Cheese and Sauerkraut 10 miler

Cheese and Sauerkraut 10 miler takes place in Columbia, Missouri on December 12, 2026, starting at 8:30 a.m. The single event is a 10-mile (16.1 km) prediction run, which means you estimate your finish time before you start and the result is measured against that guess rather than against the clock alone. That format changes how you approach the morning: the winner isn't necessarily the fastest runner on the road, but the one who knows their own pace best.

Ten miles is a substantial road distance, sitting between the 10K and the half marathon, and it suits runners who already have a weekly long run in place. For a prediction race, the useful preparation is pacing practice: run a few training efforts at a steady, repeatable rhythm and learn what that feels like without checking your watch every mile. An eight-week build with a long run reaching 10 to 12 miles and one moderate tempo session each week will leave you ready to both finish and predict well.