Missouri · 8K
Great Sandbagger 8K
Great Sandbagger 8K is a 8K event held in McBaine, Missouri. It was last held on August 1, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- McBaine, MO
Race details
- Last held
- August 1, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- McBaine, Missouri
- Distances
- 8K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 7:00 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Out-and-back course; Trail surface; USATF certified
About the Great Sandbagger 8K
Join us for one of the most fun and unpredictable races of the year—the Sandbagger 8K! 📍 Location: McBaine Katy Trailhead – Mile Marker 169.5 📏 Distance: Certified 8K (out-and-back) – MO21022MU 🗺 Course Map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6170949250/ How it works: Before the race, you’ll predict your finishing time. Runners start in staggered order based on those predictions. In theory, everyone finishes together—but this race tends to attract some very good liars …
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Great Sandbagger 8K: common questions
- When is the Great Sandbagger 8K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Great Sandbagger 8K held?
- In McBaine, Missouri.
- What distances does the Great Sandbagger 8K offer?
- 8K.
- How do I register for the Great Sandbagger 8K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Great Sandbagger 8K?
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed. $10 (from runsignup.com, checked October 19, 2026).
- What time does the Great Sandbagger 8K start?
- 7:00 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Great Sandbagger 8K?
- Out-and-back course; Trail surface; USATF certified.
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