Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the Gauntlet Blitz?
The Gauntlet Blitz an obstacle challenge mud run. Where runners (which we call Blitzers) challenge their mind and body in a 5K run/walk/crawl/climb/jump.
How tough is the Gauntlet Blitz?
The courses vary from event to event and the obstacles and challenge level also varies. The Gauntlet Blitz is fun for all levels of participants.
How dangerous is it?
The nature of the Gauntlet Blitz is dangerous, as you blitz your way over uneven terrain, boulders, mud, and obstacles, but we take every reasonable precaution to mitigate injuries.
You are expected to complete all obstacles, but if you can not complete an obstacle for whatever reason, there is a bypass that will result in a time penalty that will be determined the day of the Blitz.
We have on site medical technicians that will be there to assist if there are any emergencies. But you enter the Gauntlet Blitz at your own risk.
Is there water along the course?
Yes there are Water stations at incremental stops around the course.
What is included in an Entry/Blitz Package?
All Blitzers receive:
Finishing Blitzers receive:
Top 3 Finishing Blitzers per Classification receive:
Can I bring family/friends?
Spectators are encouraged to come out and cheer on the Blitzers and participate in the Music Festival and award ceremony.
We want to wear costumes, can we?
Yes we have a costume contest and prizes for the winning costumes. Please remember that you have to race in your costume, so make sure that it will fit through, under, and over the obstacles and that it isn’t a danger to you or the other Blitzers on the course.
Is there different Classifications?
Yes, we have Age and gender classifications as well as team classifications. There is somewhere to race for everyone.
We also have a Premiere Class.
Do you keep times/finishing position?
Yes. We use a Mylaps Chip timing system to score every Blitzer that participates. The Timing Chips are tied onto your shoes/ankles to make sure you are accurately scored as you take off from the start.
When is there going to be a Gauntlet Blitz in our area?
We are currently planning our 2012 and 2013 season right now and will have an updated list soon of all of our planned events.
How do I sign up?
There is an easy online sign up procedure on the events page that can be completed in only a few minutes.
Can I sign up the day of the event?
We have a limited supply of entries available so it is imperative that if you want to insure that you are able to compete you should pre enter. The Blitz can and will sell out and day of the event sign ups may not be available.
Can I get a refund?
Entries are non refundable. We can transfer start times if you send a request to raceadmin@gauntletblitz.com
Where do we check in?
All Blitzers must check in at the Gauntlet Blitz Headquarters to get their Blitz Package. The Tents will be clearly Marked and located near the start/finish line in the Festival Village.
The Blitz Package includes their Gauntlet Blitz Race Bib, MyLaps Timing Chip, Free Beer Voucher. Finisher Medals, Event T-shirt, and Awards are presented upon completion of the Blitz.
What do I need to bring?
What should I wear?
You will be muddy, so you should wear clothes/costume and shoes that you do not mind ruining or at least staining.
We recommend a tight tying running/cross country shoe. So you don’t lose it in any sticky mud.
Are their showers after the Blitz?
Yes there is a wash area at the completion of the blitz. Warning the water is not heated.
When does the Festival Village start?
The Festival Village will be going off from the start of the day until after the finish.
What if it rains/snows?
Race administrators will determine the safety of hazardous weather. We will race in the rain. Lightning and Thunder are a different story.
Can we bring our pets?
Please leave your pets at home. Service animals are obviously allowed.
Can we take photos and videos?
Yes. Please take numerous photos and videos and share them with us on Facebook. We will also have photographers on the course shooting Blitzers as they navigate the Gauntlet.
Contact us at info@gauntletblitz.com to get more info about our events.
