Grand to Grand Ultra combines footrace with survival
The seventh Grand to Grand Ultra will take place Sept. 23–29. This unique event is a six-stage, seven-day, self-supported footrace. It will be held in Utah and Arizona, covering a cumulative distance of approximately 170 miles.
The route begins at the awe-inspiring north rim of the Grand Canyon and finishes on the summit of the Grand Staircase. The course takes participants through a desert landscape of sand dunes, red-rock canyons, buttes, mesas, and hoodoos. Participants will navigate through compelling slot canyons, climb more than 18,000 feet over the course of the race, and experience the remotest part of continental America.
Participants from all over the world will come together for this challenging test of survival in harsh desert conditions, assuming the responsibility of carrying their own backpacks containing food, sleeping bags, mats and other mandatory equipment for the week. While prequalification is not required, participants will need to prepare for this grueling weeklong race through endurance training and informed selection of gear and nutrition. Participants can elect to compete as individuals or teams. Participants are expected to possess basic outdoor survival skills such as familiarity with outdoor gear and backpacking. However, they are not required to possess any technical navigational or climbing skills to take part in the event. There are currently 138 entrants from 25 countries expected to start.
The event supports four charities: Best Friends Animal Society, Kane County Children’s Justice Center, Kane County Assistance Program, and impossible2Possible. Competitors are also raising funds for over 30 different charities.
Registration is now open for 2019. Advance registration is required, and early registration is strongly recommended for this event given the quotas for different countries. Visit g2gultra.com for more information and complete registration details. Follow the event on Facebook at facebook.com/g2gultra and on Twitter at twitter.com/g2gultra. For information regarding registration, sponsorship, or other event-related questions, contact Colin Geddes at info@g2gultra.com.
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