2024 Seattle Tough Mudder Event Day Program User Guide

2024 Seattle Tough Mudder Event Day Program

HOW TO GET HERE

GENERAL PARKING: 31615 Lake Sawyer Rd. SE Black Diamond, WA 98010

Note: There will be no access to Tough Mudder event parking from SR 169, although SR 169 will be open to vehicle traffic.

DROP OFF INFORMATION:
Drop off/pick up for rideshare apps and friends/family is permitted at the general parking area.

TRAVEL & LODGING

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ATTENTION SATURDAY PARTICIPANTS

On Saturday, August 17, 2024, the Lake Meridian Triathlon will be taking place at the same time as the 2024 Tough Mudder Seattle event. The triathlon bike & run routes use major roads and will affect traffic getting to the Tough Mudder event at Palmer Coking Coal Company. We do expect major traffic congestion and delays from 7:00 am – 11:00 am, with delays continuing into the afternoon as the Lake Meridian Triathlon event concludes. Please review the information below to best plan your alternate routes to the Tough Mudder event. The largest congestion points will be at:

1. Kent-Kangley Rd. & 152nd Ave SE – traffic control officers will be holding traffic at this location to allow all cyclists to cross the road. These temporary holds can cause 15-20 minute traffic delays.
2. Cyclists make a U-turn at SE Auburn-Black Diamond Rd and 227th Ave SE. Traffic Control Officers will be holding traffic at this location causing delays & backups for vehicle traffic.
3. Runners will be crossing the following intersections & traffic control officers will be holding traffic to allow runners to safely cross:
4. SE 256th St: 8:15am – 11:00am
5. SE 240th St: 8:20am – 10:50am
6. 148th Ave SE: 8:25am – 10:45am

We recommend that participants review the courses of the Lake Meridian Triathlon before traveling to the Tough Mudder Seattle event on Saturday 8/17. Possible alternate routes for Tough Mudder participants include but are not limited to:

• From the south, take Highway 18 to the Covington Exit (not the Auburn-Black Diamond Rd Exit) and then Covington-Sawyer to 216th.
• From the north, take Hwy 169 to Witte Road – that will get them to 216th straight away

Please note that the entrance to Roberts Dr. off HWY 169 is closed due to road construction. The detour can be accessed by turning off of Hwy 169 onto Baker St., taking a right onto Morgan St., then connecting onto Roberts Dr.

TOUGH MUDDER SEATTLE AUGUST 17TH – 18TH, 2024

10M and 3-5M EVENT SCHEDULE Saturday, August 17th,

• 7:00 am Registration Opens
• 7:00 am Festival and Merchandise Opens
• 8:00 am First 10M Wave
• 10:00 am First 3-5M Wave
• 11:45 am Last 10M Wave
• 12:45 pm Last 3-5M Wave
• 2:00 pm Registration Closes
• 4:00 pm Festival Challenge
• 6:00 pm Festival Closes

10M and 3-5M EVENT SCHEDULE Sunday, August 18th,

• 8:00 am Registration Opens
• 8:00 am Festival and Merchandise Opens
• 9:00 am First 10M Wave
• 9:00 am First 3-5M Wave
• 10:45 am Last Wave – All Distances
• 11:00 am Registration Closes
• 2:00 pm Festival Challenge
• 6:00 pm Festival Closes

PRE-EVENT DETAILS

Follow these Pre-Event instructions to ensure quick registration on event day.

• Visit the Tough Mudder Seattle event page on our website
• Your specific start time will be in your Active Tough Mudder account. You may start in any wave at or after your assigned start time.
• Sign your waiver.
• You must screenshot or print your QR code and bring your photo identification to Mudder services on the event day. Click here for instructions about your start time.

For a complete description of each of our obstacles, click here.

EVENT DAY REGISTRATION FLOW

Please show up at least 1 hour before your Start Time. Note that all Mudders may run in their designated wave time or any wave after your assigned time on that day. Please note the final wave time of the day in the schedule.

BEFORE ARRIVAL: Print or screenshot your QR Code and bring Photo Identification.

• STEP 1: Proceed to the Registration Tent area and check in with a Tough Mudder Volunteer.
• STEP 2: Present your photo identification and QR code to the Volunteer. Receive your wristband. You will receive:
  • Wristband with Start Time and Bag Drop ID
  • Free Drink Wristband and Over 21 Wristband
• STEP 3 : Once you have your start wave wristband, proceed to the Festival Area.
• STEP 4: Visit the Festival Area where you will find Tough Mudder-approved partners/vendors, as well as our official merchandise tent.
• STEP 5: Proceed to the start corral.

VENUE & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Strap in Mudder, because Tough Mudder Seattle is coming back in a big way. Packed with tree-lined trails and our world-famous obstacles, you’ll have plenty of time to take in the insane scenery while you’re stuck in the black coal mud of this epic obstacle course. Special Gear: Participants should plan to bring appropriate fuel for their needs. Nutrition and electrolytes will be available on the course. Hydration packs (or water containers of some variety) are strongly suggested for all participants. Please note that shoes with spikes are not allowed.

AID STATIONS
At each stop you will be able to drink as much water as you want, however, we ask that you only take one (1) cup. All participants will have the ability to fill their hydration pack at the Start Line.

