Registration
Choose to register as an individual or a team/platoon. Teams may be any size, however only platoons of 5 are eligible for awards in our competitive waves. To create a team, the team captain registers first, creates the team name and then emails the team members to invite them to join the team. During registration, you will choose from competitive/chip timed waves or fun waves. Awards eligibility is for competitive waves only, and there is an additional $5 timing fee charge.
Ages 14 and up may participate in The Fightin’ Texas Mud Run. Ages 6 to 14 may participate in the G.I. Kids Mud Run. Parents may participate alongside the kids during the G.I. Kids Mud Run if they registered for the full race.
Awards
Over 80 Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Belt Buckles are up for grabs! The Best will be awarded the exclusive, Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Belt Buckle. Award ceremonies will take place at the Race Village.*The Kids Mud Run is not a timed event. (Sorry, no awards for the kids, but they do receive a Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Dog Tag!
Award categories for competitive/chip-timed waves only!
- Individuals - Top 3 males & Top 3 females by age groups – Under 30, 31 to 40, 41 to 50, 51 to 60, Over 60
- Platoons/Teams of 5 – Top 3 platoons finishing as a group
Each Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Participant Receives:
- A Sick Fightin’ Texas Mud Run shirt
- A custom Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Bib
- A Fightin’ Mud Run Finisher Dog Tag
- Free photos! No paying for Fightin’ Texas Photos! You will be able to download and share all your photos after the race. We will also have a photo backdrop tent set up for group, company or team photos.
Grub
Prepay at registration for a discounted, yummy post race meal at Base Camp.
Adults – Fresh ground, half pound Angus burgers with all the trimmings, sweet potato fries with brown sugar dipping sauce, and fresh fruit, plus a water, Gatorade or BEER – $6 during registration, $10 at the race.
Kids – Chicken fingers, sweet potato fries, water and Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream – $6 during registration, $10 at the race.
Beer Garden onsite (must be 21, drink responsibly).
Parking
Low cost parking fee $5 per vehicle. All parking fees go to our signature charity, The Museum of the American G.I.
Changing Tents and Showers
His and hers changing tents are provided in the Base Camp. A mass shower (i.e. tanker truck that will hose you off) will be located near the changing tents. You may bring a bag with fresh clothes, towel, etc.and check them in at base camp. You may also choose to leave your fresh clothes in the car. Parking will be nearby. Do not bring valuables such as jewelry!
Hydration Station on the Course
There are 2 Hydration/Aid Stations located at mile 1 and 2 on the course.
Medical Staff on the Course
There will be a First Aid tent and EMTs on site during the event.
Fee Schedule
Fightin’ Texas Mud Run
- Now thru 12-31-2012 $40 (Early Bird)
- 01-01-2013 to 02-28-2013 $50 (Regular)
- 03-01-2013 to 03-31-2013 $60 (Late)
- 04-01-2013 to 04/08/2013 $70 (Last minute, T-Shirt not Guaranteed)
G.I. Kids Mud Run
- Now thru 2-28-2013 $20
- 03-01-2013 to 4/08/2013 $30
Event Date: Saturday, April 13th, 2013
Start Times
Start times vary. Waves begin at 8am. See registration for specific information on your wave. Arrive early and be ready to line up 30 minutes in advance. Allow at least one hour for race day packet pickup.
Event Location:
Texas World Speedway, 17529 State Highway 6 South College Station, TX 77845
Event Distances
Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Course = 3 mile course with 15+ obstacles including: 6 mud/water challenges, the Fightin’ Texas Color Zone, Giant Slides and many other dry land obstacles and climbs.
Timing
For competitive waves, Race Texas timing partner, Redemption Race Timing will provide the very best, state of the art timing for the event. You will receive your bib and timing chip at packet pickup.
Your race bib will have a timing chip encoded on the back of the bib. Do not tamper with this tag. You may choose to pin your bib to the front or back of your shirt, or attach it to a race bib if you choose.
Each athlete will be body marked with their race number during athlete check-in on race day.
Course Map (subject to change, we want to surprise you!)
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Base Camp Map
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Packet Pickup
When? April 8th, 9th, 10th from 4pm to 6pm
Where? Brazos Running Company, 1667 South Texas Avenue, College Station, TX 77840
Race Day Packet Pickup begins at the Race Site at 7:00 am.
