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Spartan Race – Asheville

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Sat 24th Jul 2021

Black Mountain
3,000 participants
By Spartan
Partly cloudy throughout the day

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There are two HUGE reasons to race Asheville:

First, it’s an awesome challenge. The Asheville course has been designed to test our elite Spartans. Over the past three years, the course has earned its place alongside Killington and Wintergreen as Spartan’s most brutal courses. Trust us… Asheville will test your physical and mental limits.

Second, it’s a stunningly beautiful course. You’ll chase glory in the shadow of a massive quarry, and earn your rewards of beautiful vistas overlooking stunning spruce-fir forests.

You’ll enjoy soft grass and cool forest, but you’ll also face lots of granite, grit, dirt and mud. At Asheville, you will EARN your finisher’s medal. You’ll face rocky, steep slopes and obstacles designed to test the elites.

Don’t race alone. Invite your friends and family to cheer you on – and enjoy the area together. This is a fun area for spectators and racers alike. You can visit the famous Blue Ridge Mountains (home of amazing sunsets), go zip-lining, take a balloon ride, explore caves, check out the outstanding local dining, or grab a beer at one of Asheville’s many microbreweries.

Can you conquer this challenging course? Sign up now for this “MUST RACE” event.

C-19 Plan

Spartan has confirmed that this event will be going ahead as planned on Saturday 24th Jul 2021 in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures. Learn more

How to enter the Spartan Race – Asheville

Super
Run 8mi
7:30am Sat 24th Jul 2021
Sprint
Run 3mi
7:30am Sun 25th Jul 2021
Kids Race Saturday
Run 2mi
9:00am Sat 24th Jul 2021
Kids Race Sunday
Run 2mi
9:00am Sun 25th Jul 2021

Spartan Race – Asheville routes

8-10 Miles & 24-29 Obstacles (Super Distance):

There’s nothing mediocre about this middle distance race. The Spartan Super offers the ideal blend between distance and speed. Offering racers a true athletic test. If you consider yourself a more seasoned athlete determined to push beyond excuses, you just might have the mettle for a Spartan Super. Serving up 24-29 Spartan Obstacles and 8-10 miles of rugged terrain, the Spartan Super spares no one. Developed as the second race in the Spartan Trifecta, the Super is where you prove to yourself you’ve got everything it takes to face the Beast.

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3+ miles & 20-23 Obstacles (Sprint Distance):

The Sprint may be our shortest distance race, but it’s still a favourite amongst both new and returning racers. It’s the perfect distance for those looking to start their Spartan journey. The Sprint also allows returning racers a manageable distance to see how far they can push themselves. Delivering 20-23 obstacles over 3-5 miles, you’ll never run the same race twice. Once you complete the sprint you are 1/3 on your Spartan TRIFECTA: The ultimate Spartan achievement.

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Kids Race:

Spartan Race isn't just for adults. Our Spartan Kids Race offers two distances for the little Spartans in your life. Based on age, our Kids races have obstacles in them just like the grown up versions. Come watch your future Spartans run, jump, and play just like they're supposed to.

Event Details

What’s Included

Super Distance:

Badass Super Finisher Medal (personalize it with a SpartanTab)
A trifecta medal wedge piece (run a Stadion, Sprint, Beast or Ultra to collect your remaining two pieces!)
Free 805 beer
Craft Super Finisher T-shirt (your other one should be pretty dirty)
Free Professional Photos (to frame and flaunt)
Bananas at the finish line
Cold can of FitAID
BODYARMOR Sports Drink or Hydration Water
Kashi Protein Bar
Bragging rights

Sprint Distance:

Badass Sprint Finisher Medal (personalize it with a SpartanTab)
A trifecta medal wedge piece (run a Super, Beast or Ultra to collect your remaining two pieces!)
Free 805 beer
Craft Sprint Finisher T-shirt (your other one should be pretty dirty)
Free Professional Photos (to frame and flaunt)
Bananas at the finish line
Cold can of FitAID
BODYARMOR Sports Drink or Hydration Water
Kashi Protein Bar
Bragging rights

Kids Race:

Kids Finisher Medal
Craft Kids Finisher T-shirt (your other one should be pretty dirty)
Bananas at the finish line
Bragging rights
Each Kids Race registration also includes two complimentary Festival Passes per family.

