Countdown to One! Last Man Standing (Dresden)

Race Overview

This unique challenge is for those dedicated runners that like to push themselves a bit more than others. As a Countdown to ONE participant, you will run as many single miles as you can based on the time requirements for each. The course is a 1 mile loop. The start/finish for each mile is the same. All participants receive a finisher medal.

How It Works

• Completion Requirement: Each mile must be completed in less than the required time to advance to the next mile.
• Elimination: If you fail to complete any of the miles in the allotted time, you’re out of the competition.
• First Mile: Must be completed in 15 minutes or under.
• Subsequent Miles: Each consecutive mile has a progressively lower time requirement.

Categories

• Bronze Category: Complete miles in 15, 13, 11, and 10 minutes or less to earn a bronze pin.
• Silver Category: Complete 8 miles in 9.5, 9, 8.5, and 8 minutes or less to earn the silver pin.
• Gold Category: Complete 12 miles in 7.5, 7, 6.5, and 6 minutes or less to earn the gold pin.
• Time Drop: If necessary, mile time requirements will drop by 30 seconds to find the last person standing.

During the Race

• Rest and Refuel: If you finish any mile under the required time, you can stretch, refuel, and rest.
• Separation: There will be a two (2) minute separation between each leg of this ultimate challenge.
• Personal Challenge: Set your goal, up your training, and achieve your personal best!
• Medals: All participants will receive a large finisher medal based on the category completed.

Awards

• Top Finishers: The top Male and top Female finishers will receive a $50 cash prize.
• Bravery Wine: Additionally, they will receive a bottle of Bravery Wine (21+ only).

Race Information

Date: August 1, 2026

Location: 88 Main Street, Dresden, NY

For more information, visit the official race page.