ALL participants must pick up their own packet at packet pick up. You MUST show photo ID. The only exceptions to this policy include: Parents can pick up packets for minor children. Spouses can pick up packets for each other (with proper ID).
You must have your packet picked up prior to 45 minutes before your assigned wave start. **NO PACKET PICKUPS WILL BE ALLOWED WITHIN 45 MINUTES OF YOUR WAVE START TIME – NO EXCEPTIONS – DON’T BE LATE – NO PACKET, NO RACE – NO REFUNDS – PLEASE ALLOW FOR DELAYS AND LINES.
Important Wave Start Information
- IMPORTANT – Register early so you can choose the wave you want to start in! This option allows you to race with your friends and family. Wave starts will be available on a first-come, first-registered basis.
- Each start wave is limited to 100. You will select your wave at the time of registration. Remember, they will be filled on a first-come basis. When a wave is full, it will be closed and will no longer be available for registration. Register Online TODAY to guarantee your wave start time.
- There will be multiple waves offered, starting in 30-minute intervals.
- Remember, your race time is based on chip time, not gun time. This means winners can come from any wave, so don’t stop running. It will come down to fractions of a second.
- Waves will be by bib # range. You must run in your assigned wave. Bib #s will be checked at the start line.
Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Wave Schedule:
Limited to 100 per wave. Register early to get the wave you want. You select the wave at time of registration.
- Wave #1: 8:00am – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #2: 8:30am – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #3: 9:00am – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #4: 9:30am – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #5: 10:00am Competitive Wave Open
- Wave #6: 10:30am Competitive Wave Open
- Wave #7: 11:00am – Competitive Wave Open
- Wave #8: 1130am – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #9: Noon – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #10: 1:00pm – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #11: 1:30pm – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #12: 2:00pm – Fun Wave Open
- Wave #13: 2:30pm – Fun Wave Open
Fightin’ Texas Kids Mud Run Wave Schedule:
Limited to 50 participants per wave. Register early to get the wave you want. You select the wave at time of registration.
- Wave #1 4:00pm
- Wave #2 4:10pm
- Wave #3 4:20pm
- Wave #4 4:30pm
- Wave #3: 4:40pm
Race Rules : READ THIS!
- Shoes covering the entire foot (not sandals) are required for all participants. You must wear shoes for the entire course, including the finish line. You will be disqualified if you are not wearing both shoes.
- All participants must wear their bib #s on the front or back of their shirts or race belt.
- No diving into any obstacles. Feet first only – NO EXCEPTIONS. You will be removed from the course.
- Obey the directions of race officials and volunteers on the course.
- This is a race to each obstacle. This means that if there are any lines or backups at an obstacle, you must wait in the line until your turn. With that said, we have taken significant measures to eliminate the probability of lines at the obstacles. The obstacles and course have been designed to avoid excessive backups.
- You are permitted to help your teammates or anyone else for that matter. If someone needs help, help them.
- No hostile contact or interference will be allowed at any time.
- No profanity or lewd behavior or NUDITY…this is a family friendly event!
- Last, but not least, thank at least 5 volunteers for helping make this race a great time!
Refund Policy
Refunds are not available for any reason, other than active military service. Event entries ARE NOT transferable. We are sorry, but we will not be able to make exceptions to this policy. By registering for this event you agree to these refund terms.
Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be postponed as long as possible in hopes the inclement weather will pass. If the event is canceled, all registered participants will be issued a 25% credit for use in any 2013 Race Texas event. However, NO REFUNDS will be issued.
Volunteers
Race Texas is looking for high energy, fun and dependable volunteers to help with the Fightin’ Texas Mud Run! If you are interested, email us at info@racetx.com
CHARITY
Race Texas is pleased to announce, The Museum of the American G. I., as our signature charity for the Fightin’ Texas Mud Run. This College Station based, local non-profit museum was founded to preserve the artifacts from World War II. Help us preserve the memories from ”The Greatest Generation” and make an additional donation during registration. The museum has recently broken ground on their new facility, that will be the home to one of the largest inventories in the world of restored tanks, jeeps, and other WWII items. $5 from each Fightin’ Texas Mud Run Registration Fee plus all parking fees will directly benefit the museum.
QUESTIONS?
Email us at info@racetx.com