Money and Awards – Run Rabbit Run 50 & 100 Mile

PRIZE MONEY and AWARDS

HARES

1st Place Male — $15,000

2nd Place Male — $8,500

3rd Place Male — $5,000

4th Place Male — $3,500

5th Place Male — $1,500

6th Place Male – $1,000

7th Place Male – $500

1st Place Female — $15,000

2nd Place Female — $8,500

3rd Place Female — $5,000

4th Place Female — $3,500

5th Place Female — $1,500

6th Place Female – $1,000

7th Place Female – $500

More Details…..

• Masters Premium (over 40) — $1,000 (minimum 4 starters) • Seniors Premium (over 50) -$500 (minimum 4 starters)

• Both male and female, top 7 prize money requires 30 starters each.

• All women over 50 and men over 60 (Tortoises and Hares) who are official finishers earn free entry into the 2025 race.

The small print….

To avoid 30% withholding on your prize money, U.S. and Resident Foreign Athletes must provide a form W‐9 with valid social security number. A Form 1099 will be issued at year end to all athletes receiving compensation of $600 or more in a given year. All athletes who are citizens of foreign countries, also known as non‐resident athletes (NRAs) will be subject to 30% withholding of the total prize money as required by the IRS. This amount will be credited toward any US taxes owed at year end. If a NRA is interested in trying to lower the withholding rate, they may apply for a Central Withholding Agreement at least 45 days prior to event.

For more information please visit the IRS’s web‐site at https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/International‐Taxpayers/Taxation‐of‐Foreign‐Athletes‐and‐Entertainers

New this year – In addition to the $5,000 in the Run, Rabbit, Run Team Challenge, win an additional $1,000 Preem by being the first to top the gondola! Rules below!

Rules for the Team Challenge*:

A team consist of one woman and one man.
Fastest combined times win! Both runners must finish within the allowed time!
Both team members must run as Hares in our 100 mile race and follow all Hare rules.
You must provide us with your team names no later than September 7, 2024 (you can switch or change until then).
Winning team receives $5,000 ($2,500 per runner). Second place team $2,500. Third place team $1,000. All entrants are still eligible for individual prize money!

* Must be a minimum of five teams entered in the Team Challenge.

Rules for the $1,000 Guaranteed Preem:

Runners must run as Hares.
You must finish within the official time limit.
First male runner and first female runner to the top of the gondola wins $1,000!
Should the first male or female runner to the top of the gondola NOT finish within the official time limit, the preem will go to the next runner to the top of the gondola who finishes within the time limit.

Predict the Top Male & Female Hare and Top Male & Female 50 Miler and win $500!

You must correctly predict all 4 winners – 100 Male and Female Hares, 50 Mile Male and Female!
All 50 and 100 milers are eligible (one entry per runner). AND you must complete your race within your time limit!
Entries must be submitted by email, no later than midnight Sunday, September 8, 2024. Just list events and the names (i.e., 100 mile Male Hare – Donnie Darko)

While we will do our best to keep the ultrasignup list as current as possible with last minute entries and withdrawals, hey – no promises! It’s all part of the fun! Harvey’s handicapping hints below will help get you started.

Can you predict the winners? Send us your picks and win $500! Bonus: Pick the top team as well and win another $500!

Email us here

HARVEY HANDICAPS THE 2025 HARES – MEN

HARVEY HANDICAPS THE 2025 HARES – WOMEN

1. Grant Barnette, 29, Utah – Guy’s been pretty much unbeatable over the past few years, and at 29 still has plenty of upside. Facile win at Antelope Island 50 k means he’s training up for this. Field is deep this year but gets the nod.

2. Sam Collins, 30, Utah – He’s been 4th in 2022 here then had a DNF in 2023, so suspect he’s learned the course. Huge upside as he’s still in his prime. Would be no surprise.

3. Kyle Pietari, 38, Colorado – He’s won here before, in 2019, but he’s struggled with injuries since and last year’s return did not turn out so good. Assume he’s focussed on this and we like that, but faces others doing the same. We’ll have the puke bag ready. Respect chances if he returns to prior form.

