Chicago 2017
Spring Grove, IL
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Race Details:
Obstacles: 25
Mile: 5-7
Elevation Change:
525 ft.
Max Slope: 20%
Avg. High/Low:
81° / 63° F
ONSITE PARKING:
CARS $10, RVs $25Twin Peaks
Obstacle:
Twin Peaks
What goes up must come down. That is, unless you're tackling Twin Peaks. Propel yourself up the quarter pipe ramp, down the other side and up another. Momentum is key. Lose it and you're starting over from the first ramp. No skateboards allowed. Completion Rate: 55%
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Hangarang
Obstacle:
Hangarang
The last thing you want to do is a hang a fang in Hangarang. Do your best to keep your balance on these swinging timbers or else you're facing an unpleasant journey to the muddy waters below. Ropes hang from above to help you. If you're a true Savage (and part freak of nature) you'll make it across without them. Completion Rate: 80%
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On The Fence
Obstacle:
On The Fence
If you ever had to jump a fence to escape that neighbor’s Rottweiler that always seemed to get loose, then your instincts will get you across this obstacle in no time. This is a challenge like no other, forcing you to clench your hands and feet as you traverse on a moving chainlink fence suspended over water. At least slipping off this fence is better than a nip in the ass from that Rottweiler. Completion Rate: 58%
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Wheel World
Obstacle:
Wheel World
The spinning action of each wheel as you attempt this obstacle will test your grip strength and body control. Try to find an even rhythm or else you will end up at the bottom of the pool below. Completion Rate: 55%
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SAVAGE RIG
Obstacle:
SAVAGE RIG
Beast mode? More like Savage mode! With every setup not quite like the one before, there is no telling what exactly to expect. One thing is for certain, however. You’ll have to give it your all to muscle through this Savage Rig. Completion Rate: 50%
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POLE CAT
Obstacle:
POLE CAT
NEW for 2016! This is the ultimate test of core strength as you shimmy your way across parallel bars of different heights. Lose your grip or slip a foot and you’ll pay the price with a solid belly flop into the muddy pool below. Completion Rate: 64%
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Colossus
Obstacle:
Colossus
Colossus is the prized jewel of Savage Race. Standing 43 feet off the ground, this two-part obstacle combines an enormous quarter pipe ramp with a free fall water slide. The 16 foot high quarter pipe is sure to test your upper body strength. Completion Rate: 60%
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Davy Jones Locker
Obstacle:
Davy Jones Locker
Want an adrenaline rush? Davy Jones' Locker has you covered. This 15 foot high dive into a 15 foot deep pool will have you so amped that you'll turn around and do it again. Face your fears and take the plunge. Competent swimmers only. Completion Rate: 65%
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Sawtooth
Obstacle:
Sawtooth
Sawtooth is one of Savage Race's signature obstacles. You can't miss this blue mammoth with it's unique design. The gnarly tooth in the center of the structure has diminished the hopes and dreams of many Savages as they drop 10 feet into the water below. You'll need to start working on those pull-ups to cross the entire 35 foot span. Completion Rate: 40%
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Teeter Tuber
Obstacle:
Teeter Tuber
Teeter Tuber is a modern take on the seesaw, where you must maneuver up an incline through a 24 inch diameter tube, until you reach the pivot point and then ride the tube down and out the other side. This 20 foot tube is a slippery, tight space that will require technique, upper body strength, and a bit of persistence to conquer.
