Utah Runner Completes Austin Marathon in Jeans

Truett Hanes finished the race in 2:36:56, placing first in his age group, while wearing full-length blue jeans.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Truett Hanes, a runner from Utah who is aiming to qualify for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Team Trials, completed the Austin Marathon on Sunday in 2:36:56 while wearing a pair of full-length blue jeans. This was not the first time Hanes has run a marathon in jeans, as he has done so several times before to raise money for The Miracle Foundation, a nonprofit that helps orphaned and foster children.

Why it matters

Hanes' unusual marathon attire has drawn attention to his efforts to qualify for the Olympic trials, as well as his charitable work. Running a marathon in jeans is an uncommon feat that highlights Hanes' dedication and determination as an athlete.

The details

Hanes, who is the son of ultra-athlete Cam Hanes, currently holds the world record for most pull-ups completed in 24 hours at 10,001. He will need to run a marathon in 2:16:00 or faster by January 25, 2028, to qualify for the Olympic trials. Despite the windy conditions and hilly course in Austin, Hanes finished the marathon with a 6-minute mile average, placing first in his age group.

  • Truett Hanes completed the Austin Marathon on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
  • Hanes will need to run a marathon in 2:16:00 or faster by January 25, 2028, to qualify for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Team Trials.

The players

Truett Hanes

A runner from Utah who is currently vying to qualify for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Team Trials.

Cam Hanes

Truett Hanes' father, who is an ultra-athlete.

The Perfect Jean

A company that produces the jeans Truett Hanes wears while running marathons, and runs a promotion where a portion of sales using Hanes' code is donated to The Miracle Foundation.

The Miracle Foundation

A nonprofit organization that helps orphaned and foster children, which Truett Hanes has raised $40,000 for through his marathon runs in jeans.

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What they’re saying

“Austin was a kick to the butt, I'll say that, but that's what running marathons is all about. It was windy, the hills, and it was just a challenge. But that's why you sign up for a marathon, you want to see what you're made of.”

— Truett Hanes (Austin Fit magazine)

“Honestly, it just started as fun, but now it's turned into something where we can raise money for MS.”

— Truett Hanes (Video made with The Perfect Jeans)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Truett Hanes' unusual marathon attire and impressive performance highlight his dedication to both his athletic goals and charitable work, inspiring others to push the boundaries of what's possible in pursuit of their dreams.