Post by mars on May 27, 2015 19:19:40 GMT
RACE INFORMATION
First opened to the public in 1971, Toro Park’s 4,756 acres have been a haven for thousands of visitors. With over 20 miles of trails, Spartan Race is finding the most punishing combination of technical terrain and Spartan style obstacles to challenge Spartans of all levels! Be prepared for rolling hills, water, and Monterey mud!
RACE DETAILS
Distance: 8-10 miles
Obstacles: 24-29
Terrain: The course starts and ends on a beautiful lawn in the midst of Monterey’s inland wine country. You will wind your way through dense forest, open plateaus, gnarly single track, ponds, and creeks. The trails are all made of hard packed clay, which can be a dream when dry, but a nightmare when wet.
Avg. Temperature: High 65, Low 50
Avg. rainfall: .2 in.
Elevation: 1,800 ft
Avg. finish time: 2.5 hours
Fastest finish time: 80 minutes
Special gear needed: Racers should plan to bring a headlamp and appropriate fuel for their needs. No fuel will be provided on course, only water. Hydration packs (or water containers of some variety) are strongly suggested for all racers.
Start Times: 7:30am
Waves of 250 athletes will be released every 15 minutes across 3 groups (Elite, Morning, Afternoon).
Racers: If you want to race for a prize, show up for the elite heat.
BUILD A TEAM: STRENGTH COMES IN NUMBERS.
Callout your friends, co-workers and loved ones to get off the couch and into the mud.
Whether they’re helping you over the wall or chasing you up the mountain, make sure they’re with you at the starting line.
Teams can be any size but must have at least 4 members to be included in the team rankings.
TEAM REGISTRATION
Getting all your friends registered and lined up together on race day can be tricky. Avoid any confusion by checking out: 2015: Team Registration and Start Times.
FINISHER RECEIVE
Badass Super Finishers Medal (personalize it with our partner site, iTab)
A trifecta medal wedge piece (run a Sprint and Beast to collect your remaining two pieces!)
Free beer courtesy of Shock Top
Super Finisher t-shirt (your other one should be pretty dirty)
Free Professional Photos (to frame and flaunt)
Bananas at the finish line
Clif Builder's protein bar
Bragging rights
PARKING: AVAILABLE BUT LIMITED. CARPOOLING IS ENCOURAGED.
Let's decrease our carbon emissions. Space is available, but limited.
$10 per car. $20 per van. $50 per bus or RV. Cash only. Pay as you enter.
SPECTATORS: BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. (YOUR BIGGEST FANS)
Bring your friends and family to the race to watch you conquer obstacles, dominate the finish line and receive your medal!
Racers, your fans will motivate you over the wall and past the finish line. You wouldn’t believe how far a cheering section will go when you’re exhausted. Your fans will also enjoy music, raffles, entertainment, and festival challenges.
Most importantly, fans will receive a front row seat to watch racers from a safe, comfortable, and relatively mud-less (no promises) Spartan Race festival ground area! And, when it’s over, they receive muddy hugs from thrilled Spartan athletes. After all, what’s a sport without fans?
Cost: $20 Online until Friday prior to the Event. $25 on site (Cash Only).
As a Spartan Race spectator, you’ll get: $5 Spartan bucks redeemable at the merchandise tent, a festival map, access to view multiple key obstacles on the course, finish line viewing, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds!
For detailed spectator information, please see: The Spartan Race Spectator Guide.
KIDS RACE
Kids can now race against someone their own size, on a course their own size.
$25 online. $30 onsite. Cash only.
To learn more about the kids' races, please see the Kids Race Tab above, or visit: www.spartankids.com
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