4. Zach Eagle, 30, Indiana – Hard to pick flatlander this high, but then again he was 8th last year and only figures to get better. Good effort at Oregon Cascades as well suggests climbing and distance won’t be a problem, and hey, he’s rarely off the podium. Merits much respect.

5. John Herrick, 34, Colorado – He’s won High Lonesome, he’s won San Juan Solstice and he’s been 7th here. Guys flies beneath the radar but looks to be formed for this. One of the ones in a wide open and contentious field.

6. Tyler Fox, 32, Colorad0 – Runner has run some big ones, with wins at Quad Rock, The Bear and Scout Mountain, and numerous podium finishes against some tough ones. Another one who’s been here before; and at 32 another one who might improve. Should be in the hunt if focussed on this.

7. Joseph Pendleton, 32, Idaho – Lightly raced runner has plenty of upside; was 4th couple year back at IMTUF but faces tougher here. Guy has run some good ones at shorter distances. Could be any kind. Don’t discount chances. Dark horse pick to take it all.

8. Zack Boyle, 33, Missouri – Midwest runner hasn’t lost in years, and maybe has never been off the podium, but that was there and now is here. Faces much tougher here, and then too there’s the altitude and the climbing. Will be tested but not without a chance.

9. Jeff Stern, 38, California – Third Cascade Crest, 4th Angeles Crest, runner seems to be running as good as ever, but Californians have struggle here and faces much tougher. Has a puncher’s chance.

10. Grant Hodaling, 41, California – Gotta respect that 14 hours at Javalina and recent win at Marin 50k though as we said Californians have struggled here. Still, another one who might surprise. Masters threat for certain.

1. Mary Denholm, 37, Colorado – Former Olympic Trials marathoner has taken to the ultra trails like a fish to water, as she’s won just about everything she’s entered, with only a 2nd at JFK 50 marring a perfect record. Last year’s Leadville win most impressive, though she hasn’t been tested on a tougher course like this. The pick in a very contentious filed.

2. Riley Brady, 29, Colorado – Runner’s been lights-out recently, with wins at recent Javelina Jundred 100 and Black Canyon 100k and looking very impressive in both, and at 29 still has room to improve. Looks to give top selection a run for the money. Would be no surprise.

3. Brittany Peterson, 39, Canada – Not sure she’s been the same runner after those two top 5 finishes at Western States a few years back but suspect after a few injuries she’s on the upswing, and think she’s focussing on this, which is always a good thing. Canadians always tough here. Could take it all if returns to prior form.

4. Alissa St. Laurent, 40, Canada – Another tough Canadian and hey, she’s been here before, with a 2nd in 2021. Looking to make amends as recent efforts here have not been up to par. Contender if she’s on her game and Masters threat to boot.

5. Ashley Paulson, 43, Utah – Yeah, yeah, we know, we know, but then again there’s two sides to every story, so let’s move along. Last year’s effort not the best so you know she’s looking for retribution, and look, she’s broken the overall course record at Badwater, she’s run 14 hours at Jackpot, and she wins just about everything she enters, including overall recent win at Antelope Island, – she’s one of the best in the world. Suspect she’s the quickest of the quick once they get over Mt. Werner but they’ll be coming at her in waves and now she’s got something to prove. Merits much respect.

6. Emily Long, 26, Colorado – Hey, gal’s only run tw0 ultras we can see but she’s won them both, and while this looks to be first try at Distance of Truth at 26 she could be any sort. Run, Rabbit, Run’s been the coming out party for some of the world’s best, and have a sneaky funny feeling about this one. Dark horse pick to take it all.

7. Mary Baughman, 29, Colorado – Love her third here in 2023, won our 50 in 2022, and she’s another who only figures to improve, as she’s just 29. Looking for a breakthrough win and this might be it. Don’t sell short. Definite contender.

8. Salynda Heinl, 40, Colorado – She’s a 5 time finisher, all in the top 10, including a fifth, she’s won High Lonesome, and knows the course better than anyone, and anyway, seems focussed on this. Always a threat and this year is no exception. Contender for Masters as well.

