Austin Spartan Super 10K at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, Texas on May 15, 2021. (Photo: Ralph Arvesen)
Spartan Super 10K Race
Spartan Super is a 10 km, 25 obstacle race that blends speed, endurance and technical skill. Supers are built to always keep you guessing, testing your athleticism and mental fortitude over rugged terrain. This race separates athletes from Spartans. The Super is a Spartan Trifecta eligible event.
The Super is off-road, so you’ll need gear to get you through dirt, water, and mud. Wear a sturdy pair of trail running shoes with good grip. If you’re racing in the cold, you might consider layers or compression for warmth. Some Spartans cover their arms and legs for comfort during crawls and carries. You’ll have access to regular hydration points at aid stations.
If you’re new to this sport, one of best preparations is to complete a Spartan Sprint. You’ll get a solid understanding of the demands of obstacle course racing. If you’ve raced before, 10K training plans are a good start. You’ll also want to practice actual heavy carries, and work on overhead grip strength. Spartan has specific training plans to help you.
List of obstacles (in order):
- Over Walls
- 6' Wall
- Inverted Wall
- Multi-rig
- Atlas Carry
- 7' Wall
- Twister
- Bender
- Pipe Lair
- The Box
- Olympus
- Stairway To Sparta
- Beater
- Barbed Wire Crawl
- Vertical Cargo
- Sandbag Carry
- Bridge
- Spear Throw
- Z Walls
- Tire Flip
- Rolling Mud
- Dunk Wall
- Hercules Hoist
- Rope Climb
- Bucket Carry
- A Frame Cargo
- Monkey Bars
- Slip Wall
- Fire Jump
Spartan
Founded in 2010 by CEO Joe De Sena, Spartan is the world’s largest obstacle race and endurance brand. Beyond engaging more than 7 million participants in the more than 300 race events, the Spartan lifestyle spans more than 45 countries and encompasses a global championship series, training and nutrition programs, health and wellness products and a range of media entities.
Spartan’s militaristic-style obstacle races have seen more than 7 million participants jump through fire and over the finish line after pushing their bodies and minds to limit across miles of unforgiving terrain while conquering signature obstacles such as the spear throw, bucket brigade and barbed wire crawl.
Race events include three distances: the 5K 20 obstacle “Sprint;” 10K, 25 obstacle “Super;” and 21K, 30 obstacle “Beast,” which, when completed in one race season earns competitors the coveted “Trifecta” medal. All races are timed and feature Elite, Competitive and Open heats, along with Spartan Kids races designed to challenge youth ages four to 14 with special obstacles and trails.
Reveille Peak Ranch
Reveille Peak Ranch is the Texas Hill Country at its finest, combining a love for the land with the spirit of adventure. A 1,300-acre outdoor event and adventure center just outside of Burnet, Texas, Reveille Peak Ranch provides the beauty and thrill of the natural outdoors, while still being just an hour from Austin.
Whether you're looking for some of the best mountain biking and hiking trails in Texas or need a place to stop the RV for a few nights, Reveille Peak Ranch provides an experience like no other.
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