
Gladiator Assault Challenge is an obstacle course race on May 15–16, 2027 in Boone, IA, with entry fees from $59 to $69.
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Click Here to SubscribeGladiator Assault Challenge is the Midwest's premier test of endurance, speed, agility, strength, and mental stamina. Gladiator Assault Challenge obstacle courses are a series of physically challenging obstacles (some natural and some man-made) that individuals or teams must navigate. These courses will challenge you with running, climbing, jumping, crawling, balancing, and MUD with the aim of testing overall endurance.
Each participant will receive a Finisher T-Shirt, Gladiator Medal, Finish Line Fruit, and One Beer. (21 and over) Within three weeks of the event, we can not guarantee you a finisher's t-shirt or medal. Oftentimes, we have no shows, which will allow us to get you a shirt and/or medal on the day of the event. Please check at the registration table after 2 pm on the day you run.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
71°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boone, 2 mi from the venue.
Population
12,445
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,130 ft
Nearest Airport
FOD
Fort Dodge Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gladiator Assault Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Obstacle course races combine running with walls, rope climbs, carries, and mud — testing strength, grip, endurance, and mental toughness all at once.
No two races feel the same, and it is a truly unique endurance sport.
Obstacle course races (OCR) combine running over different terrain with a series of physical obstacles — walls, rope climbs, monkey bars, carries, and crawls. The barrier to entry is lower than it looks.
Gladiator Assault Challenge
May 15, 2027