Savage Race & Savage Blitz Georgia Spring 2023

WEATHER DELAY – START TIMES WILL GO OFF ONE HOUR LATER THAN ASSIGNED. 10:00 AM WILL BE THE FIRST SAVAGEPRO START TIME OF THE DAY.

We at Savage HQ have been monitoring the weather closely the last several days and it is expected that a severe storm system will be over Dallas, GA early Saturday morning. The safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff is paramount and so we have decided that it is in everyone’s best interest to delay the event by one hour.

What does this mean?

• If you are a participant that was scheduled to run at 9:00 AM, you will now be starting at 10:00 am. If you are a participant that was scheduled to run at 11:00 AM, you will now be starting at 12:00 PM.
• 1:00 PM will be the last start time.
• SavagePRO runners will have a cutoff time of 12:30 PM.
• If you are a volunteer with a 7:00AM arrival time, your new arrival time will be 8:00AM.
• SavageJR will begin at 1:00PM.

If there are any additional updates, they will be posted in the Savage Race Weather Center and our social media pages.

Saturday, 3/25 – First start time is 10:00 AM. Last start time is 1:00 PM.

This is a CASHLESS event. Please be sure to have a credit/debit card or contactless payment method ready for purchases you may wish to make.

RACE DAY INFORMATION

STEP 1: Pre-pay for parking, optional bag check, and future race tickets – CLICK HERE
STEP 2: Look up your bib number and start time – CLICK HERE
STEP 3: WAIVER – You’ll need to turn in a hard copy onsite to receive your bib packet. Download, print, and fill out your waiver before race day – CLICK HERE
STEP 4: Don’t forget your ID. You will need it to check in.
STEP 5: Please read below for more important race day information.

***PRO Runners ONLY:

SavagePRO start times will be emailed out separately from open start times. The bib list links will be updated once the times have been finalized.

The SavagePRO start times will be split up into five minute intervals. These intervals will go off starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 9:15 AM on Saturday. In order for us to assign your official starting time you will need to fill out this survey to aid us in appropriate wave time interval placements. If you do not fill out this questionnaire you will be placed into one of the later wave time intervals for SavagePRO. Only those placed in the 9:00 AM (Male) or 9:05 AM (Female) wave time intervals will be eligible for the top 3 male or female overall podium placements. All others will still be eligible for age group awards.

Deadline: Tuesday, 3/21, 11:59 PM

Fill out the PRO survey here.

THANKS TO OUR RACE PARTNERS

HOIST is Powerful, IV-Level hydration. We’re proud to be one of only three electrolytes approved by the Department of Defense. America’s Warfighters are hydrating with HOIST around the globe – and for this we are PROUD. HOIST’s scientifically-proven formulation absorbs directly into the bloodstream for hydration when you need it most. 3x the electrolytes, half the sugar as traditional sports drinks, no artificial sweeteners or dyes, Made in the USA. At your breaking point, we’re here to HOIST you up. 

We are excited to announce that Go Brewing is the official non-alcoholic beer partner for the 2023 Savage Race season!

Go Brewing makes non-alcoholic craft beer that tastes incredible. Order online and save 15% by using code Savage15.

GOBREWING.COM

Pre-Pay Parking Instructions

Savage Race parking is available for $15 per car and $30 for RVs or buses on race day. VIP parking will be available for $25. PRE-PAY HERE.

Event Location:

Moonlight Stables
2462 Harmony Grove Church Road
Dallas, GA 30132
Google Maps

BIB NUMBERS & START TIMES

DOWNLOAD BIB NUMBERS AND START TIMES HERE

*Know your assigned start time before you arrive on race day. If you do not know your start time or bib number, scan the QR code that will be posted on event signage at the event. If you paid for an early start time you will receive an event specific wristband that will be checked at the start corral.

If you registered after 3/13 11:59 PM – Your race time is:

• Saturday, 3/25 – 11:30 AM for Race or Blitz
• Or you may join your team
• Or if you are registered for two laps to earn your Syndicate, start your full-length Savage Race (6 mi. course) lap at 9:30 am. Start your second lap when you’re ready to do so.

