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Run The Gauntlet returns to East Rock Park on May 5, 2019!

We are back at East Rock Park in New Haven for our 6th Annual Spring Run the Gauntlet Race. Run the Gauntlet at East Rock Park is part of the Denali Gauntlet Race Series with our second Gauntlet Race taking part at Bishop’s Orchard on August 18. Run the Gauntlet at East Rock Park features a 5K course with 15 man-made and natural obstacles. After the race, participants are invited to enjoy a post-race party. Proceeds from Run the Gauntlet at East Rock Park support the Denali Foundation Scholarship Fund for children attending New Haven Parks and Rec ECO Adventure Camp. We have changed the start times this year to be at 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, and 10:00 AM. The 9:00 AM heat is the competitive heat, but you still have a chance to win awards from any heat.

Thank you to everyone who braved the wind with us for our fall race! Your results are here! Check out our race photos here!

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Race Info

Race Information

  • 5K Obstacle Race

  • Post Race Party

  • Each Finisher Receives Free Beer

  • Natural & Man Made Obstacles

  • Tech Shirts for First 500 Entrants

Team Competition

Get your friends together and form a team for our Team Challenge! Don’t miss out on this chance for bragging rights!

Team Rules

  • Teams can have an unlimited number of participants but must have a minimum of 3 people.

  • The top 3 fastest times from each team will be used in determining the team’s overall placement.

  • All team members must run in same heat

  • Awards will be given to the top 3 teams in each category.

  • Each team can only register for one category.

  • Team members must enter the same Team Name when registering.

Team Categories

  • Family Team – all team members must be related

  • Corporate Team – all team members must be current employees at the same company

  • CrossFit/Gym Team – all team members must be members of the same CrossFit location

  • Open Team – any group of 3 or more people

Schedule

Friday & Saturday Packet Pick Up & Registration:

    • 5/3: 2:30pm – 6pm @ Denali Branford
    • 5/4: 10am – 4pm @ Denali Branford

Sunday:

  • 8:00AM: Registration opens
  • 9:00AM: Heat 1 * Competitive heat
  • 9:30AM: Heat 2
  • 10:00AM: Heat 3
  • 10:30AM: Awards

Post Race Party

Amenities

  • First 500 registered runners receive a technical running shirt.

  • Each finisher over 21 receives free beer.

  • Medical personnel and aid stations along the course.

Divisions

The top three 5K finishers receive awards in the following divisions: [Men & Women] 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, and Team Challenge! You can run in any heat to be eligible to win an award. If you wait until the 9:30 or 10:00 AM heats there is the chance you will encounter slower racers from other heats out on the course.

Map

A 5K course with 15 natural and man-made family friendly obstacles, running through East Rock Park with views of Long Island Sound! Race Village, Check-in and Race Day Registration is located in the College Woods section of East Rock Park. See you there!

Address:

East Rock Park – College Woods
41 Cold Spring St.
New Haven, CT

2018 Course Map

Gauntlet Life

The 5th Annual Spring Run the Gauntlet was a huge success. Thank you to all that participated! Here are a few photos and teaser video so you can take a look at Gauntlet Life. To keep up to date on Run the Gauntlet follow us on Facebook.

FAQ

Can my son/daughter run the race?

We ask that all participants be at least 8 years or older. Runners between the ages of 8-12 need parental guidance.

Is there any entertainment for children under 8 years old?

There will be a kid friendly “Mini Gauntlet” where children can participate in an un-timed mini obstacle course.

What is the schedule leading up to Run the Gauntlet race day?

Packet Pickup @ Denali Branford

  • Friday & Saturday before the race

Race Day:

  • 7:30AM Packet Pickup opens

  • 9:00 AM Heat 1

  • 9:30 AM Heat 2

  • 10:00AM Heat 3

  • Post Race party 9:30 – 11:00

Note: Our summer race at Bishop’s Orchard will have the traditional start times of 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.

What does the post race party consist of?

  • After the race all runners over 21 will enjoy free beer

  • Pizza from Old World Pizza Truck

How do you split up awards?

The top three 5K finishers receive awards in the following divisions: [Men & Women] 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, and Team Challenge!

How do I enter as a team?

  • Enter your team name when registering

  • Teams must have a minimum of 3 participants

  • Top 3 times from each team will be used when determining team placement

  • All team members must run in same heat

  • Awards for overall top 3 teams in each category and the team with the best costume

  • Each team can only register for one category

  • There are four different team categories: Family Team, Corporate Team, CrossFit Team, Open Team

What happens if I get hurt?

There will be on site medical personnel and aid stations along the course

Contact

For registration and team competition questions contact:

Maggie or John @ JB Sports

For event questions and to become a sponsor or volunteer contact:

Amy Parulis – Events @ Denali

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