The Big Chief Tire One Mile Championships are BACK! Presented by PRS Running Club, this iconic race returns for its 12th year, bringing speed, competition, and pure mile magic back to Jacksonville. The Big Chief Mile has a proven legacy of fast times and unforgettable finishes: 2014 crowned a blazing 4:05.2 men’s champion 2015 delivered the fastest women’s mile in event history at 4:53.4 2016 saw absolute chaos up front — the top 5 men separated by less than 5 seconds, while the top 3 women all dipped under 5:03 Now in 2026, we return to the Fishweir Brewing venue with a fast, spectator-friendly course built for bold racing and new records. Flat, quick, and electric — this is a mile designed to fly. To keep racing tight and competitive, the event will feature multiple waves, allowing athletes to select the wave that fits their ability and racing goals. Whether you’re chasing a PR, lining up for your first mile, or just here for the vibes, there’s a place for you. ✨ Any pace. Any ability. Any age. If you love racing, this is your mile. Lace up, line up, and be part of Big Chief history.
Men's Open Division Beach Towels will presented as follows in the Men's Open Division Top 3 Overall Top 3 Masters Top 3 Grandmasters Top 3 Ages 0 to 29 Top 3 Ages 30 to 45 Top 3 Ages 46 Plus Women's Open Division Beach Towels will presented as follows in the Women's Division Top 3 Overall Top 3 Masters Top 3 Grandmasters Top 3 Ages 0 to 29 Top 3 Ages 30 to 45 Top 3 Ages 46 Plus Clydesdale Division Beach Towels will presented as follows in the Clydesdale Division Top 3 Overall Ath
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| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Miles | $35.00 | Dec 5 | Mar 16 |
| $45.00 | Mar 17 | Jun 5 | |
| $50.00 | Jun 6 | Jun 20 |
Day of Race Event Schedule 3:15pm to 15 minutes prior to the start of the race - Packet, Bib, & Chip Pickup 3:15pm to 30 minutes prior to the start of the race - Day of Race Registration 6:45pm At Fishweir Brewery - Awards Ceremony Race Start Times 5:00pm - Men's Open Division & Men's Clydesdale Division 5:20pm - Women's Open Division & Women's Athena Division 5:40pm - Kids Race 6:00pm - Men's Championship Division/Women's Championship Division 6:20pm - Chug R
Participants may pickup their packets at the race during the times listed on the Event Schedule at the event at Fishweir Brewing Company.
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 127 | 7:05 | 4:27 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 17 | 10:11 | 5:32 |
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