*Participants may move to a later start time, but not earlier. Teams and groups may always run together in one of the later-assigned start times. The last start time of the day is 12:00 PM on Saturday.

Purchase the optional premium start time upgrade for your open Race or Blitz here (does not apply to SavagePRO heats), PRE-PAY HERE.

WAIVERS

Print and fill out your waiver(s) before race day:

• Participant waiver – CLICK HERE
• Spectator waiver – CLICK HERE
• Volunteer waiver – CLICK HERE

Course Map

Download the course map

Check-in Process

Participants
After you’ve parked, please make your way to the entrance of the event. Make your way to the BIB PICKUP tent with a hard copy of your signed waiver and photo ID in hand and head to the BIB PICKUP lane that corresponds with your bib number.

You will then receive your race packet that contains:

• Timing Chip
• Strap for Timing Chip
• Race Bib
• Safety Pins

***SavagePROs: You will also receive a Velcro wristband with a second timing chip.  You MUST wear both wristbands and timing chips to be eligible for cash prizes and age group awards

Loop the strap through the timing chip and attach it to your wrist.

Remove your BEER TAB from the bib and put it in a safe place (in your bag or in your vehicle). You will not receive your beer if you do not present the tab at the beer tent after you race.

Using the safety pins, attach the bib to an article of clothing you will be wearing during the race. Make sure it’s visible from the front so that the race photographers will be able to identify you for your action photos!

If you would like to check a bag, take it to the BAG CHECK tent. Bag check is $10 per bag. Card or contactless payment only. NO CASH. 

Head to the big black arch labeled START and get warmed up until your start time.

Spectators

With your signed spectator waiver in hand, head to any check-in lane if you are prepaid, or go to the SavageJR check-in tent if you are purchasing a spectator pass on race day.

• Prepaid spectators: please go to any CHECK-IN lane. Your name or the name of the person who purchased the spectator pass will be on the check in, pre-paid list for verification
• Day-of spectator pass purchases can be made onsite at the SavageJR check-in tent for $30 ($22 online before race day. Registration closes Friday night before the race at 11:59 PM)

PURCHASE $22 SPECTATOR PASSES HERE. Registration closes 3/24, 11:59 PM.

GENERAL INFORMATION

When to Arrive
Start times will be enforced. Parking and registration opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday. First start time is at 9:00 AM on Saturday.

What you Need to Bring

• Photo ID
• Know your bib number and start time – BIB NUMBERS AND START TIMES
• A hard copy of your participant waiver – initialed, signed and ready to turn in in exchange for your bib packet – WAIVER DOWNLOAD
• Appropriate footwear is highly recommended! Note: you will get muddy! No metal cleats
• Spending money for extra beer, bag check, parking, and awesome Savage Race merchandise. Cash will not be accepted as payment anywhere onsite. Credit cards only. (Pre-pay for parking, bag check, and future tickets here)
• Change of clothes and a towel. Yes, we have a cold wash station.
• A bag to store your valuables in at our optional bag check. (Cost is $10 per bag. Pre-pay here)
• A great attitude. We expect Savages to encourage each other through the course.

What to Leave at Home:
Do not bring any of the following items to Savage Race:

• No metal cleats
• Tents
• Coolers and outside food
• Glass containers
• Pets (service dogs are okay)
• Crappy attitudes
• Weapons of any kind

Optional Bag Check
We will have an optional bag check available for $10, credit/debit card or contactless payment only; NO CASH. Please make sure to have your own bag if you want to check something. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.  Pre-pay for bag check here

Beer Ticket – Don’t Lose It!
We want you to receive your hard-earned beer. Each participant over 21 will have a beer ticket attached to their bib. Make sure you remove the ticket from the bib prior to the event. If you lose it, you will not be able to get your beer.

