Cowboy YETI - TX

Cowboy YETI - TX is a trail event in Bastrop, Texas, on January 16, 2027, organized by Texas Outlaw Running. The lineup includes a 100K (62 miles) and a 60K (37 miles) starting at 8:00 a.m., a 40K (25 miles) and a 20K (12.4 miles) starting at 8:30 a.m., and a 7K (4.3 miles) at 9:00 a.m. There is also a 20K ruck division at 8:30 a.m. for those who prefer to hike with a weighted pack.

The staggered format means you can find a distance that matches your fitness, from a short trail outing to a full 100K. The 40K is close to a marathon and suits runners making the jump from road to trail, while the 60K is a sensible first ultra beyond the 50K standard. If you are aiming for the 100K, plan a 16- to 20-week build with back-to-back weekend long runs and rehearsed fueling; for the 60K, a 12- to 16-week program peaking around 22 to 25 miles is enough. Ruckers should train with the loaded pack for several weeks to toughen shoulders and hips before race day.