REVEL Rockies
Evergreen, CO
- Marathon, Half Marathon
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
2024 will be the FINAL YEAR for REVEL Rockies! This incredibly fast and remarkably beautiful downhill road race takes runners from the forests and canyons of the Rocky Mountains to the foothills of Denver, Colorado. Featuring a perfectly smooth downhill slope and spectacular scenery, this race will be sure to … MORE
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Great Race
Revel races are always well run and this one was no exception. It wasn't my best performance by a longshot, but it was still a good race. Scenery, especially after … MORE
Revel races are always well run and this one was no exception. It wasn’t my best performance by a longshot, but it was still a good race. Scenery, especially after mile three or so is great. You actually run through a few small towns, unlike other Revel races that I have done. This was its last year. We will see if they come up with an alternative in the future.
Amazing Race - Sad it was the last
This was my 2nd Revel race (first was Mt. Charleston) and it was amazing! From start to finish - everything was top notch. The only negative thing I could say … MORE
This was my 2nd Revel race (first was Mt. Charleston) and it was amazing! From start to finish – everything was top notch. The only negative thing I could say was the swag was terrible. Revel has so much room for improvement in this area. All their shirts look too touristy – like you could purchase at a souvenir shop. And they are so masculine. I like for my race shirts to say that I ran a race – not that I just visited somewhere. Nevertheless – I would definitely do another Revel race. The communication, logistics, accommodations, transportation is all exceptional.
One of the most scenic course in US
This is a beautiful course in the Colorado Rockies - beware there are some tough rolling hills about the halfway point but you drop into a red rock canyon after … MORE
This is a beautiful course in the Colorado Rockies – beware there are some tough rolling hills about the halfway point but you drop into a red rock canyon after that which gets you to the finish line. They say 2024 was the last year for this course but if it comes back do it!
Fast downhill quad buster
Beautiful, fast course. Be prepared to run faster the first half than the second, and then to not be able to walk for three days after. This is definitely a … MORE
Beautiful, fast course. Be prepared to run faster the first half than the second, and then to not be able to walk for three days after. This is definitely a BQ possible course, but if you’re not from altitude you’ll want to adjust in Denver for a few days to acclimate before race day.
Rough day
Revel does a great job. I just cannot run downhill and then run rollers at my age. I thought I trained well but the rollers on the Evergreen Parkway wiped … MORE
Revel does a great job. I just cannot run downhill and then run rollers at my age. I thought I trained well but the rollers on the Evergreen Parkway wiped me out. The scenery was spectacular. Revel does a great job with their races – this was my third. The SWAG was first rate and the race production was top-notch. Coach Paul really helped me out before the run and I think it would have been worse had I not spoken with him.
The view from the back of the pack
Great event. Great production, scenery, volunteers, everything. I'll be back next year for year #3. The full marathon starts 30 minutes earlier up the mountain. So, as a "back of … MORE
Great event. Great production, scenery, volunteers, everything. I’ll be back next year for year #3. The full marathon starts 30 minutes earlier up the mountain. So, as a “back of the packer”, it’s always nice to finish with others and have the post-race area still hopping.
Great scenery on this downhill
As previous Revel races the downhills are fast, challenging and painful when not able to train on hills. But the scenery of the mountains is always so relaxing while cruising … MORE
As previous Revel races the downhills are fast, challenging and painful when not able to train on hills. But the scenery of the mountains is always so relaxing while cruising at faster pace.
Fun downhill run! Loved the scenery!
Amazing run! Great weather at the top and really well organized! The first 12 miles were FAST and downhill. Watch out for elevation as it really is tough to get … MORE
Amazing run! Great weather at the top and really well organized!
The first 12 miles were FAST and downhill. Watch out for elevation as it really is tough to get your breath.
Mile 12-15ish we’re challenging due to the uphill battle.
The final stretch was through the mountains and quite lovely.
Fast course
Don’t forget / skip leg day!! Your legs will be on fire once you hit evergreen parkway. The last 4-6 miles are definitely challenging cause you don’t have any major … MORE
Don’t forget / skip leg day!! Your legs will be on fire once you hit evergreen parkway. The last 4-6 miles are definitely challenging cause you don’t have any major down hill like the first 11 miles. Just hydrated often and trust the process.
