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The Gauntlet returns to East Rock Park in New Haven on  May 6, 2018!

Join us as Gauntlet takes on East Rock Park for the 5th year. Run the Gauntlet at East Rock Park is part of the Denali Gauntlet Race Series (Denali’s also has a fall Run the Gauntlet that is held each year on the Connecticut Shoreline). Run the Gauntlet at East Rock Park features a 5K course with 15-20 man-made and natural obstacles at New Haven’s East Rock Park. After the race, participants are invited to enjoy a post-race party featuring pizza from Old World Pizza Truck, beer from Thimble Island Brewing Company, and live entertainment. Proceeds from Run the Gauntlet at East Rock support the Denali Foundation Scholarship Fund for children attending New Haven Parks and Recreation ECO Adventure Camp.

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Race Info

Race Information

  • 5K Obstacle Race

  • Post Race Party with Live Music

  • 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:

  • 5/4: 4pm – 6pm @ Trailblazer New Haven
  • 5/5: 10am – 4PM @ Trailblazer New Haven

Sunday:

  • 8:00AM: Registration opens
  • 9:00AM: Heat 1
  • 10:00AM: Heat 2
  • 11:00AM: Heat 3
  • 11:30AM: Awards

Post Race Party

At our post race party enjoy gourmet pizza, beer and live music. Old World Pizza Trucks will be on hand dishing out some of their signature pizzas.  Dance to our live band and relax after conquering the Gauntlet. Pizza will be made available to spectators for an additional charge.

Amenities

  • First 500 registered runners receive a technical running shirt.

  • Post-race beach party includes a Pizza Truck, awards ceremony & live music.

  • Each finisher receives free beer.

  • Medical personnel and aid stations along 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+, Best Costume and Team Challenge!

Map

A 5K course with 15-20 natural and man-made family friendly obstacles, views of New Haven and Long Island Sound and wooded trails! Race Village, Check-in and Race Day Registration is located at College Woods near the Start/Finish. See you there!

Address:

East Rock Park – College Woods

Corner of Cold Spring St. & Orange St.
New Haven, CT 06511

2018 Course Map

Gauntlet Life

The 4th Annual Run the Gauntlet was a huge success. Thank you to all that participated! Here’s a few photos and teaser video so you can take a look at Gauntlet Life. For more photos from years past check out our Gauntlet Galleries 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 @ Trailblazer New Haven

  • Friday & Saturday before the race

Race Day:

  • 7:30AM Packet Pickup opens

  • 9:00 AM Heat 1

  • 10:00 AM Heat 2

  • 11:00AM Heat 3

  • Post Race party 9:30 – 12:00

What does the post race party consist of?

  • After the race all runners will enjoy free beer

  • Pizza from Old World Pizza Truck

  • Live Music

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+, Best Costume 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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