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Race Day Details
PARTICIPANT GUIDE coming soon! LOCATION: Camp Manatoc, 1075 Truxell Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264. START TIME: 8:00 AM.
Fools 2027
- Date
- Saturday, May 29, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Peninsula, Ohio
- Entry fee
- From $40 · goes up to $45 on May 19, 2027
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fools 10k | 10K | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $40$45 after May 19, 2027 | – |
| Fools 8 Hour | Ultra | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $85$95 after Apr 29, 2027 | – |
| Fools Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $70$80 after Apr 29, 2027 | – |
| Fools Marathon | Marathon | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $85$95 after Apr 29, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Fools 10k: $40 until May 18, then $45 until May 29.
- Fools 8 Hour and Fools Marathon: $85 until Apr 28, then $95 until May 18, then $100 until May 29.
- Fools Half Marathon: $70 until Apr 28, then $80 until May 18, then $85 until May 29.
Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $85, entry is about the same as a typical marathon in Ohio ($92.50).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Ohio runs 6:03:53, about 13:53 a mile, based on 10 races with published results. Women typically finish in 6:20:06 and men in 5:55:06.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:57 AM, and the Fools 10k starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 720 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1075 Truxell Road, Peninsula, OH 44264
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (5 years)Fools 10k
67
finishers
1:25:34
median (13:46 /mi)
44:57
winning time
49% / 51%
women / men
Fools 8 Hour
51
finishers
7:27:49
median (7:28 /mi)
1:59:00
winning time
33% / 67%
women / men
Fools Half Marathon
48
finishers
2:37:52
median (12:03 /mi)
1:38:16
winning time
43% / 57%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Western Reserve Racing) for Fools. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Fools?
At the 2026 Fools 10k, the fastest tenth finished in 1:03:17 or better, the top quarter in 1:11:07, and half the field in 1:25:34; the last tenth came in after 2:35:18.
At the 2026 Fools 8 Hour, the fastest tenth finished in 3:21:32 or better, the top quarter in 4:39:05, and half the field in 7:27:49; the last tenth came in after 7:50:32.
At the 2026 Fools Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:54:13 or better, the top quarter in 2:12:29, and half the field in 2:37:52; the last tenth came in after 3:59:50.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 30-39 | 1:52:50 | 1:05:10 |
| 40-49 | 1:26:08 | 1:11:08 |
| 50-59 | 1:29:36 | 1:06:36 |
| 60-69 | 1:32:12 | 1:17:53 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
About the same size since 2022.
204
2022
215
2023
173
2024
175
2025
196
2026
All events combined, from official results.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Ohio trail 10Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 1:11:07, against 1:06:23 in a typical Ohio trail 10K, so times here run 7 percent slower.
- 50K: Slower than most Ohio trail 50Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2023 50K field finished under 6:37:15, against 6:15:17 in a typical Ohio trail 50K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 29 the day usually runs from 53°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 27% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 86°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Fools cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Course
Other than a road crossing or two, the course is 100% trails – from wide open trail to twisting and turning single track, and some challenging hills of course! Fools Cours Maps coming soon.
Shirt and medal
Swag
Triblend Tee and Finisher Medal.
Awards
Endurance Athletes of the Year
Participate in 4 events to qualify and have a chance to be an Ohio Endurance Athlete of the Year. Qualifiers receive a trading card with your photo and Ohio Endurance Series race stats. Series awards given for the Top 5 Overall, Top 1…
Awards
Awards
Awards for each event: Top 3 Overall Male and Female. Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over.
Rules and FAQ
Refer Your Friends
For every participant you refer, you will receive a $5 refund up to the cost of your registration fee (minimum 3 referrals to receive a refund). After your registration is complete, you will be prompted to share your unique referral code…
Race details
- Where
- 1075 Truxell Road, Peninsula, OH 44264Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 720 feet
- Included with entry
- Giveaway
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
- Editions
- 2027 (May 29, 2027), 2026 (May 23, 2026), 2025 (May 24, 2025), 2024 (May 25, 2024), 2023 (Apr 8, 2023), 2022 (Apr 16, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Fools?
- Saturday, May 29, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on May 19, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Ohio?
- At $85, entry is about the same as a typical marathon in Ohio ($92.50).
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 67 runners finished the Fools 10k; the median finish was 1:25:34 and the winner ran 44:57.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 1:11:07, against 1:06:23 in a typical Ohio trail 10K, so times here run 7 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 1075 Truxell Road, Peninsula, OH 44264.
From the organizers
Trailblazers and fun-chasers, grab your sneakers and head to Camp Manatoc! With a 10k, half marathon, marathon, and 8-hour format (5k loop course), Fools is your ticket to ultra-ready prep or a wild day with your trail posse. Fools is your ultimate training ground for longer races like the Burning River Endurance Runs & Relay.
Practice Smart: Try different fuel, hydration, gear, and pacing strategies.
Fully stocked aid station plus you can set up your own 10x10 area to handle any of your own needs.
Build Confidence: Get ready to crush your next big race in a low-pressure setting!