In 13 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
6122 Route H, Noel MO
Distance
Half
Typical weather
52–72°F · some rain risk
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2025
63–81°F
dry
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43–68°F
dry
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40–68°F
dry
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42–55°F
dry
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46–72°F
dry
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50–71°F
dry
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41–69°F
dry
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39–68°F
dry
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47–70°F
dry
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71–84°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 17
Sunny · 52–76°F
Saturday, Oct 17starts near 52°F · 16% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Sunset Mountain's Naked Mile - Snap Dragon Style
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: 6122 Route H, Noel, MO
- Registration Link: Sign Up Here
Race Format
- Age Requirement: 18 and up
- Distance: .86 mile laps on Snap Dragon trail
- Start Time: 1pm
- End Criteria: Last finisher out each lap, continue until one remains or 4pm for race-off
Course Challenge
- Trail Difficulty: Extremely aggressive, designed to test running ability
- Terrain: Forest trails with loose gravel, large rocks, and elevation gain
- Elevation: Approximately 215' gain from starting gate
- Time Limit: Each lap limited to 12 minutes
Awards and Recognition
- Finishers: Recognition of top male and female finishers
- Awards: Embroidered robes presented immediately after the race
- Entries: Limited to the first 25 participants
- BBQ Event: Free dinner on race day at 6pm via BBQ cook-off competition
Final Challenge
- Bravery Required: Are you brave enough to enter the Dragon?!
- Participant Perks: Each entry allows for participant and one guest
- Running Experience: Expected to push personal limits, potentially half marathon distance for top competitors
- Lap Structure: New lap starts every 12 minutes with remaining contestants
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