Nocterra Quitter's Run presented by Brooks

Are you a quitter?

• Mind Game: Probably not. But our job is to get in your head and yours is to keep running. Don't quit.
• Event Invitation: Nocterra Brewing and Columbus Running Company invite you to take on the toughest running event in all of Powell, Ohio - The Nocterra Quitter's Run presented by Brooks.
• Unique Challenge: There are only 26 feet of climbing per lap, but our emcee will be giving you tons of other reasons to stop.
• Competitive Distances: We have distances from 1/8th-marathon to 6-hour ultra and we encourage you to sign up for the distance that will push you to your limits.

Race Details

• Course Length: How many laps can you handle on our 3.2-mile course?
• Event Popularity: Our marathon and ultra-marathon events have quickly become two of the most unique and competitive events in the Central Ohio area.
• Results Page: Check our results page to see how you would stack up against runners from recent years!
• Time Limits: Please note: all participants must complete their event by 1 PM.

Event Timing

• Finish Requirement: Any starter not finished by 1 PM will be designated a "Quitter".
• Time Limits: The ultra-marathon has a 6-hour time limit, the marathon has a 5-hour time limit, the 1/2-marathon has a 3-hour time limit, the 1/4-marathon has a 2-hour time limit, and the 1/8-marathon has a 1-hour time limit.
• Start Policy: There is no early start option for any event, and no new laps can begin after 12:35 PM.
• Additional Information: Please see our additional race information section for all updated rules and time schedules for this year.

Pick your challenge

• First Marathon: Should you take on your first marathon with a support team cheering you on in the beer garden?
• Casual Option: Or, just one lap and then a beer?
• Ultra Challenge: See how many laps you can complete in under 6 hours.
• Post-Race Reward: No matter what, there’s a beer for you when you’re done.

The course

• Course Type: The course is a mix of streets, bike paths, and sidewalks.
• Course Map: A link to the course map is included under the "Additional Race Information" heading below.
• Feedback: Don’t like the course conditions? We don’t care.
• Final Thought: Just quit.

Join us on August 23, 2026, at 41 Depot St, Powell, OH. For more information, visit Nocterra Quitter's Run.