Get answers to the questions most frequently asked about the Grit OCR event.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What day is the Grit OCR race?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCollapse<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
The 4th annual Grit OCR East Walker Ranch event will be hosted on May 4, 2024<\/strong>. 1-day of awesome racing across 2 courses with tons of obstacles. Choose to race competitively for the podium or general open entry.<\/p>\nREGISTER<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t When and where is the race check-in?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Race day check-in will be available at 5:30 AM at the race festival.<\/p>\n
Race festival area is located at the East Walker Ranch Open Space,<\/strong>\u00a016723 Placerita Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91321<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
See details in “Where do I park?” FAQ below or the Directions & Parking<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What time should I arrive to the race?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
We recommend arriving 90 minutes before your scheduled start wave time. This allows time for parking, shuttle bus to the event location, check-in, gear drop, bathroom break, and getting ready for the race.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Am I required to sign a release waiver?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
If you are picking up for a friend they must complete and sign the waiver in advance and give it to you along with a picture of their photo ID.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Download Waiver<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Where do I park?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
General event parking is located Sable Ranch<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/strong>From this parking lot, participants will ride shuttle buses from the general parking at Sable Ranch to the event location at East Walker Ranch. Shuttle buses will be going back and forth during the event.<\/p>\n
Location: Sable Ranch –\u00a025933 Sand Canyon Rd.\u00a0Santa Clarita, CA 91387<\/a><\/p>\n
On-site parking fee: $20 (Cash only<\/strong>)<\/p>\n
A limited number of VIP parking spots will be available at the event staging area located at the East Walker Ranch Open Space. VIP parking MUST be purchased with registration in advance and is on a first-come-first-served basis, once sold out it will be gone.\u00a0VIP Parking is not valid for RV’s, buses, or other commercial or oversized vehicles.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Location: East Walker Ranch Open Space –\u00a016723 Placerita Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91321<\/a><\/p>\n
VIP parking fee: $40 when registering<\/a> in advance<\/p>\n
View Directions & Parking Page<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Should I carpool?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yes, carpooling with friends is the best! Parking space is limited, to help ensure there is enough parking, we encourage participants to carpool to the race. If you are doing the race with friends or family then hook up and ride in one car together. If you are part of a large team then consider setting up a team canopy in the Wolf Den<\/a> (team village). Besides, nothing beats carpooling with good friends and family!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What are the race start times?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
*Note that final race day start times may vary.<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What’s the difference in the race categories?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
For our Claw, we are extending our signature course<\/a> to 8.5-miles with more technical trail running and obstacle challenges to give you the ultimate Grit OCR challenge that is guaranteed to test your strength and endurance to the next level!<\/p>\n
View Claw Course<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Not everyone is ready for the Claw challenge, so for our Fang, we trim the course<\/a> to 5.5-miles, run the course in reverse, and reduce a few obstacles to make the race a little bit shorter and easier, but don’t worry, you will still need to train to get through all our signature obstacles and trails!<\/p>\n
View Fang Course<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Register<\/a> to run either distance that provides the best challenge for you.<\/strong><\/p>\n
When you register<\/a> for both races and complete each race you’ll earn the coveted Grit OCR Claw & Fang Do The Hard Sh*t<\/strong> tag to showcase your accomplishment of doing back-to-back races.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What are the race entry types?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Designed for competitive athletes who race in the spirit of pure sportsmanship, following all the rules and completing every obstacle or penalty so they compete fairly against their fellow competitors and see who is the best. Competitive waves are split into men’s and women’s waves, chip timed, obstacles and penalties are monitored and logged, there are no skipping obstacles or challenges, and participants must complete every obstacle or do the penalty. Any skipping of obstacles, penalties, or sections of the course will be disqualified. You’re only cheating yourself if you do not complete the race fairly. All participants will receive a finisher medal, top 3 male and female finishers will receive a trophy and prize goodie bag.<\/p>\n
