Running Up for Air - Malans Peak

Up For Air Series

• Description: The Up For Air Series is a collection of endurance events created to amplify informed dialogue and empower organizations actively working on air quality solutions.
• Proceeds: Proceeds from RUFA events are directed at carefully selected non-profit groups who demonstrate high value influence strategies.
• Platform: The race platform is used to expose participants and the general public to science-based material about the importance of healthy air.
• Philosophy: All events are conducted with a minimal footprint philosophy.

Running Up For Air (RUFA)

• Event Type: A 3, 6, 12, or 24 hour winter endurance challenge for teams or individuals.
• Location: Takes place on Malans Peak on the east bench of Ogden City.
• Laps: Each “lap” starts and finishes at the 29th Street Trailhead (29th Street and Buchanan Ave, Ogden).
• Parking: Parking is available at the trailhead: however, participants are encouraged to carpool.

Route Details

• Elevation: Start elevation is 4764’, with a climb of roughly 2300’ to the top of Malans Peak at 6904’.
• Distance: The total distance for each lap is six miles.
• Terrain: The route involves a gradual climb of 300’ for the first .75 mile, followed by steep terrain for the next two miles.
• RTC: Repeat the laps until you Refuse To Continue (RTC).

Winter Conditions

• Snow Cover: The route is almost entirely snow covered, featuring harsh winter mountain conditions.
• Prepare: Be prepared for ice and wind, depending on the weather.
• Gear: Spikes or shoe screws are recommended once entering the canyon if ice is present.
• Intentional Timing: The race takes place in February, coinciding with the latter part of the winter inversion "season".

Registration Options

• 24 Hour Race: 6pm Friday night start: Team Relay (1 to 4 runners with one runner running per team for 24 hours relay style).
• 12 Hour Race: 6pm Friday night or 6am Saturday start.
• 6 Hour Race: 6pm Friday, 7am Saturday, or 12pm Saturday start.
• 3 Hour Race: 6pm Friday night or 9am Saturday start.

For more information, visit the race page: Running Up for Air - Malans Peak.