There was a time when young men would leave the comfort of their childhood home

and step into a wilder place. 

In that liminal space he would experience a rite of passage—maybe in the presence of men, maybe alone— where he would face the unknown beyond the familiar glow of the campfire.


Through facing the fear of the unknown,
he would come to know both himself and what it meant to be a man.

The return home marked a transition from boyhood to manhood.
Unfortunately, this way of transitioning from boyhood to manhood has gotten lost.

We exist to bring it back.

At Unrationed, we believe in the unlimited potential of each individual, the kind of potential that remains untapped without the right challenge, the right environment, and the right tribe. Our unique blend of mastermind-style cohort groups and formidable physical challenges creates a crucible for transformation.

You'll not only be inspired to push boundaries in your personal life but also face professional, relational, and physical boundaries head-on.

The Roots of Unrationed

OUR VALUES

  • We invest in the success of our brothers. This means actively supporting and engaging with one another's progress and well-being. When one thrives, we all do.

  • We find and keep the middle ground rather than being pulled to extremes. It's about openness, being present, and exploring ideas without rigidly adhering to any one viewpoint. We can learn from all.

  • We believe that work is love made visible. That includes work that demands things from our body to provide for our families. We live in a post-industrial world, but we’re built for hard work.

  • Growth happens beyond the thresholds of our comfort zones. We embrace challenges and choose to explore uncharted territory. When we return home, it’s with maps that have gotten bigger.

  • We engage in meaningful and substantive conversations that delve into deeper topics rather than surface-level small talk.

Our mission:

To nurture an environment where entrepreneurial, driven men can support, inspire, and challenge each other.

We aim to facilitate extraordinary growth at work, at home, and at play - to create a ripple effect of impact that extends beyond our cohorts and into our communities.

PAST UNRATIONED EVENTS

  • MT. HURON

    A 2-day, 40 mile trek through the wilderness that included a 14k ft. peak and an alpine swim.

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  • RING THE SPRINGS

    Ultra-marathon in CO Springs.
    Each of the 6 men involved ran the hardest races of their lives, ranging from 25k to 100 miles.

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  • UNRATIONED: Elevate

    12 guys & 480 miles in 48 hrs. was the goal.

    668 miles in 48hrs. was the collective outcome.

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The Guys Pulling the Levers

  • EVAN CHASTEEN

    CO-FOUNDER, UNRATIONED

    I’m obsessed with thresholds and running has become key to their exploration.

    Notable Event History:

    - UNRATIONED: Mt. Huron (Sept. 2022)
    - UNRATIONED: Ring the Springs 50k (Jun. 2023)
    - UNRATIONED: Elevate (Nov. 2023)
    - Atlanta Marathon (Feb. 2023 & Feb 2024)
    - Fargo Marathon (June 2024)
    - Malibu Canyon 50k (June 2024)
    - Cloudland Canyon 50k (December 2025)

  • JOSH ARANDA

    CO-FOUNDER and CEO - Mission Matters Group

    I’m always looking for new ways to challenge myself, often in the mountains.

    Notable Event History

    • UNRATIONED: Mt. Huron (Sept. 2022)

    • UNRATIONED: Ring the Springs 100-miler (June 2023)

    • UNRATIONED: Elevate (Nov. 2023)

    • 10+ Ultra-marathons dating back to 2012

    • UNRATIONED: Wildwood (coming soon)

  • TONY ALBRECHT

    FOUNDER - CONTENDER

    I run because it’s cheaper than therapy. Though I definitely need more therapy.

    Notable Event History

    • UNRATIONED: Mt. Huron (Sept. 2022)

    • UNRATIONED: Ring the Springs 100k (June 2023)

    • UNRATIONED: Elevate (Nov. 2023)

    • 7 ultramarathons

    • Walked the 500-mile el Camino de Santiago across Spain twice

    • UNRATIONED: Wildwood (coming soon)