NOTE: Competitive is limited to 70 participants per wave, they do SELL OUT!<\/em><\/p>\n
Register<\/a> for Competitive Entry.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Designed for everyone, open to all over 14-years old to participate. Great for participants that enjoy challenging themselves, weekend warriors, first-time racers, and teams participating as a group, everyone is welcome. General entry participates in the same racecourse and obstacles as the elite competitive race, but going at your pace and abilities. Push yourself as far as you can go, if you are not able to complete an obstacle then you can skip it. General entry is chip timed for overall results and age group ranking. All participants will receive a finisher medal.<\/p>\n
Register<\/a> for General Entry.<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What is the ruck division?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
View Ruck Division<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What does OCR mean?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
OCR stands for Obstacle Course Racing<\/strong>, a sport in which a race participants must overcome various physical challenges on the course that is in the form of obstacles. The Grit OCR event is a trail running race combined with challenging obstacles throughout the course that are designed to physically and mentally test your strength, agility, endurance, with the outcome of you becoming a stronger and healthier person. Register<\/a> for Grit OCR today take on the challenge!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What is included with the race entry?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
*Patches include Legacy Club<\/a> for returning participants, Ruck Division<\/a> if racing with a weighted ruck, and Claw & Fang finisher tag if raced and finished both distances.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What should I prepare for the race?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Below you will find a list of mandatory and recommended items for participating the race.<\/p>\n
Yes. The minimum age requirement\u00a0is\u00a014-years old. As this is a challenging obstacle course race that requires heavy lifting and climbing walls combined with trail running, young runners must be in good physical shape and regular fitness training to participate.<\/p>\n
Younger runners can participate in the race with approval from the Race Director. Younger runners that\u00a0wish to run the race need to be accompanied by an adult and must request approval from the Race Director. Please\u00a0contact<\/a>\u00a0the Race Director.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Will there be gear drop?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yes. There will be a gear drop available at the event staging area so you can drop off your bag before the race and quickly access it after finishing the race. Gear drop is $3 cash only.<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Will the course be marked?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yes. The entire course will be clearly marked using a combination of colored flags, flagging tape, directional arrows, and signs at key turning points. However, you should still be familiar with the course<\/a> and it is your responsibility to pay attention to the course markings to ensure you don’t veer off course and get lost. Each year the course maps get a final update about 1-month before race day to include any final adjustments.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t I am a slow runner, can I do this race?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Trail running in general is can be more\u00a0challenging as it consists of dirt pathways, uneven surfaces, hills to climb up and down, all of which require additional attention and focus while running. This race has some challenging hills to climb and a variety of obstacles that will challenge your\u00a0physical\u00a0strength and endurance. It is those risks and challenges\u00a0that is\u00a0part of the adventure that makes obstacle course racing so much fun!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Will there be bathrooms at the race?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yes. There will be portable toilets by the event staging area. However, there will not be bathrooms available on the course. As this is mostly a trail course you can hop off the course to relieve yourself if needed. Aid stations on the course will have toilet paper available upon request.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Will there be aid-stations on the course?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Proper hydration is essential when participating in any endurance sporting event. One of the greatest dangers for runners is completing the race in a dehydrated state. We encourage runners to hydrate extra the day before the race, the morning of the race, and plan on being hydrated throughout the event.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Are spectators allowed?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
If coming with a large team or group consider reserving a spot in the Wolf Den<\/a> team village.<\/p>\n
There are no fees to attend as a spectator other than parking fees.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t How will the race be timed?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
DO’S & DON’T:<\/p>\n
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As this is an endurance event you want to ensure you are fit for running a 10K trail race with hills and obstacle challenges. Our awesome leader Antonio Alletto has provided a great list of exercises with video examples to help guide you in the right direction focusing in 3-core areas: GRIP, CORE, and QUADS.<\/p>\n