Amzing Rockies Experience
Be ready for some long hills from about miles 13 - 16. I was not (lol). Another race I'll be doing again in 2023. Revel always puts on great events MORE
Be ready for some long hills from about miles 13 – 16. I was not (lol). Another race I’ll be doing again in 2023. Revel always puts on great events
1st Marathon
This was a downhill marathon with plenty of uphill in the middle. The downhill felt great, the uphill was long and more challenging. The slope of some of the turns … MORE
This was a downhill marathon with plenty of uphill in the middle. The downhill felt great, the uphill was long and more challenging. The slope of some of the turns was pretty steep as well, making it hard on the legs. Overall this was a great race with great scenery and a good 1st marathon to run.
Stunning Views Heading Downhill
Beautiful views await you at the start line before your 2 hour long downhill stroll. Course has some minor uphill sections at the halfway point in Evergreen, CO (which can … MORE
Beautiful views await you at the start line before your 2 hour long downhill stroll. Course has some minor uphill sections at the halfway point in Evergreen, CO (which can be tough with the altitude for those that are not acclimated) but otherwise is a quad pounding slope that wears on you after awhile. Lots of great swag provided and RD does a good job of providing lots of amenities and vendors at the expo and finish line. Only thing that stinks is that you have to get up super early to ride a bus to the top of a cold mountain.
Beautiful Downhill Course
Well organized race, pretty views, and great volunteers. Loved that they give you gloves and blankets while you wait for the race to start. Would have been very cold without … MORE
Well organized race, pretty views, and great volunteers. Loved that they give you gloves and blankets while you wait for the race to start. Would have been very cold without them! Did a great job of keeping everything organized from the busses to get you to the start line, local police keeping roads closed (sorry locals) and everyone on route, and the festivities at the end. Would definitely suggest this race for anyone who is looking for something downhill.
Morning runner
This was my fourth time running Revel Rockies. This race is well organized and I’m planning on running it again. Every time I run it, I get closer to BQ. … MORE
This was my fourth time running Revel Rockies. This race is well organized and I’m planning on running it again. Every time I run it, I get closer to BQ. I’m hoping that one day it will happen. Be ready to be on the bus at 3:30 in the morning. So if you are not an early riser, this race is not for you.
A view from the back of the pack
What a great event! The half started in Evergreen, and was a breezy 49 degrees at the start. It QUICKLY warmed up and was approaching 70-75 at the finish. The … MORE
What a great event! The half started in Evergreen, and was a breezy 49 degrees at the start. It QUICKLY warmed up and was approaching 70-75 at the finish. The organization was top notch, the volunteers phenomenal, and the course was safe and beautiful. Will definitely participate again.
Fun down hill scenic tour
Running downhill alongside the creek Great swag- awesome shirts and hat Amazing support along course and at start center with doTERRA, water and nuun stations and potties. Beautiful medal. Tons … MORE
Running downhill alongside the creek
Great swag- awesome shirts and hat
Amazing support along course and at start center with doTERRA, water and nuun stations and potties. Beautiful medal. Tons of post race snacks and village alongside water
Beautiful course & well organized
Having run several other Revel races, this was my first Rockies. While not as downhill as some of the others, the scenery from start to finish makes up for that. … MORE
Having run several other Revel races, this was my first Rockies. While not as downhill as some of the others, the scenery from start to finish makes up for that. Highly recommend.
Beauty by nature
The race is well organized. They give out nice swag. The Expo was a little small. Be sure to arrive on time for buses. The sceneries absolutely beautiful. The second … MORE
The race is well organized. They give out nice swag. The Expo was a little small. Be sure to arrive on time for buses. The sceneries absolutely beautiful. The second half got a little warm. The second half you also ran next to a river or stream. I finished as the finish line was wrapping up. So I didn’t get my free beer unfortunately. But overall I really enjoy the Revel race series
Looking for a Scenery? Look no further!
First, I didn't train as well as I should have. I wouldn't say i'm the runners runner but I definitely completed the course and while it had it's moments, it's … MORE
First, I didn’t train as well as I should have. I wouldn’t say i’m the runners runner but I definitely completed the course and while it had it’s moments, it’s still very doable for even a novice. For most of the run, you’re alongside a creek and it’s simply stunning. Most of what keeps you going here is the weather, scenery and of course the stellar production that Revel puts into it.
Beautiful Downhill Course
One of the best organized, and fun Half marathons with AMAZING views of the Rockies! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a PR or just a great race. MORE
One of the best organized, and fun Half marathons with AMAZING views of the Rockies! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a PR or just a great race.