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Earth Day Buckle Mania

Abilene, United States • 24-26 Apr 2026

The Earth Day Buckle Mania is an ultrarunning event held in Abilene, Kansas, featuring 12, 24, and 48-hour race options. Participants run on a certified 1.8228-mile paved loop through a scenic, mostly shaded private park. Runners can earn multiple buckles by reaching milestone distances: 50K, 50 miles, 100K, 100 miles, 150 miles, and 200 miles.

The event offers free lodging with heated showers for runners, with additional accommodations available for crews and families. Pacers are allowed after 12 hours, but no muling is permitted. All finishers receive a tri-blend shirt, and top male and female runners earn overall awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Kansas Abilene

Race information

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48 hr
48 Hour
200 mi
200 Mile Buckle
24 hr
24 Hour
150 mi
150 Mile Buckle
100 mi
100 Mile Buckle
12 hr
12 Hour
100 km
100k Buckle
50 mi
50 Mile Buckle
50 km
50k Buckle
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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