What does a Ragnar volunteer do?
Some of the tasks that volunteers take on include handing out medals, working in the merchandise tent, writing down times as teams come through an exchange, or directing parking for vans covered in Christmas lights. It is up to the individual volunteer to choose which shift works best for them.
How much does it cost to run Ragnar?
The gear & fees The Ragnar fee was $130, and each of us paid $160 for hotels, two van rentals, matching T-shirts and team petty cash. This amount could vary based on where the Ragnar is located, the type of van, etc.
What does Ragnar Relay stand for?
In the case of the name, the consensus is that the event is named for the Norse legend, and that consensus is wrong. The Ragnar Relay Series was founded in 2004 by two friends just out of college at BYU, Tanner Bell and Dan Hill, along with Dan’s father Steve Hill.
What is Ragnar black loop?
The Ragnar Black Loop is a team type available at select Ragnar Trail races. Instead of teams of 8 running relay-style, just you and a teammate will run the green, yellow and red loops together on day one. Team start times will be based on your aggregate times from the day before with the fastest team starting first.
What do I need for a Ragnar race?
What to Pack
- Three Running Outfits (one for each leg)
- Deodorant.
- Baby Wipes (to clean yourself off after you run)
- Sunscreen.
- Running Shoes (two pairs, so you can switch shoes for each leg)
- Sandals.
- Socks.
- Underwear.
How far is a Ragnar race?
Ragnarians will run anywhere from 12 to 25 miles (or double that on an ultra-team) divided into three sections. The exact mileage varies by race.
How do you join the Ragnar team?
In order to join an pre-purchased team, the Team Captain needs to send you an email invitation to join. Once you receive the invitation, please click on the relevant link in the email invitation. This will redirect you to a page where you can join the team without having to pay again.
How do I prepare for Ragnar?
The best way to prepare for this is to practice running two times in one day and then again the next morning, at least a few times before race day. I suggest you mix this in with your regular run training but no more than every two to three weeks.
What do you eat at Ragnar?
Here are Holly’s tips to navigate your nutrition during a Ragnar:
- Bring familiar foods with you.
- Eat something about 2-3 hours before you run.
- Listen to your body.
- Take some coolers.
- Eat a combination of carbs, protein and fats.
- Don’t OD on the fiber.
- Eat something after you run.
How old do you have to be to run a Ragnar?
Those under 16 years of age are prohibited, but Ragnar will consider formal requests for extraordinary circumstances through the customer service team.
How many miles does each runner run in Ragnar?
Each Ragnar Relay is approximately 200 miles (320 km) in distance, with races lasting two days and one night. There are two types of teams: regular and ultra. A regular team is composed of 12 runners while an ultra team consists of six runners.