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Weld Your Mettle Running Festival

Weld Your Mettle Running Festival

Weld Your Mettle offers a multi-day running festival with diverse distances on a scenic Colorado property.

Race Date

Jun 5, 2027

Location

Eaton, CO

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 5, 2027
Location
Eaton, Colorado
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50 Miles, 100K, 4.3 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 50K, 200 Miles, 36 Hour Virtual Race, 36 Hour Timed Event
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Mixed
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
17

Highlights

Good For

Beginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Party FinishLocal CommunityGreat Post RaceGreat Swag

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

The Weld Your Mettle Running Festival transforms a 146-acre private property in Northern Colorado into a three-day celebration of running and community. Runners can choose from a wide array of distances, including the half-marathon, 50k, 100k, and even 200-mile events, or participate in shorter 5k or 7k options. The event encourages participants to "WELD YOUR METTLE" by challenging excuses and digging deep.

The course itself is a 2-mile groomed dirt loop, offering breathtaking views of Longs Peak. Beyond the races, attendees can enjoy a full weekend of activities, including glamping or camping options, access to a sauna and cold plunges, entertainment, bonfires, and a run.Wild movie screening. It's designed as more than just a race, but an invitation to a life-changing experience.

Race-provided description

Join us for three days of running excitement! Whether you're tackling the events individually or teaming up for relays: 14 mile, full marathon, 50k, 5 miles 100k,100 miles, or taking on a 7K Run or Ruck, - there's an event for everyone. Experience the thrill of friendly competition and the energy of a supportive community! Relax in luxurious Glamping Tents or set up your own campsite, and enjoy access to a sauna, cold plunges, entertainment, food, drinks, and the race itself. Catch the run.Wild movie screening, bon fires and more throughout the weekend! With a full schedule of activities, there's something for everyone—whether you're joining us for the race, the fun, or both. The event takes place on a beautiful 146-acre private property in Northern Colorado, featuring a 2-mile groomed dirt loop course with breathtaking views of Longs Peak. Bring your friends or family and make a weekend of it! Location: 11586 CR 80  Eaton, CO US 80615 Entry into this race is more than a one day event. It's an invitation to change your life, challenge your excuses, dig deep and WELD YOUR METTLE.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 5, 2027

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

Weld Your Mettle Shirt

Start Location

11586 Co Rd 80, Eaton, CO, 80615

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

mixed

Scenery

Mountain, Rural

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

50 Miles100K4.3 Miles26.2 Miles50K200 Miles36 Hour Virtual Race36 Hour Timed Event

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size6/15

~17 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 2:02:51

Weather2/10

typical high 75°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

49°

Afternoon (High)

75°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

58%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 17 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2023

Total finishers

17

Median time

2:35:31

Latest turnout

17

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
2:00p50 median ≈ 2:355:45
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Frequently asked

When is the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival?

The Weld Your Mettle Running Festival is held on Saturday, June 5, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival take place?

It takes place in Eaton, Colorado.

What distances does the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50 Miles, 100K, 4.3 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 50K, 200 Miles, 36 Hour Virtual Race, 36 Hour Timed Event.

Is the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival course flat and good for a PR?

The Weld Your Mettle Running Festival is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival?

HalfRuns has finish records for 17 runners who have completed the Weld Your Mettle Running Festival.

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