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Saguaro Showdown

Name: Saguaro Showdown
Start: 2026-01-24
End: 2026-01-25
Location: Mesa

Mesa, United States • 24-25 Jan 2026

The Saguaro Showdown is an exciting running and rucking event held at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, AZ. This unique competition follows the "last person standing" format, where participants complete laps of 4.1667 miles for runners and 2.3 miles for ruckers, starting every hour. The event continues until only one runner and one rucker remain, with the final challenge being a solo loop. Participants can also choose to fundraise for the event, with a goal of $3000. The Saguaro Showdown promises a thrilling experience for athletes and supporters alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Mesa

Race information

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4 mi

4.1667 Mile Laps

2.3 Mile Laps

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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