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Resting Grinch Face Trail Edition Hey gang! Can you believe we’re just days away from launching the second annual Resting Grinch Face Woods Run — AKA Ragnar, the place where teams from all over the nation gather to celebrate our collective awesomeness? As we close in on race day, a bunch of great questions have […]

My goal here is to get the most possible out of our team. Every little hack, 2% bump, tip and strategy will be employed (while keeping things fun) to get us the best and safest results for Team RGF. Watch the video above.  I’ve made a few tweaks already due to some errors I found. […]

The wait is over, you mean, green running machines — our official 2025 Resting Grinch Face Ragnar shirts are ready to order! These beauties are loud, lime, and just the right mix of festive and menacing — exactly how we like it. The front features the iconic Grinch smirk (the universal face of “I signed […]

How I Went from “I’m Not a Runner” to “Wake Me Up at 3 AM, I’ve Got Hills to Conquer” Let me start with a confession: I was never a runner. Five and a half years ago, I joined 11 Run Club for the most honest reason possible—I was recently divorced and desperately needed some […]

If you’ve been getting ready for your next Ragnar and you’re scratching your head wondering where to log in — you’re not alone. It’s surprisingly confusing, even for experienced captains and returning runners. Most people assume you manage everything through RunRagnar.com, since that’s the official Ragnar site for event information, race details, and merchandise. But […]

Every great team has a secret weapon. Ours just happens to be caffeine, sarcasm, and a small mountain of gear that we pretend to understand. If you’re joining Resting Grinch Face this year (or just aspire to our particular blend of dysfunction and determination), here’s your crash course in looking awesome, staying alive, and pretending […]

It gets very dark at night. I’ve seen and admire some folks who not only have head lamps — but wear light belts and illuminate the entire trail — not just a 4×4 spot where they look. WiFi can be spotty. So make sure if you like to run with music — you download it. […]

06:30 – December 6, 2024 Team RGF: Today, you embark on an epic journey that will test your strength, resolve, and humor. The eyes of every runner, every spectator, and every relay-loving soul are upon you. The hopes and dreams of this team rest upon your capable legs, your determined hearts, and, of course, your […]