Crusty Cap is more than just a race organizer; it’s a love letter to simple, soulful ultrarunning. Based in Salem, Oregon, Crusty Cap hosts minimalist footraces that strip away the frills and return to the essence of what makes trail running special: connection, challenge, and camaraderie. If you're tired of crowded expos, medal piles, and sponsor-laden hype, this is your antidote.

At a Crusty Cap event, don’t expect medals, shirts, or even your favorite aid station snacks. Do expect challenging terrain, real conversations, and a sense of earned satisfaction that comes from doing something hard alongside people who get it. These are the kind of races where the reward is new friends, earned grit, and maybe a really cool hat.

Crusty Cap races are a reminder that running doesn’t need bells and whistles—it just needs passion, purpose, and a little crust.