ZERO DARK ULTRA

Spokane, Washington. Phase One Training Grounds. Chase the night. ZERO DARK ULTRA returns on Saturday, August 8, 2026, staged at multiple Spokane locations (Reardan Cross Country track in Seven Mile, Riverside State Park, and Mt Spokane State Park). Run or ruck (pack/vest not to exceed 45 lbs). Choose 24 hours (6:00 AM start), 12 hours, 6 hours, 1 hour, or the Tiny Titans Ultra (parents run with children). 1.56‑mile continuous loop on dirt and wood chip trail. Self‑supported. All participants receive a Phase One Training Tee. 100‑mile finishers earn a custom buckle. Sweet patch for all other heroic contenders.

Location — Phase One Training Grounds, Spokane, WA:

• Spokane is in eastern Washington, near the Idaho border, about 4.5 hours east of Seattle
• The event is staged out of multiple areas in Spokane — Reardan Cross Country track in Seven Mile, Riverside State Park, and Mt Spokane State Park
• Specific start location for each event not specified — check event website or contact organizers
• Terrain: dirt and wood chip trail — the 1.56‑mile loop is at the Reardan Cross Country track (likely)

Run or Ruck — Ruck Requirements:

• Ruck: pack or vest with weight not to exceed 45 pounds
• You may carry less than 45 lbs — that's the maximum
• No minimum weight specified — you can ruck light
• Running is unweighted (no pack required)

Tiny Titans Ultra — Parents and Children Together:

• Parents run side by side with their children as they take on one loop (1.56 miles)
• A great way to introduce young runners to the sport
• Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times

Self‑Supported — Aid Station Available, But Bring Your Own:

• Runners/ruckers are encouraged to self‑support
• Aid station will have food and drink options, but it's semi‑stocked — don't rely on it entirely
• Aid station offerings: Tailwind Endurance Fuel (liquid nutrition), Neversecond C30 gels, 1st Phorm protein bars, energy drinks, water, and various snack options
• Bring your own food, hydration, electrolytes, and gear

Required Gear:

• Headlamp (for night running — all events except 24 hour run will be partly or entirely in the dark)
• Running/rucking gear (shoes, clothing, pack if rucking)
• Food and water (self‑sufficiency encouraged)
• Electrolytes (Tailwind provided, but bring your own preferred brand)

Schedule — August 7‑8, 2026:

• Friday, August 7 — 5:00‑7:00 PM check‑in at race location
• Saturday, August 8 — 24 hour run check‑in 6:45 AM, start 7:00 AM (note: source says 6:00 AM start for 24 hour run, but check‑in at 6:45 AM? Inconsistent — confirm with organizer)
• All other events — check‑in at 6:45 PM, pre‑race brief at 6:45 PM, start at 7:00 PM
• Tent set‑up: designated areas with plenty of space
• Parking in designated spaces

What's Included:

• Phase One Training Tee (all participants)
• Custom buckle for 100‑mile finishers (24 hour run only — you must complete 100 miles in 24 hours to earn the buckle)
• Sweet patch for all other heroic contenders (any distance completed)
• Aid station with Tailwind, Neversecond gels, 1st Phorm bars, and snacks
• Timing (manual or chip? not specified — check event website)
• Medical support on site (limited)
• Parking at race location

Sponsors:

• Tailwind Nutrition — official liquid nutrition sponsor (Endurance Fuel on course)
• Neversecond — C30 Energy Gels (30g carbs per serving)

Refund Policy — No Refunds:

• No refunds at this time. Thank you for your understanding.
• Date changed from August 29 to August 8 — no refunds offered, but participants are expected to adjust.

Volunteers — Earn Free Entry:

• 6 hours of volunteer time → 50% off a future Phase One event
• 12+ hours of volunteer time → 100% off a future Phase One event (free entry)

Inspiration — Phase One Mission:

• "A bare bones, self supported, invitation to move through the dark to appreciate the light. No firsts, No lasts. Zero Dark Ultra is an invitation to embrace the quiet darkness to reflect and find gratitude and hope while running or rucking through the night."
• "This event is more than a race. It is an invitation to train for adversity, define resilience, and find hope, leaving no one behind."

Logistics:

• Designated parking spaces — follow signage
• Designated tent areas — plenty of space for personal tents (set up your own aid station)
• No refunds — plan accordingly
• No dogs allowed? Not specified — check event rules
• Strollers allowed? Not on the loop (narrow trail) — Tiny Titans Ultra is for running, not strollers

Contact: Phase One Missions — via UltraSignup.