Lean Horse Ultra Marathon

Event Overview

The Lean Horse Ultra Marathon takes place annually in August. Established in 2005, it features:

• 100-mile race
• 50-mile race
• 30-mile race
• 20-mile race
• 30-mile Black Hills CrossFit Edition - Singles, 3, and 6 person relays

Course Information

Surface: Crushed Limestone

Location: George S. Mickelson Trail

Elevation Profile: Extended gentle climbs on an old railroad bed.

Average Temperature in August: High of 79°F, Low of 53°F.

Race Schedule

Here are the critical timings for the event:

• Thursday: Packet Pick-Up from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Custer YMCA
• Friday:
  • 11:15 AM – 100M Check-In at Start Line (Custer YMCA)
  • 12:00 PM – 100M Start
• Saturday:
  • 5:00 AM – 50M Start
  • 6:00 AM – BHCFE Singles Start
  • 7:00 AM – BHCFE Teams of 3 Start
  • 8:00 AM – 30M and 20M Starts
  • 8:10 AM – BHCFE Teams of 6 Start
  • 8:00 PM – Finish Line Cut-Off Time

Registration Fees

• 100M: $300
• 100M (Up to 5 Person Relay): $500
• 50M: $150
• 30M: $125
• 20M: $100
• 30M Black Hills CrossFit Edition 1 Athlete: $150
• 30M Black Hills CrossFit Edition 3 Athletes: $300
• 30M Black Hills CrossFit Edition 6 Athletes: $400

Top Performances

Check out the top performances from previous years:

• Men: '12 Paul Hopwood (48) 15:14:15
• Women: '08 Jenny Capel (35) 16:55:30