Charitable event virtual running event- All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society

Join the Bayou Endurance Challenge and compete ANYWHERE on July 25-27, 2025, a 72-hour virtual running event with a flexible distance goal, whether it be a few miles, or an ultramarathon distance. Free registration, optional donations to the American Cancer Society.

Participant Experience:

Seamless registration with a confirmation email from founders Rafe Blades and Ben Gros.
Simple distance tracking instructions using preferred fitness apps/treadmill screen/devices.
Share achievements on a communal platform with the hashtag #BayouEnduranceChallenge.

Why Join?:

Flexibility: Choose your distance and location.
Community: Connect with like-minded individuals in the 3 day challenge.

Charitable Impact: Donations support the American Cancer Society.

How to Participate:

1.Register
2.Choose your course: trail, neighborhood, or treadmill.
3. Run/walk at your pace and distance on July 25 Race officially starts at 12am and ends at 11:59pm July 27 (share your journey with #BayouEnduranceChallenge).
4. Be sure to record your distance on a device/watch/treadmill screen etc.
5. Once you finish send your distance to the email rafeblades19@gmail.com.


Rankings: Easy... The farther you go, the higher you rank.

Consider making a voluntary donation for a charitable cause.

Charitable Giving:

100% of donations support the American Cancer Society.
Dedicated in memory of Sharon Blades and Ronnie Cooper.

Origins:

Founded by ultramarathoners Rafe Blades and Ben Gros, making ultrarunning accessible to all.

Race Swag:
Check out our race shop on our website. Proceeds go to charity


Liability:

Participants acknowledge and accept all risks associated with the Bayou Endurance Challenge.

Charitable Giving: Honoring Sharon Blades & Ronnie Cooper- Through the American Cancer Society

The decision to keep the event free and encourage donations for charity reflects Rafe and Ben's commitment to making a positive impact beyond the running community. By directing 100% of the donations to charity (American Cancer Society. they hope to use the Bayou Endurance Challenge as a force for good, contributing to causes that align with their values and the spirit of the running community.
In Loving Memory of Sharon Blades & Ronnie Cooper:
The charitable giving initiative is particularly poignant as it is dedicated in loving memory of Rafe Blades' grandmother, Sharon Blades. & Ben Gros grandpa, Ronnie Cooper who both bravely faced and fought cancer. Sharon and Ronnies' spirit and resilience have left an indelible mark on the Bayou Endurance Challenge, inspiring us to direct our collective efforts toward supporting the American Cancer Society.

Event's current local time: 1:55 AM CT