True Grit Sydney
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True Grit Sydney 2027
True Grit Sydney takes place over a weekend in February 2027 at Dargle Farm, Lower Portland, NSW. The event is a military‑inspired obstacle challenge built into natural terrain including grassland, rainforest, swamps and cliffs.
Participants can choose from multiple course options:
- 5 km course with 15+ obstacles, minimum age 12 years
- 10 km course with 30+ obstacles, minimum age 16 years
- 15 km course with 35+ obstacles, minimum age 16 years
- 15 km Elite timed race wave held on Saturday, requires attempting all obstacles
- 30 km Challenge combining one lap of each course with 70+ obstacles, minimum age 16 years
Included with tickets are a finisher t-shirt, on-course water, a Staminade electrolyte drink on completion, and optional finisher beer. Professional photographers capture action shots at selected obstacles and images are available for purchase after the event.
Event facilities include food and drink vendors, change tents, showers and medical support. On-site camping is available with fees by age category; pets are not permitted in the campground. Parking and bag drop are provided for a fee. Volunteers pay a refundable amount at registration and receive a refund after completed shifts, allowing them to run free on another day if they choose.
Training guidance recommends building lower body endurance and upper body strength; long pants or leggings and long socks are recommended for protection on course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
