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The Guantlet 15K

Name: The Guantlet 15K
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Fairborn

Fairborn, United States • 15 Aug 2026

The Guantlet 15K

The Guantlet 15K is a trail race held at Oakes Quarry Park, 1267 E Xenia Dr, Fairborn, OH 45324. The course runs through limestone cliffs, wooded trails, and offers views of the quarry terrain. The event is one of three distances offered on the same day.

Distances:

The 15K distance is listed as 9.3 miles and is organized as a trail race. Entry for the 15K carries a registration fee of $45. Registration opens on April 10, 2026 and closes on August 15, 2026. Participants who register by August 5 receive a short sleeve race shirt; registrations after August 5 do not include a shirt.

Awards are given to overall winners in each distance, including the 15K. All finishers receive a finisher medal. The course description and terrain indicate natural, uneven surfaces typical of quarry and wooded trail settings, which may affect pacing and footwear choices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Fairborn

Race information

Registration

15 km

The Guantlet 15k

10 km

The Guantlet 10k

5 km

The Guantlet 5k

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

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