
Sleigh Me Ultras
Shortsville, NY
Fri, Sep 18, 2026
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Friday, September 18th, 2026
4285 Shortsville Road, Shortsville NY
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56–74°F · some rain risk
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54–80°F
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2024
58–78°F
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54–70°F
dry
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65–81°F
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60–73°F
dry
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48–58°F
dry
2019
52–72°F
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2018
65–82°F
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64–83°F
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67–80°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Do you like loopy fun with runny friends where you get to see reindeer on every loop? Yes? Then Sleigh Me Ultras is for YOU! This event takes place at the Shortsville Reindeer Farm and features a one mile loop on foot friendly grass/trail terrain with very little elevation. There are some roots to keep you picking up your feet but nothing to climb over. You choose how many miles you want to "rack" up.
- Location: 4285 Shortsville Road, Shortsville, NY
- Date: 2026-09-18
- Aid Station: Fully stocked aid station located in the barn, pizzas at noon.
- Family Friendly: Yes, there really are reindeer! Bring your friends and family!
Race Options
The 48 Hour option starts Friday evening. All other races, you can choose to start at the top of any hour over the weekend! We mark loops by hand. We will mark your start/finish times on the board! Results get loaded on runsignup in spreadsheet format so you can verify your results!
- Loop Requirement: Mark 100 loops or more to get a coveted BELT BUCKLE!
- Buckles: Yes, there are buckles for 100 milers!
- Proceeds: Benefit ROCovery Fitness! Learn more.
- Reindeer Farm: Check out the Shortsville Reindeer Farm here.
FAQs
Short and sweet FAQs
- What will be at the aid station? Chips, pretzels, candy, cheese quesadillas, pb&j, pickles, cookies, ramen, coffee, hot water, electrolyte drink (gatorade or skratch), and more! Personal pizzas at lunchtime on Saturday. Pasta or Taco bar on Sunday.
- Can I set up my own aid station? YES! There's plenty of room to set up a tent and your own aid right along the course.
- Weather Concerns: There is a wonderful barn that we can camp under as needed.
- Access to Vehicle: YES! Your car will be right along the course within view.
Policies
- Alcohol Policy: This isn’t an alcohol free event, but please don’t promote it.
- Dog Policy: No dogs allowed.
- Electricity: YES! There is electricity to charge your devices.
- Shower: No. A hose with potable water is available for cleaning up.
Timing and Starting
- Professional Timing: No. We will mark our own loops and ensure you don’t miss any marking.
- Starting Time: YES! You may start any race at the top of any hour.
- Arrival Time: Please don’t show up before 2:00 PM on Friday.
- Contact: Got more questions? Ask away! I’m here for you!
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