Tuscaloosa Gauntlet
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (April 18, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Tuscaloosa Gauntlet is an obstacle course race in Tuscaloosa on April 17, 2027, over 5 miles (8 km) with an 8:00 a.m. start. It is organized by the Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority, Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports and the Alabama Marines Foundation.
With more than 20 obstacles, including a regulation Marine Corps course, it caters to competitive racers and first-timers alike. The event offers competitive, open and team categories, plus a kids' race. The course changes every year, with new obstacles added to raise the level of difficulty.
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