Moorhead, MN, United States · Friday, September 18, 2026

Timed 12 hours

Red River Ultrafest Ruck

2 days to go

not publishedn/a Distance

not publishedn/a Climbing

not publishedn/a Grit

We hold no course length for this race — a timed or backyard event is measured by the clock, not the kilometre — so there is no Grit score to give you.

46.8739° N, 96.7695° W© OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

Typical conditions, September

Daytime high 23°C

Night low 10°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Daylight 12 h 28 m of light

Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 283 m. Not a forecast.

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

👟 gear

With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

By UltraHub Expert

Gear for this race

Chosen for this trail race.

Trail Running ShoesCushioning on trail that is still there in the last quarter.
Race NutritionSelf-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration VestsFlask capacity without the bounce.
HeadlampsA 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
GPS WatchesBattery life first — an ultra outlasts most full-GPS modes.

Topo Athletic

Traverse

★★★★★ 4.5

Brooks

Catamount 3

RunRepeat found the Brooks Catamount 3 to have a cozier upper that enhances the overall fit, though breathability and durability could be better. iRunFar noted…

★★★★★ 4.5

Skratch Labs