What Is The Next Loop?

The Next Loop Endurance Series is a loop-based endurance running event designed for every type of runner — from first-time 10K participants to seasoned marathoners, ultra runners, CrossFit, Hyrox, and tactical athletes.

You’ll run a 3.1-mile (5K) trail loop, starting a new loop every hour on the hour.

After each loop, you decide:

Run another loop
Or stop — no penalties, no DNFs
Every completed loop counts.
 
⏱️ How Scoring Works
This event uses a simple, transparent scoring system that rewards consistency, pacing, and endurance.

For each loop:

Time starts when the loop begins
Time stops when you cross the finish line
That loop time is officially recorded
Your overall score is calculated by combining the times of every loop you complete.
There are:

❌ No penalties for stopping
❌ No missed-cutoff failures
✅ Only completed loops counted. This allows athletes at every level to compete meaningfully.
 
👟 Why This Format Works for Everyone

New Runners:

Run your first 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon without pressure
Stop when you’re done — your result still counts
Compare performance with others completing the same number of loops
Marathon & Ultra Runners:

Test pacing, fatigue, and recovery across multiple hours
Analyze loop-by-loop performance
Use results as a benchmark — not just a finish time
Hybrid / Functional Athletes - (CrossFit, Hyrox, Tactical Games)

Measure recovery between efforts
Evaluate consistency under fatigue
Test endurance without committing to a fixed distance
 
🌲 Course & Event Environment

Scenic trail-based 5K loop
Clearly marked course
Start/finish located at a central base area
Aid station available each hour
Family- and crew-friendly atmosphere
 
🏁 How Far Will You Go? Loops Completed/Total Distance

1 Loop = 5K
2 Loops = 10K
4 Loops = Half Marathon
9 Loops = Marathon
10 Loops = 50K
You are never locked into a distance. Each loop is a new decision.
🎯 Who Should Register?
✔ Runners of all levels
✔ Athletes training for longer events
✔ Anyone curious how far they can go — one loop at a time
✔ Anyone who wants an endurance challenge without failure pressure

 
🧠 The Philosophy
This isn’t about speed alone. It’s about discipline, recovery, decision-making, and endurance.

Run the loop. Recover. Decide. Repeat.

 
📸 Results, Rankings & Bragging Rights

Official timing for every completed loop
Results ranked by loops completed and combined time
Post-race data you can analyze, share, and build from
 
Ready to See How Many Loops You’ve Got?
👉 Register now and find your next limit — one loop at a time.

Event details and schedule

Participant Information – What to Bring & How the Event Works

The Next Loop Endurance Series is designed to be simple, flexible, and athlete-friendly.

Participants should wear standard trail-running gear appropriate for the weather and trail conditions. You are encouraged to bring personal nutrition, hydration, extra clothing, and any gear you may want for multiple loops.

Athletes may set up a personal staging area either:

• At their vehicle, or

• In the designated participant staging area near the start/finish

An aid station will be located at the start/finish line, providing water, basic food, and electrolytes each loop.

Each loop begins on the hour. When you complete a loop, you will have the remaining time until the next hourly start to recover, refuel, restock gear, and prepare for the next loop.

Your race continues as long as you choose to start the next loop on time.
Your race is complete when:

• You decide to stop, or

• You do not start the next loop at the scheduled hourly start time

This format allows athletes to explore endurance at their own pace while maintaining a clear, structured schedule.