Event Description

🏁 Bend Beast Hybrid Fitness Race
The Bend Beast Hybrid Fitness Race is a destination-style hybrid event combining approximately 10K of trail running with functional fitness challenges in one of the most iconic landscapes in the Southwest — Horseshoe Bend.

Athletes will move through scenic desert trails while tackling strength and endurance stations along the course. This race is designed to test grit, stamina, and mental toughness — not just speed.

🔥 What to Expect
• ~10K of trail running through stunning desert scenery
• 8 functional fitness stations
– Sandbag Lunges
– Farmer Carry
– Sled Push
– Row Erg
– Sled Pull
– Ski Erg
– Burpees
– Wall Balls (Finish Line)
• A challenging but approachable course
• A high-energy race atmosphere
• A destination race worth traveling for
• 🏆 Prizes awarded to the top 3 finishers in each division

👥 Team Format

• Athletes compete in teams of two
• Teams must register under the same team name
• Teammates will run the course together
• At each station, teams may:
– Choose who completes each movement
– Split work requirements between partners

🏋️ Who This Race Is For
• Functional fitness and CrossFit-style athletes
• Trail runners looking for a new challenge
• OCR and hybrid race competitors
• Anyone ready to test themselves

No experience required — just grit.

🏆 Divisions
• Elite – Competitive athletes looking to race at the highest level
• Open – For athletes seeking a challenging but accessible race experience
• Team – Teams of two completing the course together
• Age Group – Individual divisions based on age brackets

(Division standards, weights, and age brackets will be released by June 30th.)

📍 Location
Horseshoe Bend Area
Page, Arizona

🎟️ Registration
• Limited field size
• Special pricing for the first 50 athletes end 2/13
• Registration link in the event page

📅 Event Info
📆 Date: 09/19/2026
🕘 Start Time: 7:00 AM

⚠️ Important Notes
• Outdoor endurance event
• Athletes must be able to run and complete functional movements
• Final course and station details will be sent to registered athletes