View Training Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Can I wear headphones?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
For your safety and the safety of all participants, we do not recommend wearing headphones while participating in a race. However, if you do, we ask that you keep the volume down at a safe level so you can hear other runners and instructions from event personnel. It is important for you to be aware of other participants coming up behind you as well as being able to hear potential wildlife animals or even rattlesnakes. The important thing is paying attention to everyone’s safety and maintaining basic race etiquette.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Can my dog run with me?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
No. The event insurance policy does not allow dogs. We love dogs, but there are those who may not be comfortable around them and there are also dogs that are uncomfortable around hundreds of other people.\u00a0 We have no doubt that your dog is well behaved, but we simply have no way to be sure about all the other dogs and thus we have a “no dogs on course” policy.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Will the race be canceled in the event of rain?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yet, there are still potential risks that are beyond our control that could force a race to be canceled or postponed. We hope that will never happen, however, we do have an event cancellation policy<\/a> if that need ever arises.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Are wheelchairs or strollers allowed?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
No. This is an all trail obstacle course. Unauthorized bicycles, motorized vehicles, wheelchairs, and strollers not permitted on the race course.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What about snakes and wildlife?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
If you see a snake, do not panic! Back away slowly and carefully look for a way around. Also be sure to shout out “snake” and point out the location so other participants are aware and can carefully get around it. Snakes will generally leave you alone if they are not provoked. Simply left alone, snakes will continue on with their life, they do not actively seek out confrontations with any of their natural enemies, humans included. The number one reason people are bitten by venomous snakes throughout this country is because of the attempt to catch, kill, or tease them when we find them.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t What local lodging options are available?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
<\/a><\/p>\nHyatt Regency Valencia<\/strong><\/a>
\n24500 Town Center Dr, Valencia, CA 91355
\n(661) 799-1234
\nUse code: 193686<\/strong> for the event group discount when booking.\n
<\/a><\/p>\nHoliday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clarita<\/strong><\/a>
\n27513 Wayne Mills Pl, Valencia, CA 91355
\n(661) 284-2101\nHilton Garden Inn Valencia Six Flags<\/strong><\/a>
\n27710 The Old Rd, Valencia, CA 91355
\n(661) 254-8800\nLa Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Clarita<\/strong><\/a>
\n25201 The Old Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
\n(661) 286-1111\n
Also, check this\u00a0Google search<\/a>\u00a0or on\u00a0Airbnb<\/a>\u00a0for additional options.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Can I change my start wave time?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Yes. Start wave change requests are available if there is space available in the desired start wave, the cut-off for all changes is 5-days prior to the race date. Submit a change request from the contact<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n
Request Change<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t I can’t make it, what are my options?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
You do have the following options available:<\/p>\n
Requests MUST be submitted before the race date.<\/strong> Requests on or after the race date will not be honored. Entries that have been deferred once can not be deferred a second time.<\/p>\n
You may not give or sell your number to anyone else without submitting an official transfer request.<\/p>\n
Please submit your request from the contact<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Is it okay if I participate without registering?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t
MAY 4, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t
I had the best time at this race. I felt both challenged, and a sense of accomplishment. I typically don’t race inaugural events, but I was impressed and I believe in supporting local events. You guys did an awesome job and I can’t wait for your next event!<\/p>\nAvg. Rating | BIB 1023 | Team Weeple Army
\nFavorite Obstacles Timber Tantrum, Boo’s Closet, Flaming Legs, Yolk’d, Hardkour Carry\n\t\t
Obstacle course racing can be a very challenging and dangerous endurance sport. All participants are required to sign a full liability release waiver before they can participate. While we believe that anyone can overcome the challenging obstacles, it is important to properly train for the physical challenges before participating in the race. Training alone is not enough, it is also essential to be safe when you enter, overcome, and exit each obstacle. By training, following best safety practices, and proper race etiquette, you will have the best race experience.<\/p>\n\t\t