Iron X

Iron X

Iron X is an extreme ironing race held in Auburn, CA. The event combines a half marathon distance with a series of on-course ironing tasks. It is described as a fatass - an unofficial event with no aid stations, no medical support, no medals, no crew support, and no pacers allowed; participants must be self-supported.

Ironists must wear a button-up shirt throughout the event, removing it, ironing it, and putting it back on at each specified location. Locations named by the organizer include Robie Point foundation, knee-deep in the river south of No Hands Bridge, the middle of No Hands Bridge, the top of Foresthill Bridge near Kickass, on top of vehicle remains, a statue foundation block in downtown Auburn, the clock tower on Lincoln Way, and the old courthouse parking lot. Spectators are allowed at all ironing locations except the Dead Car Iron.

Each ironist must record video proof of ironing at every location; another participant or a spectator may record the video. Failure to complete an iron in the specified location with video evidence incurs a 10-minute penalty per location, added to the finish time. Participants must carry their own ironing board, iron, fuel, and water for the entire event. Boards must be at least 3' 3" long and 11" wide and have legs. Battery-powered irons are required; plastic irons are acceptable. Rules and ironing locations are still in the works. A course map is available on Strava. Registration closes July 9. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.