TOUGH SHEEP

Race Overview: A race coming up on 2027-01-23 in Reno, NV. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-01-29

Race Overview:

TOUGH SHEEP 2026 Overview

Two Major Events – January 23–24, 2026

  • TOUGH SHEEP Hunt Giveaway Workout
    • Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
    • Cap: 510 participants
    • 30 Person Waves 
      • Pick your wave based on start time!
      • !WAVE SPONSORS coming soon!
        • You will have the opportunity to be part of your favorite brand's wave!
        • Brands can offer exclusive benefits to the members of their wave.
    • Focus: Completion over competition. Designed to simulate the physical & mental demands of a sheep hunt.
    • Reward:

      Finish and get entered to win a 10-day Dall's Sheep Hunt in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (with Riley Pitts – Big Game Backcountry Guides)

      • Hunt window: August 10–September 20, 2026
    • Best odds on earth to win a sheep hunt
    • Must complete the workout to be entered
    • Winner drawn at ~2pm, January 23, 2026
      • Must be present to win (exhibitors and ladies luncheon exceptions)
      • The winner is responsible for their own travel, supplies & gratuity
      • Drawing delayed to accommodate Ladies Luncheon attendees (wraps at 1:30pm, drawing at 2pm)
      • Additional raffle prizes for workout finishers
  • TOUGH SHEEP Pro Competition Workout
    • Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
    • Cap: Unlimited
    • Focus: Competitive, elite fitness
    • Reward:
      • Top Male & Female each win:

        $2500 cash or $3000 floor credit

    • Strictly judged and timed event
    • Inspired by HYROX, tailored for the backcountry athlete
      • Includes elite CrossFitters, MTNTOUGHers, influencers, and serious competitors
    • Winners crowned ~2pm, January 24
      • Must be present to win
      • Additional prizes for top finishers

Impact & Purpose:

2025 raised $50,000 for the Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF)
2026 goal: Raise even more for wild sheep conservation

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