The Next Loop Endurance Series - New England

What Is The Next Loop? The Next Loop Endurance Series is a loop-based endurance running event designed for every type of runner — from first-time 10K participants to seasoned marathoners, ultra runners, CrossFit, Hyrox, and tactical athletes. You’ll run a 3.1-mile (5K) trail loop, starting a new loop every hour on the hour. After each loop, you decide: Run another loopOr stop — no penalties, no DNFsEvery completed loop counts. ⏱️ How Scoring WorksThis event uses a simple, transparent scoring system that rewards consistency, pacing, and endurance. For each loop: Time starts when the loop beginsTime stops when you cross the finish lineThat loop time is officially recordedYour overall score is calculated by combining the times of every loop you complete. There are: ❌ No penalties for stopping❌ No missed-cutoff failures✅ Only completed loops counted. This allows athletes at every level to compete meaningfully. 👟 Why This Format Works for Everyone New Runners: Run your first 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon without pressureStop when you’re done — your result still countsCompare performance with others completing the same number of loops Marathon & Ultra Runners: Test pacing, fatigue, and recovery across multiple hoursAnalyze loop-by-loop performanceUse results as a benchmark — not just a finish time Hybrid / Functional Athletes - (CrossFit, Hyrox, Tactical Games) Measure recovery between effortsEvaluate consistency under fatigueTest endurance without committing to a fixed distance 🌲 Course & Event Environment Scenic trail-based 5K loopClearly marked courseStart/finish located at a central base areaAid station available each hourFamily- and crew-friendly atmosphere 🏁 How Far Will You Go? Loops Completed/Total Distance 1 Loop = 5K2 Loops = 10K4 Loops = Half Marathon9 Loops = Marathon10 Loops = 50KYou are never locked into a distance. Each loop is a new decision. 🎯 Who Should Register?✔ Runners of all levels✔ Athletes training for longer events✔ Anyone curious how far they can go — one loop at a time✔ Anyone who wants an endurance challenge without failure pressure 🧠 The PhilosophyThis isn’t about speed alone. It’s about discipline, recovery, decision-making, and endurance. Run the loop. Recover. Decide. Repeat. 📸 Results, Rankings & Bragging Rights Official timing for every completed loopResults ranked by loops completed and combined timePost-race data you can analyze, share, and build from Ready to See How Many Loops You’ve Got?👉 Register now and find your next limit — one loop at a time.