This week on The Back of the Pack Podcast, we head to Buckner, Missouri for one of the most brutal events you’ve probably never heard of — Summer Argo. Calling it a “race” might be generous, since this officially classified “group run” skips the timing mats, aid stations, and course monitors in favor of raw grit and punishing hills. With over 2,200 feet of elevation gain, no closed roads, and a 9:00 a.m. summer start time designed to turn up the heat, this event is less about medals and more about survival. Only 46 runners dared sign up — 44 showed up, and every single one of them finished. In this episode, we break down the challenge, the community, and what it takes to conquer Argo Road when the sun is high and the pavement’s melting. No shade, no shortcuts — just sweat, suffering, and a whole lot of character-building. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to run straight into the fire, this one’s for you.

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