The Hamsterwheel - New Boston, NH

The Hamsterwheel in New Boston, NH, is a unique ultrarunning event featuring 6, 12, 24, and 30-hour races, including relay options. The course is a scenic, largely flat 4-mile loop starting near the Hillsborough County Fairground, running along the New Boston Rail Trail by the Piscataquog River to Lang's Station turnaround, then circling the fairgrounds on a gravel service road. The event offers a fun, supportive atmosphere with costume-wearing teams, themed aid stations, and continuous loop tracking via chipped bibs.

Runners can earn special belt buckles for completing 100 miles solo or with a team. Amenities include a central aid station with varied food and drink options, and pacers are allowed after dark for longer races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.