Lost and Found Items
We will have a lost and found located at the bag check tent on race day. Please be aware that not all items are turned in to us, and we are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

If you lose something while at the event, please submit your information here: Lost and found form. Be as descriptive as possible!

**WARNING – Those running with smart watches and cameras are susceptible to losing them in our mud and water obstacles. It’s always a good idea to place your contact information on or in valuable items. Be sure to secure all items while on the course. You have been warned! All lost electronic items will require a $75 return fee for processing and shipping to the rightful owner of the lost item. *NOTE: Not all lost items are recovered and we cannot guarantee their return.

Race Day Registrations
Race day registrations will be available for purchase at the information table. Credit cards, debits cards, and contactless payment will be accepted; NO CASH:

$189 Savage Race Open
$219 SavagePRO
$179 Savage Blitz Open
$50 SavageJR

Cancellations and Transfers
Participants can cancel or transfer their registration in advance of the event by contacting our customer service department at savagerace.com/contact. The cost to transfer a registration is $30.

Registration transfers can be made on race day at the information tent for $30. CARD ONLY. For all information regarding registration transfers, please click here.

***PRO Runners ONLY:

SavagePRO start times will be emailed out separately from open start times. The bib list links will be updated once the times have been finalized.

The SavagePRO start times will be split up into five minute intervals. These intervals will go off starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 9:15 AM on Saturday. In order for us to assign your official starting time you will need to fill out this survey to aid us in appropriate wave time interval placements. If you do not fill out this questionnaire you will be placed into one of the later wave time intervals for SavagePRO. Only those placed in the 9:00 AM (Male) or 9:05 AM (Female) wave time intervals will be eligible for the top 3 male or female overall podium placements. All others will still be eligible for age group awards.

Deadline: Tuesday, 3/21, 11:59 PM

Fill out the PRO survey here.

Weather
We do not intend to cancel or delay Savage Race due to inclement weather. We will let you know on our Weather Update Center page if anything changes. Unpredictable weather conditions mean that unexpected race day changes are possible for our event. Please roll with the punches. Generally speaking, we won’t cancel the event for a rainy, wet day. However, lightning, tornadoes, strong winds, and flooding may provide cause for delays or postponement. Pay attention to the Weather Update Center or to the Savage Race Facebook page for further updates.

SavagePRO 

Start times

The SavagePRO  start times will be split up into five minute intervals. These intervals will go off starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 9:15 AM.

Eligibility
To be eligible for SavagePRO overall and age group awards, athletes must register for a SavagePRO start time on Saturday. Upgrades can be made at the information tent on race day.

• All upgrades must be completed by 8:30 AM.
  • $30 to upgrade from Race open to SavagePRO
  • $60 to upgrade from Blitz open to SavagePRO
  • $30 to upgrade from Blitz open to Race open

SavagePRO Overall Awards and Cash Prize Structure (male and female)

*Only those who run in the 9:00 AM first male start time or the 9:05 AM first female start time are eligible for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall awards and cash prizes.

SavagePRO Point Series – Georgia Spring 2023
1st Place Overall: Savage Axe; Gold Medal; $1250
2nd Place Overall: Silver Medal; $750
3rd Place Overall: Bronze Medal; $350

Age Group 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

SavagePRO Ceremony
Once the race results have been finalized, awards will be given out on the main stage at 11:45 AM on Saturday. You must pick up your award at the event; they will not be mailed post-race.

DOWNLOAD SAVAGEPRO RULES
*All athletes are required to know the rules before they enter the starting corral on race day.

Spectator Information

• All spectators, including minors, must bring a signed hard copy waiver prior to admittance.
• Exclusive access to the ENTIRE course
• Access to awesome Savage Race merchandise and sponsor giveaways and samples
• Spectator tickets are $22 online until the Friday night before the race at 11:59 PM, or $30 at the gate. Children 12 & under are welcome at no cost as spectators.
• All pre-paid spectator passes can be retrieved at any CHECK-IN lane on race day. The pass will either be under the spectator’s name OR the name of the person who purchased it.

