Winter Hourglass Run/Ruck/Ski
- Date Sun 11th January 2026
- Time 10:00AM AKST
- Location Palmer, Alaska
- Price $31.74 - $74.14
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating winter adventure at the Winter Hourglass Run/Ruck/Ski, taking place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in the stunning Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna region of Alaska! This unique event offers a thrilling challenge for participants of all ages and fitness levels, featuring three exciting divisions: a 2-mile running loop, a 1-mile rucking loop (with an optional weight challenge), and a 2-kilometer skiing loop. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-timer, this event promises to push your limits while ensuring a fun-filled atmosphere.
The Winter Hourglass Challenge is not your average race; it’s a test against time with a twist! Each participant starts with 30 minutes to complete their loop, and as the event progresses, the time to complete each subsequent lap gets shorter, ramping up the excitement and challenge. With friendly aid stations, warm-up areas, and a festive environment, this event is designed to combat cabin fever and encourage camaraderie among fellow adventurers. Don’t miss your chance to join in on the winter fun and see how many laps you can complete before the hourglass runs out! Register today and embrace the challenge of the winter wonder
The Winter Hourglass Challenge is not your average race; it’s a test against time with a twist! Each participant starts with 30 minutes to complete their loop, and as the event progresses, the time to complete each subsequent lap gets shorter, ramping up the excitement and challenge. With friendly aid stations, warm-up areas, and a festive environment, this event is designed to combat cabin fever and encourage camaraderie among fellow adventurers. Don’t miss your chance to join in on the winter fun and see how many laps you can complete before the hourglass runs out! Register today and embrace the challenge of the winter wonder
Organiser's Description
SNOWFLAKE THE WINTER HOURGLASS CHALLENGE RUN & RUCK EDITION
_Crevasse - Moraine Trail. Palmer, Alaska Sunday, January 11th, 2025. Hosted and aid-station-staffed by Palmer-locals Andrew & Brooke Vigorito with assistance from daughters Dossie and Soph._
It's hard to capture just how much fun this event will be!! It will an epic outing that will certainly become progressively more challenging, but every restart is with a group having all the fun with you!
Welcome to The Winter Hourglass Challenge, a crazy-fun, cold-weather challenge built for runners, ruckers, skiers and anyone who wants to get out, have fun, test pacing, and resolve in the Alaskan winter. This event is truly great for all levels of fitness and running experience.
This isnt a normal raceits awesome fun with friends in a race against time itself, that starts so slowly and easily and becomes more and more challenging! You will love the experience
HOW IT WORK -- Three Divisions:
male sign RUNNING 2-Mile Loop
* Walk/run around the loop in the time available
RUCK 1-Mile Loop
* The essence of a ruck is a backpack with weight, though this is completely optional
* If you want to bring weight, 35 lbs is recommended for men, 20 lbs for women (again, totally optional)
skier SKI -- 2-Kilometer Loop (1.2 miles)
* Cross-country ski the loop within the time period.
KIDS (15 and under) -- 1-Mile Loop.
Every athlete begins 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
...
Until you time out or decide not to restart. [Maximum event length is less than 6 hours]
Your score is the number of completed laps.
The event continues until only one athlete in each division remainsor until time finally runs out on everyone.
WHO THIS IS FOR
* All ages and skill levels
* Anyone wanting to remedy cabin-fever
* Runners looking for winter fun
* Ruckers wanting a fun challenge
* Skiers of all experience levels wanting a fun outing
* Hybrid athletes testing pacing and endurance
* Anyone who loves an epic but fun challenge
* Those who love to be in a fun, festive environment to face a challenge together
* First-timers welcome the early rounds are generous!
SAFETY & SUPPORT
On-site staff and warm-up area
Hot drinks + friendly aid station cheering you on every loop
This event is held outdoorsexpect winter conditions, and layer appropriately
SCORING
Your final standing is based on:
check mark Total loops completed
check mark Last athlete standing (if applicable)
check mark Separate podiums for Running & Rucking divisions
ARE YOU READY TO BEAT THE HOURGLASS?
Have a blast with us!!
Push your pace.
Leave it all out there.
Register today and test yourself against winter, the clock, and your own limits.
_Crevasse - Moraine Trail. Palmer, Alaska Sunday, January 11th, 2025. Hosted and aid-station-staffed by Palmer-locals Andrew & Brooke Vigorito with assistance from daughters Dossie and Soph._
It's hard to capture just how much fun this event will be!! It will an epic outing that will certainly become progressively more challenging, but every restart is with a group having all the fun with you!
Welcome to The Winter Hourglass Challenge, a crazy-fun, cold-weather challenge built for runners, ruckers, skiers and anyone who wants to get out, have fun, test pacing, and resolve in the Alaskan winter. This event is truly great for all levels of fitness and running experience.
This isnt a normal raceits awesome fun with friends in a race against time itself, that starts so slowly and easily and becomes more and more challenging! You will love the experience
HOW IT WORK -- Three Divisions:
male sign RUNNING 2-Mile Loop
* Walk/run around the loop in the time available
RUCK 1-Mile Loop
* The essence of a ruck is a backpack with weight, though this is completely optional
* If you want to bring weight, 35 lbs is recommended for men, 20 lbs for women (again, totally optional)
skier SKI -- 2-Kilometer Loop (1.2 miles)
* Cross-country ski the loop within the time period.
KIDS (15 and under) -- 1-Mile Loop.
Every athlete begins 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
...
Until you time out or decide not to restart. [Maximum event length is less than 6 hours]
Your score is the number of completed laps.
The event continues until only one athlete in each division remainsor until time finally runs out on everyone.
WHO THIS IS FOR
* All ages and skill levels
* Anyone wanting to remedy cabin-fever
* Runners looking for winter fun
* Ruckers wanting a fun challenge
* Skiers of all experience levels wanting a fun outing
* Hybrid athletes testing pacing and endurance
* Anyone who loves an epic but fun challenge
* Those who love to be in a fun, festive environment to face a challenge together
* First-timers welcome the early rounds are generous!
SAFETY & SUPPORT
On-site staff and warm-up area
Hot drinks + friendly aid station cheering you on every loop
This event is held outdoorsexpect winter conditions, and layer appropriately
SCORING
Your final standing is based on:
check mark Total loops completed
check mark Last athlete standing (if applicable)
check mark Separate podiums for Running & Rucking divisions
ARE YOU READY TO BEAT THE HOURGLASS?
Have a blast with us!!
Push your pace.
Leave it all out there.
Register today and test yourself against winter, the clock, and your own limits.
Races
-
Winter Hourglass Run
Incl. $5.14 Fee
Sun 11th January 2026 (10:00AM AKST)
$74.14
Each loop is 2 miles for runners; 1 mile for ruckers. -
Winter Hourglass Ruck
Incl. $5.14 Fee
Sun 11th January 2026 (10:00AM AKST)
$74.14
-
Kids Run
Incl. $2.74 Fee
Sun 11th January 2026 (10:00AM AKST)
$31.74
Ages 15 and under. -
Winter Hourglass Ski
Incl. $5.14 Fee
Sun 11th January 2026 (10:00AM AKST)
$74.14
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1201 N Loma Prieta Dr, Palmer, 99645, AK, United States
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