Tuscaloosa Gauntlet - Competitive Individual
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Distance
4 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Join Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA), Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports (Visit Tuscaloosa), and the Alabama Marines Foundation for the sixth annual Tuscaloosa Gauntlet obstacle course race, Saturday, April 10, 2027. The race features 20+ obstacles, including a Marine regulation O-Course. Whether you're a competitive racer or just getting started, the course will provide a challenge worth celebrating! Competitive, open, and team heats are available, as well as a kids' race. This year, we will feature a kids' race on Friday evening, April 9, during packet pickup. This will be family night with food trucks and fun for the entire family! The course will be different from last year's and will include new obstacles! Are you up for the challenge? Register now!
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Tuscaloosa, AL, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Tuscaloosa, AL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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