Ragnar Road Bourbon Chase

About the event

Join us for a unique running experience though beautiful Kentucky and experience the best bourbon distilleries along the way!

Experience the thrill of a 200ish-mile adventure through the heart of the bluegrass state!

The ultimate road trip

Stop at distilleries along the way

Run alongside hills and horses

Teams & pricing

Run as a team

Select what team type is best for you and your crew:

All runners must be 21 or older on the day of the race. Price increase coming Jan 9, purchase now to avoid higher costs.

Standard Team

12 runners

2 days, 1 night

$1,850*

$154/runner

Ultra Team

6 runners

2 days, 1 night

$1,100*

$183/runner

Sprint Team

6 runners

1 day

$650*

$108/runner

*Prices above are inclusive of ALL registration fees. No surprises at the end of your registration.

**Register before prices increase! Price increases indicated are for Standard Team only, other team types vary.

THE COURSE - Subject to change

Clermont to Lexington

Run through the rolling Bluegrass hills of Kentucky with some of the best exchange parties! Expect pop-up tastings along the course as you savor the spirit of Kentucky and discover new bourbons on the run. Our team always works hard to bring many distilleries to our race. *Please note the course route is subject to change as more are added! SPRINT TEAMS: Start at Exchange 24 on Saturday and run relay style to the finish alongside Standard teams.

Total Miles

206

Average Miles Per Runner

17.2

Elevation Gain

Rolling Hills

Views

Countryside

Leg details

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Major Exchange and Finish Line Happenings

Major exchanges are where Van 1 and Van 2 are reunited. Expect sweet happenings and a festival like atmosphere fueled with partner product, demo experiences and more. Celebrate your victory with music, dancing, and bourbon sampling at the after party hosted by Town Branch Bourbon!

Start Line

Jim Beam Distillery

Exchange 12

Town of Danville

Exchange 6

Makers Mark Distillery

Finish Line

Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company

Race weekend guide

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What's included

Each team comes with...

Partner Samples

Captain's Gift

Team Medals

Team Finisher Shirts

Additional information

Location

Start Line: Jim Beam Distilling Company - 568 Happy Hollow Rd, Clermont, KY 40110
Finish Line: Lexington Brewing and Distilling – 401 Cross St, Lexington, KY 40508
Sprint Start Line: Exchange 24, Anderson High School

Amenities

Start at a distillery and end at a distillery
Exchanges passing through others along the way
Finish Line bourbon tastings and party
Pre-race dinner tickets
Post-race Brunch tickets
Food trucks

Weather

Mild temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to low 70s°F
Perfect weather for fall festivities and outdoor adventures

Get ready

Bourbon Sampling at Finish Line

Yellowstone / Limestone Branch
M.B. Roland
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company (tour available)
Makers Mark
Blue Grass Distillers
Jim Beam
BarrelHouse Distillery
Hartfield and Company
Wild Turkey

Discounts

Save up to 60% on hotel stays for your next race with exclusive discounts through Hotel Engine!
Get savings on rental cars and rental vans at Avis and Budget with exclusive discounts for Ragnar.

Distilleries along the course:

Jim Beam Distillery
Free spiked coffee with Jim Beam bourbon! Stop by the gift shop for samplings, exclusive picks & limited bottles to grab!
Heaven Hill
Sample exclusive picks & bottles at the gift shop! Grab something special and enjoy a selection of unique, hand-picked spirits.
Maker's Mark
Party at Exchange 6! DJ announcer, partner tents, gear store, and tons of fun await! Let’s make this the ultimate hangout!
Yellowstone / Limestone Branch
Enjoy live music & exciting tours! Come explore the vibe and soak in the entertainment all while enjoying amazing drinks!
Wilderness Trail
Sample exclusive picks & bottles at the gift shop! Don’t miss out on limited editions and perfect gifts for yourself!
Bluegrass Distillery at Elkwood Farms
Live entertainment, food trucks, yard games, bourbon samplings & tours while you wait for your Ragnar Leg! Runners get a mini-bottle + medal!
Equus Run Vineyard and Saddlestone Distillery
First-ever winery on course! Enjoy food trucks, live music, scenic views, and a cold creek to soak your feet while tasting wine, brandy & spirits!
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company
Finish Line Party! Celebrate with music, food trucks, bourbon samples, and the excitement of the race all coming together for an epic finale!