Welcome to HOBO Pace

Fully Marked Trail Races For Runners of All Levels, Well Stocked Aid Stations, Friendly & Inclusive With Medals for All Finishers
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Trail running events and coaching, built around real runners

HOBO Pace is built by runners, for runners.We host friendly, low-key trail events and provide coaching focused on consistency, progress, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.

No hype. No shortcuts. Just runnable courses, clear organisation, and coaching that focuses on doing the basics properly.

Events

Robin Hood 100

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Why Run With Us

Why HOBO Pace

Fully Marked Routes

Tape, arrows and marshals. No navigation stress — just run.

All Abilities Welcome

First ultra or experienced runner — everyone belongs here.

Well-Stocked Aid Stations

Hot food, drinks and friendly faces when you need them.

Community Spirit

Low-key, encouraging events. No ego, just trail love.

Upcoming events

Dukeries 30–40
Dukeries 30–40

May 9, 2026

Trail Ultra

Opens 6:00am, closes 7:15am (10.5hr cutoff)

Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Ticket
£46/£53

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Robin Hood 100
Robin Hood 100

September 12, 2026

Ultra Trail (100 Miles)

Early Morning (30hr cutoff)

South Wheatley, Nottinghamshire (Sherwood Forest)

Ticket
£164

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Downloads

Event Resources

Event Rules PDF Runner Instructions PDF Route Map PDF

Our Principles

Trail First

We prioritise beautiful trails, simple logistics, and thoughtful organisation so the running experience always comes first.

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Health and Wellness

Regular running with us promotes better physical and mental health, helping you reduce stress.

Quietly Professional​

Small fields, calm atmospheres, and well-run checkpoints create confidence, safety, and space for runners to focus on moving forward.

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Expert Coaching

We help set and achieve running goals, whether it's completing a 5K, running a marathon.

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Welcoming Ultras​

Our events are designed to support first-time and stepping-up ultra runners with clear marking, mild terrain, and dependable support.

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Community Over Ego​

No bravado or hype - just encouragement, mutual respect, and an inclusive environment where every runner belongs.

ULTRA RUNNING COACHING

Online coaching for runners who want to go further

I've been a full-time ultra running coach since 2014, working with hundreds of runners from beginners to seasoned ultra veterans. You'll receive a customised, progressive training programme delivered through TrainingPeaks, with unlimited email and message support.

£100
One-off Setup Fee
£75
Per Month
Contact Ronnie
Ready to run with intent, not hype?

Let’s talk about your goals and whether coaching or an event is the right next step.

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What our clients say

Testimonials

Ronnie’s coaching helped me stay consistent and healthy while training for my first 100 miler.The plan was realistic, adaptable, and built around my life — not just the race.

Mark H., Ultra Runner

HOBO Pace events are simple, well organised, and properly marked.No distractions, no chaos — just a course you can trust and focus on running.

Sarah L., HOBO Pace finisher

Thank you to you and your brilliant team/marshalls for putting on a thoroughly enjoyable event. The course was even more beautiful than I expected and really well marked. So much more enjoyable and less harsh on the body than pounding tarmac for 26.2 miles. The food and drink stations were a real treat and new experience because not done an ultra before.

Jason — Waterway 30

Many thanks to you and everyone who helped out on the Dukeries event. I entered the 30 hoping to break 7hrs 30mins and nearly broke 7hrs (failed by 3mins!!). Everyone was so friendly and supportive: I'm a jogger and walker rather than a runner, but everyone helped me along. I didn't enter the 40 as I was worried that I would not be able to beat the cut-off time; but I now know that I'll be entering the 40 next year!! Once again many thanks for such a great day.

Marcus — Dukeries 30

Thanks Ronnie, for a totally awesome ultra on Saturday. It was my first ultra, and will always hold a special place in my heart because of it. It was both incredibly hard and wonderfully amazing, and I can't wait to do my next one. I'll also definitely be signing up to do the Dukeries ultra next year.

Alan — Dukeries 40

Thank you for prompt results and a great morning, really enjoyed it. Friendly and inclusive, I rarely compete due to work and life commitments. Will definitely be looking for Hobo Paces again next winter when I have a little more time. I like the look of the Waterway 30 event next March. Thanks so much, never thought that at 55 I would ‘get into’ racing!!

Sarah — Wheatley Winter 10

Let’s talk about your goals and the right next step.

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