CLICK HERE FOR SPECTATOR REGISTRATION. Registration closes 3/24, 11:59 PM.

DOWNLOAD SPECTATOR WAIVER HERE

SavageJR
We have two races for our JR Savages.  For those 8 and under, the course is about a 1/3 mile loop with 10 kid-sized obstacles.  For the 8 to 12 year olds, we have a longer course that is about 1 mile. For that race, we have added additional, more challenging obstacles. SavageJR runners are encouraged to pick the course that they are most comfortable with.  Even the youngest Savages can get dirty and join in on the fun. SavageJR will take place at 12:00 PM on Saturday. Each SavageJR registration comes with one complementary spectator pass.

• This complementary spectator must check in with the JR at the JR check tent. All other spectators over the age of 12 must purchase a spectator pass
• Please do not attempt to check in any sooner than 11:00 AM on Saturday.
• Online registration is $40. Race day registration is $50 per child.
• Online registration is available until Friday night before the race at 11:59 PM.
• Check-in for the kids race will be located at the SavageJR tent.
• Bib number – SavageJR runners will be given a bib number at check-in. They are not on the bib list with adult runners.
  

CLICK HERE FOR SAVAGEJR REGISTRATION

DOWNLOAD SAVAGEJR WAIVER

Future Ticket

MUST BE PICKED UP ONSITE AT THIS EVENT ONLY. NOTHING WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.

You can purchase your next Savage Race registration for a future event weekend at a STEEP discount on race day. Due to such high demand, we recommend that you prepay online beforehand and reserve your future ticket code(s). Whether you prepay online or sign up on race day, head to the black Future Registration/Syndicate tent in the festival area to claim your voucher, Train Savage t-shirt, and wristband.

Pricing
Savage Race – $105
Savage Blitz – $95
SavagePRO – $135

Purchase Future Registration Vouchers Here

*Voucher codes can ONLY be used on future event weekends and may not be used to race on Saturday, 3/25.

Savager Hunt

What is it? – During each event day, 3 small wooden axes will be hidden somewhere on the Savage Race course. Event participants are encouraged to keep an eye out and try to locate the hidden rewards.

What do I get? – Anyone who discovers an Axe can bring it to the Main Stage in the festival area to receive their reward. They also get to keep the Axe!

Axe Rewards:

• Red Axe: You’ve won a race entry!
• White Axe: $50 Savage Merch Voucher
• Blue Axe: $25 Savage Merch Voucher

What do the Axes look like? – At 6” tall, the Hunt Axes are a miniature of our awards for the first place overall finisher. Each Axe is painted either red, white, or blue, and coded with a unique serial number.

What are the rules? –

• Savager Hunt is for Race/ Blitz participants only! Spectators are ineligible.
• All 3 Axes will be hidden before the event, somewhere along the RACE course.
• When you find an Axe, it must stay with you through the remainder of the course.
• Axes are not required to complete obstacles with you. (don’t leave it behind!)
• Axes must be brought to the stage upon completion of the course. (for reporting)
• Axes will not be placed outside course tape boundaries.
• Axes will not be within 100’ of the Start or Finish areas.

How do I know what Axes are still hidden? – As each Axe is found and reported to the stage, our emcee at the stage will keep track of how many are left, and report updates regularly.

What if no Axes get found? – If Axes still remain for too long, the stage emcee will begin giving hints on stage until each one is found. Our goal is for each Axe to go home with a lucky winner each event.

Photos & Results
We know you will be anxiously waiting for your results and action photos immediately after the race, so here’s what you need to know:

Results
A link to the results will be posted the night of the event on the event page. Click Here.

Action Photos
Action photos will be posted on the event page by Monday after the event.  It takes some time to tag all of the photos, so please be patient.  Click Here.

How to Find Us

• Join the Savage Syndicate Group on Facebook.
• Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Like and follow us for updates!
• For all other questions, please check our FAQ.
• If your question is still not answered, please contact us.