About This Race
Beyond Limits Ultra represents the end of an era in Southern California ultrarunning. After 15 years of hosting family-friendly running events throughout Southern Nevada and California, race directors Stephanie and Ken Rubeli announced that 2025 would mark the final edition of their signature event. The race has built a reputation for its heavily-themed approach and strong community support, raising awareness and funds for nearly a dozen non-profit charities over its lifetime. The event offers a comprehensive range of distances from 50K through 72-hour timed events, making it accessible to runners across the experience spectrum. While the specific course details are not publicly available, the race's location appears to be in the desert regions of Southern California, given the coordinates provided. The multi-day format allows runners to choose their own adventure, whether tackling a single distance or using the longer timed events to push personal boundaries. With over a decade of results spanning 2013 to 2025, Beyond Limits Ultra has served as both an introduction to ultrarunning for newcomers and a testing ground for seasoned veterans. The race's charitable focus and family-friendly atmosphere have distinguished it from more competition-focused events in the region. As the Rubelis transition to focus on their individual health and new adventures, the 2025 edition serves as a farewell to a race that has helped thousands of runners push beyond their perceived limits.
Notable Features
Beyond Limits Ultra stands out for its charitable mission, having raised funds for nearly a dozen non-profits over its 15-year history. The race offers an unusual range of distances from 50K through 72-hour timed events, allowing runners to choose their challenge level. The heavily-themed approach and family-friendly atmosphere have created a distinctive community feel that sets it apart from more competitive ultras in the region.