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Big Ass Cargo Net
Obstacle:
Big Ass Cargo Net
Big Ass Cargo Net is propped up to 20 feet in the air, so don't get tangled in the gnarly mesh. Get ready for a great view at the top of this structure. The hardest part is coming down. Completion Rate: 80%
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Thor’s Grundle
Obstacle:
Thor’s Grundle
The tastiest obstacle in the game, Thor's Grundle will leave you covered in mud. Who knew a 50 foot trench filled with mud could be so intense. Take a deep breath before you are completely submerged in the muck going under one of the baffles. You'll thank us later! Completion Rate: 90%
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SQUEEZE PLAY
Obstacle:
SQUEEZE PLAY
What could make crawling through the mud even better? Well, forcing you further into it, of course. That’s exactly what Squeeze Play does as you push your way through several lanes of giant swiveling barrels. Completion Rate: 95%
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The Great Wall
Obstacle:
The Great Wall
It will take 96 inches of determination, grit, and strength to conquer The Great Wall. A running start always helps, but if you prefer a boost from your friends, that works just as well. Get yourself over this obstacle and you're on your way to completing Savage Race. Completion Rate: 55%
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Swamp Ass
Obstacle:
Swamp Ass
Swamp ass comes in many different shapes and sizes. Depending on the venue, you'll be tromping through a rocky river or wading through mud as thick as your grandma's pudding. Start high stepping your way through this murky obstacle. Completion Rate: 88%
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Mud N’ Guts
Obstacle:
Mud N’ Guts
The muddiest, nastiest, smelliest, and sometimes friendliest obstacle Savage Race has to offer. Crawl your way under 100 feet of barbed wire caked in the best mud you've ever encountered. Grab a friend, because mud hugs are contagious. Completion Rate: 97%
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Barn Door
Obstacle:
Barn Door
A unique take on your conventional 8 foot wall. Barn Doors allow for a more timely scaling of the obstacle as hand and foot holds are easy to come by. Scoot over this obstacle with ease, and be on your way. Watch out for splinters. Completion Rate: 90%
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Slippery Incline Wall
Obstacle:
Slippery Incline Wall
Slippery Incline Wall can be intimidating when you first come up to it on the course. Get a running start on this 16 foot long, 12 foot high incline or else you'll be out of luck getting the conveniently placed rope. Occasionally, we'll throw some water onto the ascent to make it more of a challenge. With a firm footing, you'll have no problem getting up this bad boy. Completion Rate: 65%
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Shriveled Richard
Obstacle:
Shriveled Richard
With 60,000 pounds of ice, Shriveled Richard is no joke. The bone chilling experience will take your breath away as soon as you dive in. It's no time to be timid. To add to the experience, you have to completely submerge yourself halfway through the obstacle. It's time to start taking cold showers. Completion Rate: 70%
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Colossus Slide
Obstacle:
Colossus Slide
Once you've scaled the front side of Colossus, there's only one way down. The Colossus Slide is a near vertical drop at the top of the 24 foot tall structure. Feel gravity take over as you hit lightning speed while being flung into the water below. No training needed for this one. Just enjoy the adrenaline rush! Completion Rate: 88%
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Kiss My Walls
Obstacle:
Kiss My Walls
Get a grip! Kiss My Walls will leave your fingers begging for mercy if you can complete this obstacle. With a 24 foot traverse and a one inch grip space, you better start working out those digits. Slow and steady will get you through this one. Completion Rate: 79%
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Me So Thorny
Obstacle:
Me So Thorny
Me So Thorny is the tightest barbed wire crawl you will ever encounter. With barbed wire on top and to the left and right of you, there is very little room for error on this obstacle. Using your upper body strength, you will need to crawl with care. Completion Rate: 77%
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BIG CHEESE
Obstacle:
BIG CHEESE
One glimpse at this obstacle and you’ll know why it’s the Big Cheese. Strategize carefully as the holes are about as random as on a slice of Swiss. Completion Rate: 90%
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Mud Walls
Obstacle:
Mud Walls
A little twist on the classic up and over, this five foot high obstacle will get your heart pumping and your lower body covered in mud. From the thick clay in Georgia to the sticky peat in Florida, you're going to battle through this obstacle. Good luck running at your normal pace after this one. Completion Rate: 85%
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Lumberjack Lane
Obstacle:
Lumberjack Lane
This isn't your average heavy object carry. Savages lug over a combined 2000 pounds of lumber throughout a race. Depending on the venue, you'll be sloshing through swamps, trudging through mud, or laboring up mountain sides for 1000 feet. Don't forget, badasses grab two! Completion Rate: 80%
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It’s time to put yourself to the test.