• 15k: There will be six (6) aid stations on the course, including one (1) hydration pack refill station and 20 (2) fuel stations where nutrition and/or electrolytes will be provided.
• 5k: There will be three (3) aid stations on course.

ON-COURSE HYDRATION TIPS

• Make sure to fill your pack up before the event. You can purchase hydration packs at the merchandise tent on event day.
• Make sure you carry enough water to be able to keep yourself hydrated between stations.
• Make sure to stop at every aid station to get water, and use your pack in between.
• We highly suggest carrying some type of electrolyte drink in addition to water.
• Make sure to properly hydrate in the week leading up to the event.
• Grab a complimentary Kodiak bar on-course (10+ Mile Course Only) when you cross the finish. Kodiak bars are crafted with 100% whole grains and are protein-packed, offering nourishing, great-tasting products that provide the hearty nutrients you need to crush the course and feel great.
• PRIME Hydration, Tough Mudder’s Official Electrolyte Sports Drink, fills the void where great taste meets function. PRIME will be available on-course and at the finish to help you refresh, replenish, and refuel.

COURSE CUTOFFS
As a safety precaution for participants, Tough Mudder only operates in daylight hours. All participants must be at the finish line by sunset. Any participants remaining on course after sunset will be directed back to the Festival Area in the most direct path possible. You will not get a refund or a future event credit in the event of removal from the course.

INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event of inclement weather such as lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes, and the like, Tough Mudder reserves the right to eliminate obstacles, select portions of the course, or cancel the event to ensure the safety of runners, volunteers, and staff. As always, the weather can be unpredictable.

EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING

• All participants are encouraged to bring a change of clothes, shoes, and a plastic bag for wet and muddy items. There will be changing tents at the event. Please plan your post-event gear accordingly.
• Hydration packs are strongly recommended for all participants.
• Shoes with spikes are not allowed.
• Our official merchandise tent will open at the same time as the festival area. Forget your running shoes, change of clothes, spare socks? We can help.

OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE TENT
Whatever the weather, we’ve got you covered.

• Sunglasses, sunscreen, rain gear
• Venue-specific products – let the world know where you conquered a Tough Mudder
• OCR-specific footwear, apparel, socks, and gloves

MUDDER VILLAGE EXPERIENCE

Mudder Village will feature leading national and local partners with highly experiential activations and free swag to accompany your day in the mud. Come early before your start wave to connect with other Mudders in the community and plan to stay well after your event to enjoy your free finisher beer while the party keeps going with a live DJ. Learn more about the National partners who will be on-site below.

• Thought the course was hard? Now it’s time to celebrate HARDER with The Beast Unleashed & Nasty Beast Hard Tea! Flavors you know, now brewed hard at 6% ABV. You will have the choice between a complimentary finisher beer or finisher malt beverage provided by Oskar Blues and Monster’s The Beast. Cheers your muddy finish with a can of Dale’s Light Lager or Monster’s The Beast malt beverage flavors! (for those aged 21+).
• Need a little boost before and after you hit the course? Ice cold cans of REIGN Total Body Fuel are available to help you fuel, refresh, and recover with zero sugar, zero calories, and zero artificial flavors or colors. Make sure to grab a free REIGN x Tough Mudder neck gaiter, and don’t miss your chance to win some epic swag from the main stage.
• Meet Border Patrol Agents to learn about exciting career opportunities with the nation’s largest law enforcement organization. We look forward to meeting you at our booth to chat about the life and perks of being an Agent.
• SHIELD Health and Fitness is a Made in USA manufacturer that makes performance tapes for training, racing, and recovery. Come to the SHIELD Health and Fitness booth for some support pre or post-racing -they will be offering taping services, taping tips (for training, course running, and recovery), and product offers at special Tough Mudder Pricing!
• Stop by the Buffalo Wild Wings tent at the event to pick up coupons for your next meal at BWW and to pick up some fun SWAG! Come celebrate your Tough Mudder accomplishment by having fresh wings and a cold beer after the event!

VOLUNTEERS
Want to run for free? Experience Tough Mudder in a new way and volunteer with us! Celebrate at the Start and finish, or encourage our participants at the obstacles. Explore the possibilities here: Volunteer Sign-Up Link Have a team, company, or group interested in volunteering together? Email mvp@toughmudder.com to coordinate!

SPECTATOR PASSES

• Some venues have unique spectator viewing access to get your favorite Tough Mudder’s picture. All spectators need a Mudder Village Pass to spectate the event.
• You can pre-purchase Mudder Village Passes for spectators on the event webpage here at the cheapest available price of $15.
• On-the-day spectator tickets are also available to purchase for $20 at Mudder Services. Please note there can be queues to purchase onsite tickets, to avoid these we advise purchasing before arriving onsite.
• Spectators will check in on event day the same way as participants at Registration. Please have your Ticket and Government-issued photo ID ready to show on arrival at the site.
• NOTE: We recommend taking a screenshot of your QR Code for quick reference when you check in at Registration.
• Food, drink a,nd sponsor prproductsill be available for purchase.

CONTACT TM HQ
For any questions or concerns that haven’t been addressed here, please visit our contact and FAQ page. We will see you out in the mud!

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