Come join the CUPS team in the TriState Spartan Race next October 28th in Vernon, NJ! If you like outdoor activities and would like to challenge yourself in a friendly and fun environment, this event is for you!
The Spartan Sprint is the beginner level of the Spartan Race, an obstacle course run that combines 3-5 miles of trail running (or walking) with 23-25 obstacles, mud included! Finishers receive a super cool medal, a free t-shirt and free beer at the end.
If you volunteer at this event, you also get to do the race for free (a $15 insurance fee applies)! What are you waiting for? Come join us and become a Spartan with CUPS!
FAQs
What is the planned schedule for the day?
Departure from New York: 7am
Arrival on site: 8.30am
Race starting time: 10.15am
In order to accomodate for racing and volunteering on the same day, the CUPS team will be part of the Morning heat starting at 10:15am. Afternoon shifts for volunteering usually start at 1.00pm and you will still need to shower after the race to get rid of all the mud!
It is recommended to arrive at least one and a half hour before the starting time to find parking, take the 20-minute shuttle from the parking site to the venue, check-in your backpack, and proceed to registration to get your bib number and tracker.
Where can I find more information about the event?
You can visit the official event webpage here:
https://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/3865/overview?lnv&filter=sprint
Where can I find more information about voluntering and associated perks?
Find out more about volunteering on the "Volunteers" tab on the right hand side of this webpage:
https://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/3865/volunteers?lnv
If you are interested in volunteering, you can use this link directly:
https://register.chronotrack.com/reg/external-link-ref?la=c1501750fd0fcf8505f50a2ba46eec6797edf3ee
How much do I have to pay to participate in this event?
VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers do not pay for volunteering and get access to a free race (do not forget to checkout with the Spartan staff at the end of your shift).
RACERS: If you volunteer at the event, either on Saturday 27th, or the day of the race, Sunday 28th, you only pay the insurance fee on site (around $15 per person). If you are not available to volunteer, you will have to register in advance online and pay for your attendance. Please check current prices on the official event website:
https://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/3865/overview?lnv&filter=sprint
SPECTATORS: You can attend this event as a spectator. The cost is $20 for online registration and $25 on site.
What can I bring into the event?
WHAT TO BRING
Your ID
Barcode if you registered and paid online to race (print or save your registration barcode to your phone)
Towel & extra (dry) clothes
What not to bring:
Outside food and drink (racers, fuel for the race is OK)
Your pets
Negative Attitude
WHAT TO WEAR
There’s no dress code, but you’ll be running in mud and water, climbing hills and mountains, under barbed wire and jumping fire. Our elites recommend: performance gear (NOT COTTON), water packs, compression underwear, Clif bars and energy gel. Advice from experience: is to race in what you train in - new shoes on race day are NOT recommended.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Access by car is the most convenient option, so if you have a car and are willing to bring some people with you, please let us know so we can carpool since parking is limited at the venue.
All racer and spectator parking is located off site at 200 Route 94, Vernon, NJ 07462. Parking is $10 per car. $20 per van. $50 per bus or RV. CASH ONLY. The parking lot is a 20 minute shuttle ride to the race venue. Space is limited, so please carpool.
There is the possibility to have access to Preferred Parking for $30 per car. You must register for a preferred parking pass in advance. Check the official event website for more info here: https://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/3865/overview?lnv&filter=sprint
What can I bring into the event?
WHAT TO BRING
Your ID
Barcode (print or save your registration barcode to your phone. Click here for instructions on how to find it.)
Towel & extra (dry) clothes
Recommended: Headlamp and Camelback
Head on over to the Mobile Locker Truck for secure storage for your valuables
What not to bring:
Outside food and drink (racers, fuel for the race is OK)
Your pets
Negative Attitude
WHAT TO WEAR
There’s no dress code, but you’ll be running in mud and water, climbing hills and mountains, under barbed wire and jumping fire.
Our elites recommend: performance gear (NOT COTTON), water packs, compression underwear, Clif bars and energy gel. Advice from experience: is to race in what you train in - new shoes on race day are NOT recommended.
Why are there two types of tickets available for these event?
This is a two-days event. If there is enough people interested in volunteering on the 27th, Saturday afternoon, we can also organize the trip as a group. If this is your case, please register also for volunteering on Saturday afternoon.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please contact Micaela at [email protected] for any questions.
