September 12-13, 2025
Road Reach the Beach Team Races
Lancaster, NH to Hampton Beach, NH
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About the event
From the mountains to the beach, there's nothing quite like New England in the fall
If you've ever wanted to run through a postcard, this is your chance. Join us at the oldest relay on the East Coast!

The ultimate road trip throgh some of New Englands most charming towns

Run through iconic landscapes in the White Mountains like Franconia Notch

Take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean after your team finishes at Hampton Beach

Teams & pricing
Run as a team
Select what team type is best for you and your crew:

Standard Team

12 runners

2 days, 1 night

$2,055*

Ultra Team

6 runners

2 days, 1 night

$1,285*

Sprint Team

6 runners

1 day

$755*

Sprint Ultra

3 runners

1 day

$410*

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

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The course
Lancaster to Hampton Beach
It's New England in September - the leaves are starting to change and runners will experience diverse landscapes from start to finish. You and your team will run through the White Mountains, past Lake Winnipesaukee and through charming towns until you reach Hampton Beach.
Total Miles
204
Average Miles Per Runner
10-23
Elevation Gain
Moderately Difficult
Views
Forests, rivers, and mountains
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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. Get ready for an epic finish line party at Hampton Beach.
Exchange 6
Bretton Woods Ski Area
Exchange 24
Tent City
Finish Line
Hampton Beach
Stunning Views
Lake Winnipesaukee
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What's included
Each team comes with...
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Partner Samples
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Captain's Gift
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Team Medals
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Team Finisher Shirts
Additional information
Location
  • Start Line: Lancaster Fairgrounds, 516 Main St Lancaster, NH 03584
  • Finish Line: Hampton Beach State Park, NH-1A Hampton, NH 03842
  • Closest Airports: Boston Logan Airport (3 hours from start line, 1 hour from finish line), Manchester Boston Regional Airport (2 hours from start line, 45 minutes from finish line)
Amenities
  • Many community groups have been involved for more than 20 years!
  • Houses along the course will set up aid stations with snacks, drinks, and supportive signs!
  • Beach Front Finish
  • Complimentary Big Pig BBQ At Finish Line
  • Beer Garden
  • 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.
Weather
  • The perfect Fall running weather!
  • Comfortable temperatures ranging from 65°F-78°F
  • Temps will rarely fall below 60°F at night
Get ready
Runner order & distances
Standard Teams - Each runner runs 3 legs. Ultra Teams - Each runner runs 6 legs. Sprint Teams run legs 25-36.

1st Leg

2nd Leg

3rd Leg

Runner 1 17.3mi

Leg #1 3.7mi

Leg #13 7.7mi

Leg #25 5.9mi

Runner 2 22.4mi

Leg #2 5.9mi

Leg #14 11.6mi

Hard

Leg #26 4.9mi

Runner 3 17.7mi

Leg #3 2.9mi

Leg #15 6.2mi

Leg #27 8.6mi

Hard

Runner 4 21.5mi

Leg #4 8.2mi

Hard

Leg #16 7.6mi

Leg #28 5.7mi

Runner 5 18.5mi

Leg #5 5.4mi

Leg #17 9.0mi

Hard

Leg #29 4.1mi

Runner 6 11.6mi

Leg #6 2.9mi

Leg #18 5.6mi

Leg #30 3.1mi

Runner 7 10.6mi

Leg #7 1.8mi

Leg #19 6.3mi

Leg #31 2.5mi

Runner 8 16.0mi

Leg #8 5.1mi

Leg #20 4.2mi

Leg #32 6.7mi

Runner 9 12.4mi

Leg #9 2.4mi

Leg #21 5.9mi

Leg #33 4.1mi

Runner 10 23.0mi

Leg #10 10.0mi

Leg #22 8.9mi

Leg #34 4.1mi

Runner 11 20.1mi

Leg #11 8.7mi

Leg #23 8.0mi

Leg #35 3.4mi

Runner 12 13.5mi

Leg #12 5.0mi

Leg #24 4.4mi

Leg #36 4.1mi

1st & 4th Legs

2nd & 5th Legs

3rd & 6th Legs

Runner 1 27.9mi

  • Leg #1 3.7mi
  • Leg #7 1.8mi
  • Leg #13 7.7mi
  • Leg #19 6.3mi
  • Leg #25 5.9mi
  • Leg #31 2.5mi

Runner 2 38.4mi

  • Leg #2 5.9mi
  • Leg #8 5.1mi
  • Leg #14 11.6mi
  • Leg #20 4.2mi
  • Leg #26 4.9mi
  • Leg #32 6.7mi

Runner 3 30.1mi

  • Leg #3 2.9mi
  • Leg #9 2.4mi
  • Leg #15 6.2mi
  • Leg #21 5.9mi
  • Leg #27 8.6mi
  • Leg #33 4.1mi

Runner 4 44.5mi

  • Leg #4 8.2mi
  • Leg #10 10.0mi
  • Leg #16 7.6mi
  • Leg #2 8.9mi
  • Leg #28 5.7mi
  • Leg #34 4.1mi

Runner 5 38.6mi

  • Leg #5 5.4mi
  • Leg #11 8.7mi
  • Leg #17 9.0mi
  • Leg #23 8.0mi
  • Leg #29 4.1mi
  • Leg #35 3.4mi

Runner 6 25.1mi

  • Leg #6 2.9mi
  • Leg #12 5.0mi
  • Leg #18 5.6mi
  • Leg #24 4.4mi
  • Leg #30 3.1mi
  • Leg #36 4.1mi

Important dates

Additional details in the Runner Packet

Change Team Name/Paces/Shirt Size

August 10, 2025

Start Times

Posted

August 15, 2025

Volunteer Shifts

Open

August 15, 2025

Close

September 5, 2025

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