The Magnificent Bastards Challenge

Event details

The Magnificent Bastards Challenge takes place on July 25, 2026 in Corinth, Vermont, at 10397 VT-25, East Corinth, VT 05040. The event honors the KIA Marines from the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines. Registration opens on September 30, 2025. Participants who register before June 25 will be guaranteed custom Race Mozey silkies, for runners and ruckers respectively.

Race formats

Last Man Standing uses repeated 1 mile loops with about 300 feet of climbing. Each loop must be completed within 20 minutes. Runners continue repeating loops until one person remains. The 24th mile is the minimum distance to receive a medal and will be run as a fast lap; a special prize will be given for the fastest time on that lap. An Honor Lap option allows a participant to complete one loop at their own pace; Honor Lap registration funds go to Northeast Slopes and participants may check in and run while the event is happening.

Last Rucker Standing also uses 1 mile loops with 300 feet of climbing. Initial loop time is 30 minutes. After 8 hours the allowed time will decrease by 1 minute per loop until it reaches 20 minutes, then hold at 20 minutes. Male ruckers must carry 35 pounds and female ruckers 25 pounds in a pack (no sandbags or vests). Weight will be checked at the start, at the end, and randomly during the event. Ruckers continue until one person remains; ruckers who make 8 hours receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.