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About Margaret Schlachter

Margaret is Editor-in-Chief of Mud Run Guide. She has been part of the OCR Community since 2010. When not working on the next article she can be found running from race-to-race as a competitor. She founded DirtinYourSkirt.com, an OCR community for women as well as former contributing editor for Mud and Obstacle Magazine and industry expert for About.com. She authored the book Obstacle Race Training.

Spartan Race World Championship Returns to Tahoe in 2017

By |November 21st, 2016|

Spartan Race World Championships will officially be returning to Lake Tahoe, California for another year. Mud Run Guide received word earlier today that the series world championship will be back in Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe in 2017. 2017 will mark the third year Spartan Race has hosted their world championship at the former Olympic venue. In 2017, athletes will be competing for over $500,000 in cash and prizes.

Team Ninja Warrior Goes Back to School

By |November 16th, 2016|

Team Ninja Warrior has gone back to school with a new 5-episode miniseries, Team Ninja Warrior College Madness. The Ninja Warrior franchise is expanding. This time the teams consist of college students racing for their colleges. The new mini-series is set to air on November 22 on Esquire Network.

2016 World’s Toughest Mudder Results

By |November 14th, 2016|

The 6th annual Worlds Toughest Mudder is now in the history books. Athletes limp their way home after a grueling 24-hours in the desert at Lake las Vegas. Athletes are already recounting the endless stories from the desert overnight which included two teams passing the 100-mile mark and three individual men. Marking a first in Tough Mudder history in Lake Las Vegas.

Mud Run Guide’s 2016 Best Of OCR Awards – Nominations Closed

By |November 14th, 2016|

The Mud Run Guide Best of... Awards are back for the third year. It’s time for you to nominate the best of 2016 - best race series, clubs, athletes, moments, influencers, and more. Relive all the best OCR moments of 2016 as the industry looks ahead to the 2017 season. Mud Run Guide needs YOUR help in deciding who the finalists are again this year. We have empowered the OCR community to bring forth nominations for each of the 2016 MRG Best Of ... categories. You will be the ones to help us choose the most memorable moments, people, and events.

2016 World’s Toughest Mudder Photo Essay

By |November 13th, 2016|

World's Toughest Mudder is in the books for 2016! Tomorrow marks the formal award ceremonies and brunch were top athletes will receive prizes, kettlebells, and some fo those coveted orange blazers. Until then it is time to revisit the last thirty or so hours in the desert with some of the most inspiring and crazy people around.

Day 2 at World’s Toughest Mudder – Registration Day Photo Essay

By |November 11th, 2016|

Mud Run Guide is on the ground for comprehensive coverage of the 2016 World's Toughest Mudder. While racing does not start until Saturday at noon the WTM festivities have already begun in Lake Las Vegas. Today athletes checked in and set up their pit areas. The excitement in the air was palpable the start is less than a day away.

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Day 1 at 2016 World’s Toughest Mudder

By |November 11th, 2016|

Mud Run Guide is on the ground fro comprehensive coverage of the 2016 World's Toughest Mudder. While racing does not start until Saturday at noon the WTM festivities have already begun in Lake Las Vegas. Today started with a press conference and media course walkthrough, finishing the day with the annual S-A-W-C-K party at Camp Rhino put on by Matty Gregg and benefiting Saint Baldricks. We give you highlights of the day below.

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2016 World’s Toughest Mudder Press Conference.

By |November 10th, 2016|

2016 World's Toughest Mudder kicked off today with a press conference at Lake Las Vegas, Nevada less than a mile away from this year's race. The press conference was anchored by the three-time World's Toughest Mudder Champion Amelia Boone. The panel featured CBS Sports Producers, elite athletes, Team Rubicon representatives, and other Tough Mudder Officials.

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Tough Mudder Reveals New Obstacles for 2017

By |November 10th, 2016|

Today, Tough Mudder revealed new obstacles for the 2017 season. Some of which will show up this weekend at World's Toughest Mudder. The new obstacles include Augustus Gloop, The Reach Around, Artic Enema - The Rebirth, and Funky Monkey. The new obstacles also Legionnaire exclusives - Kong, Snot Rocket, Stage 5 Clinger, and Black Hole.

Spartan Race Releases 2017 Race Schedule

By |November 9th, 2016|

Today, Spartan Race released the US 2017 Race Schedule. Athletes can start planning out their trifectas and plotting their season schedules. Check out all the dates and locations below.

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