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Rattlesnake Racing 16 Hr Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race

Date
Saturday, May 1, 2027
May 01 Saturday, 2027
Registration open· closes Apr 28, 2027 Register Now

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When and where is Rattlesnake Racing 16 Hr Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race?

Rattlesnake Racing 16 Hr Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race is on Saturday, May 1, 2027 in Haskell, Texas. The first event starts at 4:00 AM local time. Distances: Multisport. Current entry fees run $140 to $175 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Apr 28, 2027.

Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge race guide

The Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge is a Rattlesnake Racing navigation adventure race on a private ranch in Haskell, north of Abilene, on Saturday, May 1, 2027. Teams paddle, trail run, trek and mountain bike between checkpoints they plot from UTM coordinates, in a 16-hour race or an 8-hour version for newer teams.

Venue
Private ranch, Haskell
16-hour
4:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
8-hour
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Disciplines
Paddle, run, trek, MTB
Ranking
Checkpoints, then time
Camping
Free, primitive

Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge FAQ

When and where is the Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge?

Saturday, May 1, 2027, on a private ranch at 545 Loop Road, Haskell. The 16-hour race runs 4 a.m.–8 p.m. and the 8-hour 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration closes April 27, 2027.

How much does the Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge cost?

Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: 16 Hour Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race $175; 8 Hour Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race $140.

What is the Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge?

An adventure race with paddling, trail running, trekking, mountain biking and possible team challenges. Teams navigate by plotting UTM coordinates and are ranked by checkpoints collected, then time.

Is the 8-hour race good for beginners?

The race calls the 8-hour a good first race for new teams, with topo and navigation guard rails in place.

Can you camp at the Rattlesnake adventure race?

Yes, primitive camping on the ranch is free, with no running water or electricity. A pre-race and post-race meal are served.

Race facts checked November 9, 2026 against RunSignup: Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge and Rattlesnake Racing Adventures. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.

Events & distances

EventDistanceStartEntry feeRegistration
16 Hour Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure RaceMultisportMay 1, 2027, 4:00 AM$175.00 until Apr 27, 2027Opens May 17, 2026 · Closes Apr 28, 2027
8 Hour Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure RaceMultisportMay 1, 2027, 8:00 AM$140.00 until Apr 27, 2027Opens May 17, 2026 · Closes Apr 28, 2027

Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.

About Rattlesnake Racing 16 Hr Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge Adventure Race

The 16 hour RRRC is an adventure race on a private ranch in Haskell, TX. Disciplines include paddling, trail running, trekking, mt biking and possible team challenges. The RRRC requires navigation skills and the ability to plot UTM coordinates. The private ranch is a harsh West Texas setting making the course challenging for the best adventure racer but the race is set up to be beginner friendly. You make the course as hard and long as you want to. Race all 16 hours and go for all check points or race for 10 hours and get as many as you can. You are ranked on number of CP's and time. The race site is primitive. There is no running water or electricity. Primitive camping is provided at no cost. A pre race meal and post race meal are served. Race start is 4 am. The 8 Hour RRRC is set up to be a great race for a beginner/new team to try and will be a challenge for experienced teams. The race will be designed with topo and navigation guard rails in place and the ability to learn and test your pace count and navigation skills.

Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.

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