The 2013 edition of the Vermont Ultra Beast is now open for pre-registration. After the 2012 Vermont course proved too difficult for many racers, we’re expecting to see a large number of athletes looking for redemption in the hills of Vermont. The Ultra Beast will cover 26+ miles before finding the finish line, with a few new twists thrown in to keep it interesting. For your own safety and for the competitive nature of the event, each racer will be required to submit a race resume that highlights your athletic background.

For 2013, we will have two new rules:

If you’re not sure if you’re ready, or you spend more than one hour per year at Bed, Bath and Beyond, please only register for the Beast. The Ultra Beast will be too much for you.

Every Spartan Race is a baptism. The Ultra Beast is considered an exorcism.

Watch our Events page for a SPARTAN BEAST in your area as the 2013 schedule is up now!

Distance: 26.2(ish) miles

Start Times: Early Sunday morning between 5 to 6am.

Aid Stations: This race will be largely unsupported.  One aid station will be on course with water and/or sports drinks at an undisclosed location on the course.

All Racers Receive:

• Unique Ultra Beast Finishers Medal
• One of a kind T-Shirt that will never be sold and can only be earned
• Free Beer ticket for anyone 21 and over
• DJ Entertainment
• Tired legs from climbing up and down the mountain
• Wet and muddy clothes
• Ultra Beast Bragging Rights

Spectators: Want a front row seat to all the Spartan action? Spectator tickets are available online for $20 (click the yellow register button above like you’re registering to race and choose the spectator option), or purchase them on-site for $25 (please bring cash). As a Spartan Race spectator, you’ll receive $5 Spartan bucks redeemable at the merchandise tent, entry to the rocking festival area, a festival map, access to some of the obstacles on course, not to mention the epic Gladiator pit and finish line. Enjoy music and watch your friends and loved ones slip and slide through the Spartan course in the relative safety and comfort of the Spartan Race festival grounds! You can also test your fitness in our festival challenges including the Pull-Up Challenge, Slosh Pipe Challenge, Kaiser Challenge and Traverse Wall Challenge. Beware, the next ticket you’ll want to buy might have you standing on the Spartan starting line!