Malans Peak – Running Up For Air

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2024-02-23

Feb 23, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Malans Peak – Running Up For Air

29th Street and Buchanan Ave

Ogden UT, 84401

USA

Entry Fee $80
(Lowest or Early Registration)

Entry Fee 2 $140
(Highest or Late Registration)

Prize Money: no

Distance(s):

  • 6H, 12H, 24H

Series: Running Up For Air

Type: Ultra

Starting Elevation: 4764

Percent of the course on un-paved trails: 100%

First Year of the Event: 2019

Description:

Running Up For Air (aka RUFA) is a 6, 12, or 24 hour winter endurance challenge that takes place on Malans Peak on the east bench of Ogden City. Each “lap” starts and finishes at the 29th Street Trailhead (29th Street and Buchanan Ave, Ogden). Elevation at the start is 4764’. The route climbs roughly 2300′ to the top of Malans Peak topping out at 6904’. Runners will retrace their steps and return to the trailhead for a total of six miles. The first .75 mile is a gradual climb of 300’ right before entering Taylor Canyon. The next two miles quickly become steep finishing off the next 2,000’ of gain to the peak. Repeat this as many times as possible until you Refuse To Continue (RTC). The time of year (February!) is intentional as it coincides with the latter part of the winter inversion “season”. Given the time of year the route is almost entirely snow covered and can easily involve harsh winter mountain conditions. This is winter running at its finest! Prepare for ice and wind depending on the weather. Spikes or shoe screws are recommended once entering the canyon if ice is present.

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Past Event Dates

Held on Feb 23, 2024

Held on Feb 24, 2023

Held on Feb 04, 2022

Held on Feb 21, 2020

Held on Feb 09, 2019

Event Results

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