January 11, 2026_
Hosted by Palmer locals Andrew & Brooke Vigorito (with help from Dossie & Soph) fully staffed with an aid station, hot drinks, and a warm-up area.

WHAT THIS IS
This isnt a normal race. This is an event with lots of swag for everyone. Its a loop challenge against the clock that starts friendly and slowly turns into an unforgettable winter test of pacing, grit, and one more round.

Youll restart each round with a group, hype, and support until you decide youre done or the hourglass finally wins.


HOW IT WORKS CHOOSE YOUR DIVISION

male sign RUNNING 2-Mile Loop
Complete the 2-mile loop within the time available.

RUCK 1-Mile Loop
A ruck is simply a backpack with weight (This is optional here, because all beginners or those nursing old injuries are still welcome!).
If you are ready for the universal standards of rucking:

> Men: 35 lb
> Women: 20 lb

skier SKI 2-Kilometer Loop (1.2 miles)
Cross-country ski the 2K loop within the time available.

KIDS (15 & under) 1-Mile Loop
A fun, manageable loop for kids/teens to join the action.


THE HOURGLASS FORMAT
Every athlete starts with 30 minutes to complete their loop.

After each successful lap, the hourglass drops:
stopwatch Each new round gives you 1 minute less to finish the same loop.

Round 1: 30 minutes
Round 2: 29 minutes
Round 3: 28 minutes
and so on

You continue until you time out or decide not to restart.
Maximum event length: under 6 hours.

check mark button Your score = total completed laps.
The event continues until only one athlete remains in each division or until time runs out on everyone.


WHO THIS IS FOR
All ages and skill levels
Anyone who wants a real cabin-fever cure
Runners who want winter fun and a pacing test
Ruckers who want a tough-but-welcoming challenge
Skiers of any experience level who want an epic outing
Hybrid athletes testing endurance and resolve
First-timers welcome the early rounds are generous

SAFETY & SUPPORT
On-site staff
Warm-up area
Hot drinks + friendly aid station cheering you on every loop
This event is outdoors expect winter conditions and layer appropriately

SCORING & RESULTS
Your final standing is based on:
check mark Total loops completed
check mark Last athlete standing (if applicable)
check mark Separate results/podiums by division (Run / Ruck / Ski / Kids)


ARE YOU READY TO BEAT THE HOURGLASS?
Come get outside. Get uncomfortable in the best way. Leave with a story.

Register today and test yourself against winter, the clock, and your own limits.



SWAG BAGS + REFERRAL REWARDS: Listen swag matters. Every participant will receive a swag bag with a few goodies, and the highlight is an official Hourglass event T-shirt.

REFERRAL BONUSES:

Refer 1 friend who registers -> get your T-shirt customized jersey-style on the back (your last name, race name, or a motivating nickname).
Refer 2 friends who register -> earn a FREE event hoodie or sweat pants (in addition to your shirt)!!!

To claim your referral rewards, email [email protected] with your friends name after they register, and tell us exactly how you want your shirt customized (example: last name Johnson or a race name like Twinkle Toes or your alter ego who never tires Ms. Energizer, El Bandito, etc - whatever youre loving, were printing!)

_[Sign ups after Thursday, January 8th cannot be assured an event t-shirt]_



PARKING - This event is held at the Crevasse - Moraine Trailhead, owned by the Matsu Borough. The trailhead parking lot requires a parking fee, but parking on the street is free.