Blood, Sweat & Beers
Race #2 of the Trail Challenge
Venture to Auburn, CA for the second race in our series. Blood, Sweat & Beers doesn’t disappoint. It’s got spectacular single-track trails and Gold Rush era canals that now deliver water to area residents. Situated in the American River Canyon with a birds-eye view of the American River below. You’ll be introduced to the punishing hills of Cardiac and Last Gasp. To mix it up we’ve thrown in some paved sections too.
Race Info
Race Date: July 26, 2026
Start/Finish Location: Railhead Park 175 Pacific Ave., Auburn CA
Race Distances
Long Course (10.5 miles); Short Course (5.9 miles)
Parking
Parking is first-come, first-served at Railhead Park. Carpooling is encouraged.
Swag
- We have a custom finisher medal for everyone that crosses the finish line.
- A Blood, Sweat & Beers tech tee (gender specific sizing)
- Celebrate your finish at the post-race BBQ.
- A complimentary beer after you finish (must be 21 or older) Non-alcoholic beverages
also available. - Free race day photos.
Packet Pick-Up
(friends may pick up your packet for you)
July 25- Fleet Feet, 2311 J Street, Sacramento, CA 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Race Day Packet Pick-Up (Sunday, July 26)
6:15 am packet pick-up opens at Railhead Park, Auburn CA
There is no registration at packet pickup on race day.
Start Details
7:30 am- Long Course Start
7:55 am-Short Course Start
Aid Stations
All Blood, Sweat & Beers aid stations are managed by great volunteers. They will help you refill your bottles and get you back quickly onto the trail. Our aid stations are well stocked with Tailwind, water, and a mix of salty and sweet snacks.
- Mile 2.5
- Mile 3.8 (Last Gasp)
- Mile 5.2 (Long Course runners must reach this aid station by 9:40 am. Runners that miss the cut-off will be directed to the turn for the Short Course.)
- Mile 6.75 (Long Course runners only)
- You should carry your own gels.
Awards
Overall Awards-Special overall awards will be given to the Overall Male and OverallFemale winners of both the Long and Short Course races. Any age group awards that haven’t been claimed can be picked up at Fleet Feet (2311 J St., Sacramento)
LONG COURSE: Awards to the top three male and female finishers in each age division: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-over, and the top 3 non-binary participants.
SHORT COURSE: Awards to the top three male and female finishers in each age division: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-over, and the top 3 non-binary participants.
2026 RunSac Race Series
Blood, Sweat & Beers is part of the 2026 RunSac Race Series, a collection of Sacramento’s premier running events that celebrates everything that makes our local running community one of the best in America—professionally produced races, scenic and iconic courses, and a passionate, welcoming community of runners.
All participants are invited to take part in the FREE Milestone Program, where you can track your miles across the series and earn rewards along the way. Performance-focused athletes can also opt into the Competitive Division, a Grand Prix–style competition featuring age-group awards and the opportunity to test yourself against Sacramento’s top runners while competing for a share of $12,000 in prize money. Click here to learn more and sign up.
Cancellation Policy
Per the running industry policy, all entry fees are non-refundable & entries are non-transferable. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate, you may not give or sell your number to anyone else, and you may not transfer your 2026 entry fee to a future race. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether you are injured, have anunexpected family/business emergency, have a medical emergency, etc. If the course has to be changed or the race is cancelled due to an act of nature thereare no refunds or rollovers. There are NO exceptions.
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Sponsors
Fleet Feet Sacramento
2311 J Street • Sacramento, CA 95816
Fleet Feet Davis
615 2nd Street • Davis, CA 95616
Fleet Feet Elk Grove
7460 Elk Grove Blvd., Suite 120 • Elk Grove, CA 95758
sacramentoraceinfo@fleetfeet.com