Ridge Runner
Join us on 09/04/2024
(race date estimated)Ridge Runner Race Description
The Ridge Runner is an individual rucksack race and each event will host at least 2 competitive distances at each location. Age based waves and awards for the top finishers in each age group for both M/F as well as awards for the fastest M/F overall.
Competitive Distance Options (will vary from location to location)
- 6 miles
- 8 miles
- 12 miles
- 24 miles
Competitive Age Groups
- 14 - 19
- 20 - 29
- 30 - 39
- 40 - 49
- 50 - 59
- 60+
Mandatory Gear List
All participants will arrive with their own ruck sack w/predesignated weight. All other items such as camelbacks, food, nutritional supplements, etc., are optional. There will be water stations throughout each course.
All rucks will get weighted prior to the start of the event and also weighted at the completion of the event.
- For Men: 30lbs
- For Women: 20lbs
- Location: Charlotte, NC 28277
- Race Date: 2021/09/04 08:00:00 AM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- Ridge Runner 10k
- Ridge Runner 20k
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Charlotte, NC Weather
Ridge Runner weather history
Last year the weather condition was Partly cloudy.
Charlotte, NC current weather
64.4℉ Clouds
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