9. Zoe Rom, 31, Colorado – Second behind top selection in last year’s Leadville, albeit hours behind that one; she’s been here before, with a very good 7th tw0 years back; will probably need to step up her game a bit to contend for all the marbles but she’s got a puncher’s chance in a deep and contentious field. Respect.

10. Kayla Straub, 35 Kansas – Flatlander probably up against it, since looks like altitude and mountains a new challenge for her. Holds course records on flat courses and appears to be one of the midwest’s best. Seems she’s moving up in class, but heck, stranger things have happened and anyway isn’t that why we line ’em up and make ’em run?

HARVEY HANDICAPS THE 2024 50 MILE – MEN

HARVEY HANDICAPS THE 2024 50 MILE – WOMEN

1. Rick Davey, 34, C0. – Guy has loaded the bases last three years, with second, first (male), and third, respectively. His to lose.

2. Josh Slocum, 34. Co. – No results last six years, but results before that would put him right in the hunt. Like he’s making his comeback here. Should be fresh. Contender.

3. Tim Smith, 43, California – Looks to improve on 7th place finish last year. Will need to step up his game.

4. Andrew Pointbriand, 32, California – Top California runner has been here before, with a modest finish in the 100 mile Hare, 4th in a prior 50 few years ago, and now faces softer. Experience a plus.

5. Chris Sachs, 44, Colorado – Suspect 22 hours at last years Leadville puts him in the mix at the 50, and effort at Quad Rock 25 not bad either. Not without a chance.

6. Nicholas Sondaz, 50, Utah – Has run some good ones, and love that recent 50k win in Utah. Dark horse selection to pull the upset.

1. Abigail West, 26, Georgia – Flatlander dropped from 100 Hare where she figured to contend and now faces softer; last minute drops rarely a good sign. Still, looks to be class of the field if healthy.

2. Steph Nicols, 24, Montana – Gal seems new at the ultra game but love that last 50 miler in Maine. Montanans always tough here. Should contend.

3. Lauren Creath, 31, Colorado – Came off a three-year shelf with a respectable Kendall Mountain run that sets her up well for this. Prior efforts put her in the hunt.

4. Taylor Bacon, 27, Colorado – Gotta love her win at Never Summer 60k, and that 6th at Silverton Alpine behind some pretty tough cookies is better than it looks. Would be no surprise.

5. Shanon Seiferth, 34, Colorado – Two good preps including one at that Silverton Alpine and she fits in here. Rates a chance.

6. Nora Rex, 38, Colorado – That second at Pikes Peak Ultra puts her right in the mix.

2024 Team Entrants

1. Clare Gallagher/Kyle Pietari – brat

2. Becca Bramley/Chris Hammes – The San Juan-Tons

3. Jenna Bensko/Clint Anders – The Poudre Pounders

4. Emilie Mann/Nicholas Lightbody – The BC Bandits

5. Nicole Laughton/Steven Cornelius – The Gray Hares

6. Justine Hull/Roger Hull – Don’t Worry, be HOPPY!

7. Megan Flanagan/Rob Kehoe – Gritty and Golden

8. Leah Yingling/Tyler Green – The Greenlings

9. Andrea Stofko/Adam Loomis – Naak Attack

10. Ashley Paulson/Brian Thorn –

11. Barret Gray/Noah Dusseau – The Seattle Sea Level Senders

12. Heidi Warfel/Carlos Ruibal – The Underdogs

13. Leah Ling/Miguel Medina – Gels, Sweat, and Tears

14. Cristina Regalado/Sam Lohse – The Wasatch Baddiez

15. Michele Yates/Tomonori Onitsuka – Kenji Mountain Movers

16. Megan Eckert/Cody Robinson – Funktastic Formula

17. Shea Aquilino/Zach Eagle – Ope! 317

18. Eva Gifford/Matthew Bigman – The Pink Pony Club

19. Rachel Lemke/Brian Culmo – Horton’s Heroes

20. Salynda Heinl/Graham Shalvoy – Aravaipa at Altitude

21. Stacey Marion/Richard Lockwood –

22. Emily Caldwell/Sean van Horn – Colorado Mishmash

23. Sandi Nypaver/Zack Russell – The Underrated Underdogs