Raceday Logistics

Super Distance – Saturday

7:30 am – Elite Men
7:45 am – Elite Women
8:00 am – 8:45 am Age Group Start Times
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Morning Start Times
12:15 pm – Afternoon Start Times Begin

Sprint Distance – Sunday

7:30 am – Elite Men
7:45 am – Elite Women
8:00 am – 8:45 am Age Group Start Times
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Morning Start Times
12:15 pm – Afternoon Start Times Begin

Last Heat: TBD (will be posted here 10 days prior to event day)

Waves of 250+ racers will be released every 15 minutes.

YOUR exact start time in the group you registered for will be posted under the Race Day tab a few days prior to the events date.

Kit List

Super and Sprint:

Your ID
Barcode
Towel & extra (dry) clothes
Recommended: Headlamp and Camelback
We recommend dressing in performance gear (NOT COTTON). Think compression tights or shorts and breathable tops made from water wicking material. Wear comfortable shoes that you’ve trained in, but beware, they are going to get dirty. In addition to your clothes, consider fuel when planning for race day. For a Sprint distance you can normally get away with the water stations on course, but for our longer distances (Super, Beast, Ultra) we strongly suggest wearing a hydration pack and carrying energy gels or Clif bars.

Spectators

Spartan loves Spectators
Most USA venues will require one to purchase a Festival Pass to gain entry as a spectator, so check on the race's specific event page for pricing. Typically, the fee is $25 when purchased on race day. Kids 13 and under are free. There is no spectator age limit.
With the Festival Pass, you get a coupon at registration (redeemable at the merchandise tent). Additionally you will have viewing access of some obstacles, the start and finish line, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds. Enjoy music while watching your friends and loved ones slip and slide through the Spartan course, from the Spartan festival grounds. Raffles, entertainment, spectator challenges, free muddy hugs from Spartan athletes, and all the other festival perks makes spectating all worth while. The next ticket you will want to buy will be a race entry.

Yes, but can I get on the course to watch my racer?
As for roaming the course or watching each obstacle, each course will have different restrictions. On some ski mountains, you can take a ski lift to the top where there will be obstacles to watch. At ALL events, the festival area is situated within sight of at least 6 obstacles where you can catch your family and friends.

My Junior Spartan(s) are in the Kids Race, do I need to purchase a Festival Pass?
Each Kids Race registration includes two free Festival Passes per FAMILY. If you have one child registered, you'll get two free passes. If you have two children registered, you'll still only receive two free passes. There is no need to register these spectators online ahead of time - just show up with your mini-spartans and check in with them at the Kids Race registration line.

What can I bring into the race with me?
You'll want to check the Athlete Guide and/or Event Page for your specific event for any special guidelines on what you may/may not bring into an event. However, as a general rule, outside food and drink, coolers, and tents are not allowed. You are welcome to bring folding chairs, backpacks, etc.

Volunteers

As a Spartan Race Volunteer, you will ensure that our racers and spectators have an epic experience. Along with a sense of extreme pride and sheer joy from helping out a ton of people you've never met before, there's a lot to gain from becoming a Spartan Volunteer.
Head over to https://www.spartan.com/en/about/volunteers to sign up.

FAQs

Answers to all Spartan questions can be found at
https://spartanrace.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200144626-General-Racer

Spartan Race – Asheville weather forecast

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

82°F

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63°F

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Spartan is a leader in the sport of obstacle racing, offering open heats for all fitness levels, as well as competitive and elite heats for those with something more to prove. The first of its kind to feature timing and global rankings, Spartan provides a proving ground for beginner and professional obstacle racers looking to test themselves in new ways across the world.