FAQS

As you prepare for MUD MANIA, please be sure to read through the following information to insure that you understand the event and have "one helluva good time!"

BACKGROUND
What is the philosophy behind MUD MANIA?
Is MUD MANIA the same as other events out there?
Is MUD MANIA a race?


What is the philosophy behind MUD MANIA?
The answer is simple - MUD MANIA is an adventure race with the simple goal of getting you off the couch and on the most action packed obstacle course we can create. Ask yourself... when is the last time that you got so dirty you weren't sure how much soap it would take to get you clean again? Well here's your chance! And for all you adrenaline junkies out there... remember... this ain't your mom's 5K!

Is MUD MANIA the same as other events out there?
The premise behind the other events out there is that they are a sheer test of toughness, strength and mental grit. These courses are designed to exhaust you, burn you, sometimes even shock you (seriously... go look it up!). While these are really great events - these events aren't for everyone. MUD MANIA is a 5K run designed to appeal to a wide range of athleticism. Whether this is your first event, or your 10th event, the MUD MANIA course can be mastered! It may take some teamwork and you may not have the fastest time in your heat, but you CAN finish this race! And have a great time doing it! Those other events require severe training and mental and physical preparation. If you are in great shape... think of this as a race against yourself - we WILL push you! If you are more of a couch potato... give us 3 miles... we'll get you dirty (and you'll love every minute of it!)

Is MUD MANIA a race?
Yes and no. MUD MANIA is a timed event. Races are divided into Heats that start every 30 minutes throughout the day. There will be up to 300 participants in each Heat. By limiting each Heat to 300 participants, event coordinators can ensure that participants are not standing around (like those "other" events) waiting their turn to complete the obstacles. The course is designed so that everyone begins with a shotgun start and a series of events to thin the pack from the very beginning. Each participant will be able to check their finish time online. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest times in each category posted.


REGISTRATION
How much does it cost to participate in MUD MANIA?
Are pets allowed at the event?
Is there an age requirement to participate in MUD MANIA?
What is the deadline for registration?
Event/Heat Sold Out before all my team member could register.
Can I register by mail?
Are you experiencing issues/problems during the registration process?
If I sign up but can't participate, can I give my tickets to someone else?
Do I have to sign a waiver to participate?
I was injured after registering and now I cannot run. Can I get a refund?
Can I organize a team for MUD MANIA?
ATTENTION AUBURN UNIVERSITY GREEK ORGANIZATIONS!
Preparing for MUD MANIA
Missed Registration - Same Day Registration available on limited heats


How much does it cost to participate in MUD MANIA?
Participants: Early bird registration for the event is $45.00 per participant. This includes participation in the event itself, an official MUD MANIA T-shirt access to online candid photos of your run as well as entry to the post-run celebration. The price of the registration will increase on Jan 1, 2013.
Spectators: So getting dirty is not your thing? Have a MUD MANIA Participant you want to cheer on? Just want to watch a bunch of outdoor enthusiasts have "one helluva a good time"? Feel free to join us and get front row access to best show in Auburn and access to the post-run celebration. Spectators entrance is free, but you are required to check in.
NOTE: Journalists are allowed to participate in MUD MANIA for free if they agree to publish an article about the event. Please contact info@mud-mania.com from your work email address to receive details about a free press entry pass.

Are pets allowed at the event?
For health and safety reasons, NO PETS are allowed at MUD MANIA events.

Is there an age requirement to participate in MUD MANIA?
You must be at least 14 years of age to participate in MUD MANIA for legal and insurance reasons. If you are under the age of 18 a parent/guardian must be present to sign a waiver. There is no upper age limit. Mud Mania will have a children’s race where underage participants can run the course with their parents.

What is the deadline for registration?
Registration will close March 1, 2013. However, the cost to register will increase to $50 on January 1, 2013.

The event in which I am participating has sold out before all of the members of my team have registered. Is there any way to fix this?
Unfortunately, no. REGISTER EARLY! At the time of registration, you will be selecting the heat you wish to run. There are 300 slots per heat. If you are organizing a team of 25 people, you want to be sure that all 25 participants are running in the same heat.

Can I register by mail?
No. All registrations must be processed online through www.mud-mania.com

Are you experiencing issues/problems during the registration process?
If you are having issues during the registration process, please email info@mud-mania.com

If I sign up but can't participate, can I give my tickets to someone else?
Unfortunately, no. MUD MANIA tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. The person who completes the registration process must be the same individual who participates in the actual event.

Do I have to sign a waiver to participate?
Yes. Participants are encouraged to download the waiver and bring it to registration on race day. This will save you time in the registration line.  There will also be waivers at the registration tent in the event you forget yours. You will be required to show proof of identification to verify your registration. Once you have been verified, you will turn in your signed waiver acknowledging that by participating in MUD MANIA you expose yourself to certain elements of risk including but not limited to the risk of personal injury. For legal reasons, it is important that each participant read and understand the liability waiver before signing. Under no circumstances will individuals be allowed to participate in MUD MANIA without a signed waiver on file.

I was injured after registering and now I cannot run. Can I get a refund?
Unfortunately, no. There will be no refunds or partial refunds, regardless of circumstances.

Can I organize a team for MUD MANIA?
Absolutely! In fact, you are encouraged to run the course with at least one other person! It's difficult to be a big kid by yourself! Go grab dinner with your team and think of the most outrageous team theme! This is your chance to let out the kid in you that you have bottled up under all the stress of life. Let loose and HAVE FUN!

ATTENTION AUBURN UNIVERSITY GREEK ORGANIZATIONS!
All Greek organizations are encouraged to register. Any fraternity or sorority with a team of 25 participants will qualify for the philanthropy give-away. The qualifying team with the fastest average team time will receive a $500 donation to their national philanthropy for participating in MUD MANIA. There will be one winner for the sororities and one winner for the fraternities. That's a total of $1,000 given to your organizations just for coming out and having a great time!

Preparing for MUD MANIA
How should I train for MUD MANIA?
MUD MANIA is a 5K run that is interrupted by 20+ extreme obstacle challenges. Participants should be able to run, jump, swim, climb, crawl, slide etc. How quickly you are able to perform these will determine your success at completing the course. What should I wear to MUD MANIA? Short Answer: It is imperative that you wear clothes you are comfortable with ruining! Alabama red clay is nearly impossible to remove from clothing and you WILL be neck deep in it at some point. Having said that, think about the essentials: shoes you can run in, light clothing (it will get wet and wet means heavy!). Gloves can be helpful but are not necessary. Creative Answer: Channel the MUD MANIA in you! We've seen people run in leisure suits with combat boots, full prom dresses and even a full on penguin costume. Let your imagination run wild! What should I bring for after the event? This depends on you and the weather. Some people are so proud of their accomplishment that they will revel in their dirtiness for the post-event celebration. Others will find they have mud in places where mud should not be. For this reason, there will be a rinse off station provided on site. Feel free to bring towels and a change of clothes. If you choose not to rinse off, be sure to consider lining your vehicle for the ride home! Can I view the course in advance? An outline of the course can be found click here. Please note: this is a tentative outline. Event coordinators reserve the right to modify the design at any time to insure the safety of the participants.

Missed Registration - Same Day Registration available on limited heats
Same day registrations available on a limited number of afternoon heats. Sales for same day registration will begin at noon. See the registration tent for same day registration purchases.
Heats available in the afternoon on a first come first available basis: