- Choose Tight, Moisture-Wicking Fabrics. ...
- Leave Your Valuables at Home. ...
- Wear Mud-Ready Running Shoes. ...
- Chafe-Proof Your Mud Run Outfit. ...
- Take Your Gear for a Test Drive. ...
- Pack Throwaway Layers for Chilly Mornings. ...
- Bring a Change of Clothes.
Do you get a free shirt at Tough Mudder?
You'll get a free t-shirt or vest Everyone loves a freebie and when you sign up to complete Tough Mudder for most charities, they'll give you a branded t-shirt or vest to run in. That way you don't have to worry about getting mud on your favourite running shirt.28 feb 2018
Can beginners do Tough Mudder?
But beginners can absolutely participate in Tough Mudders. Tough Mudder courses are engineered so that teamwork is essential. It's best to buddy up if you're new to obstacle course racing, or fitness in general, so you have someone to help you get through the toughest obstacles.24 mar 2020
Is Tough Mudder really hard?
OK, fine, Tough Mudder isn't that hard. It is a moderate-distance run peppered with stuff to jump over and climb through. More than 3 million people have taken part in Tough Mudder events; the number wouldn't be so high if it were as difficult as everyone makes out.3 sept 2018
Is Tough Mudder in administration?
5th February 2020 It has been reported today that Tough Mudder has gone into administration. ... Tickets already purchased remain valid but for those purchased during the administration period, they will be subject to Tough Mudder's refund policy if the events are cancelled.13 feb 2020
Why did Tough Mudder go bust?
Earlier in 2020, Tough Mudder was placed into administration in the UK, following accusations that its founders had ignored the interests of creditors by holding out for a larger share of the company's proposed sale to rival Spartan Race.21 feb 2020
Who bought out Tough Mudder?
Spartan
Has anyone died doing Tough Mudder?
Injuries can happen — but most are preventable Tough Mudder has gotten some negative press over the years as participants have been injured, and even died, as a result of some of the obstacles. There was a drowning death at a race in the last obstacle called Walk the Plank in 2013.19 nov 2019
Does Tough Mudder give you a shirt?
When you finish your Tough Mudder event, you will receive the following: Finisher Headband. Finisher T-Shirt.
How should I dress for a Tough Mudder?
For most participants though comfort is their top priority. We suggest leggings, shorts and t-shirts made from tight, moisture-wicking fabrics which won't hold water or get snagged on barbed wire. It's important to check the weather before you decide on your event OOTD (that's outfit of the day).15 jun 2021
Has anyone ever died doing a Tough Mudder?
Avishek was the first death at a Tough Mudder since the event began in 2010, though he was not the first to die at an obstacle race. The Baltimore Sun reports that two men died after a 2011 Warrior Dash event in the Kansas City area and another drowned at a 2012 Original Mud Run in Texas.30 jun 2016
What should I bring to Tough Mudder?
- A Reusable Water Bottle.
- Anti-Chafe Cream.
- Trail Shoes.
- Change of Clothing + Sandals.
- Pre, During, and Post-Race Fuel.
- Gloves.
- Sunscreen.
- ID + Waivers.
How long do Tough Mudders take?
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? The average finish time for a Tough Mudder 5K is 1-2 hours; for Tough Mudder 10K it's 2.5-3 hours; for Tough Mudder 15K (Classic in 2021 events) it's 3.5-4 hours.
How fit do you have to be for a Tough Mudder?
Ok, let's be real: you need a basic level of fitness to do a mud run. But that's about it. You don't have to be an Olympic athlete, and no worries if you've never run 10 miles straight in your life. Tough Mudder does offer a boot camp, but if you can run 3-5 miles without stopping you're in fine shape.