Savage Race is the world’s premier obstacle course challenge and admission is worth every penny. If it helps just think of it as a free race included with your really expensive glass of beer.
What's Included
- EVENT ADMISSION
- A BEER
- T-SHIRT
- A SHINY MEDAL
- CHIP TIMING
- ACTION PHOTOS
- MUD IN YOUR UNDERWEAR
Due to extreme obstacles, this venue requires additional insurance.
A $15 surcharge will be added. No refunds.
PRICING SCHEDULE:
| Early Bird Discount | Through | Closed - $ |
| Savage Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Standard Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Late Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Last Minute Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Procrastinator Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Early Bird Discount | Through | Closed - $ |
| Savage Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Standard Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Late Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Last Minute Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
| Procrastinator Entry | Aug 18 through | Closed - $ |
Spectators
Curious to see what all the hype is about but just not quite sure you are ready to tackle some of the world’s best obstacles? Sign up as a spectator and you’ll receive an all access pass to explore the course. Get up close and personal with all the obstacles without risking the the muddy consequences!
Each spectator gets a full color course map complete with photos of all of the obstacles to help you navigate the course. Use this to get to the best obstacles in time to take the perfect picture or simply show your support. Spectator passes are also ideal for independent photographers, bloggers and journalist. We guarantee once you witness one of our courses first hand, you’ll be eager to sign up as an official Savage Race runner next time around!
Spectator passes are $15 online until the Friday before the event and $25 onsite.
SPECTATOR REGISTRATIONTEAMS
THE BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE SAVAGE RACE
Savage Race is more fun when you run with your friends, gym, or co-workers. There is no limit to the size of your team, so don’t be shy, invite everyone you think is ready for the time of their life. You’ll be glad you did once you come face-to-face with Colossus!
Not all team members need to register at the exact same time. After a team is created, anyone can join later, so be sure you lock in your team ASAP. The earlier you register, the more likely your team will get your requested start time. Even if waves are full, we will ensure you don’t get separated from your teammates.
Already on a team? Invite your buddies to join you with our Team Center.
Take your Savage Experience to the next level.
To be eligible for SavagePRO age group awards and cash prizes, you must register for the SavagePRO wave at 9:00 AM on Saturday only. SavagePRO costs $30 more than open heats.
Overall Awards & Cash Prizes: (male and female)
1st Place Overall: $1,000; Gold Medal; Savage Axe
2nd Place Overall: $500; Silver Medal
3rd Place Overall: $250; Bronze Medal
Age Group Awards: (66 total awards, male and female)
1st Place in Age Group: Gold Medal
2nd Place in Age Group: Silver Medal
3rd Place in Age Group: Bronze Medal
Where kids are
encouraged to run wild.
Even the kids can join in on the Savage Race action! The Savage Junior Race is a great way to get the kids involved in the day’s festivities and provide an adventurous memory they won’t soon forget. The race will feature 10-12 junior obstacles laid out on a challenging 1/2 mile course.
Each Savage Junior will receive an official Savage Race finisher medal, a T-shirt, a race bib and a huge smile!
Ages: 12 and under
Times: 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM on race day
Registration: $35 online or $45 on-site. One spectator pass is included.
FOR REPEAT SAVAGES
Savage Syndicate is a loyalty program designed to reward participants who run in two or more events within a single calendar year (this means between January 1 and December 31 of the same year). After you qualify, you can pick up your own Syndicate medal and state pins onsite at your qualifying race. Then you can peacock around the festival area showing off the goods. You earned it! The Syndicate medals are HUGE, and the state pins are pretty sick too. Trust us, people will notice.
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