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Running Up for Air - Malans Peak

location_city Ogden

location_on Utah

flag United States

calendar_today 27 Feb, 2026 – 28 Feb, 2026

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About the Event

The Up For Air Series is a collection of endurance events created to amplify informed dialogue and empower organizations actively working on air quality solutions. Proceeds from RUFA events are directed at carefully selected non-profit groups who demonstrate high value influence strategies. The race platform is used to expose participants and the general public to science-based material about the importance of healthy air. All events are conducted with a minimal footprint philosophy.
Running Up For Air (aka RUFA) is a 3, 6, 12, or 24 hour winter endurance challenge for teams or individuals that takes place on Malans Peak on the east bench of Ogden City. Each “lap” starts and finishes at the 29th Street Trailhead (29th Street and Buchanan Ave, Ogden). Parking is available at the trailhead, but we encourage participants to carpool. There is a church at 27th and Tyler Ave that has available parking. (Shuttle service will not be provided.) Elevation at the start is 4764’. The route climbs roughly 2300' to the top of Malans Peak topping out at 6904’. Runners will retrace their steps and return to the trailhead for a total of six miles. The first .75 mile is a gradual climb of 300’ right before entering Taylor Canyon. The next two miles quickly become steep finishing off the next 2,000’ of gain to the peak. Repeat this as many times as possible until you Refuse To Continue (RTC). The time of year (February!) is intentional as it coincides with the latter part of the winter inversion "season".  
Given the time of year the route is almost entirely snow covered and can easily involve harsh winter mountain conditions. This is winter running at its finest! Prepare for ice and wind depending on the weather. Spikes or shoe screws are recommended once entering the canyon if ice is present.
Register for any of these options:
24 Hour Race
24hr: 6pm Friday night start
24hr: Malans Peak Team Relay (1 to 4 runners with one runner running per team for 24 hrs relay style)
12 Hour Race
12hr: 6pm Friday night start
12hr: 6am Saturday start                                                                                                                                                                                                              
6 Hour Race
6hr: 6pm Friday start
6hr: 7am Saturday start
6hr: 12pm Saturday start
3 Hour Race
3hr: 6pm Friday night start
3hr: 9am Saturday start     

Races Offered

12 Hr - Malans Peak (Friday Night)

Feb 27, 2026

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Distance — 12 Hr - Malans Peak (Friday Night)

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18:00

24 Hr - Malans Peak

Feb 27, 2026

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Distance — 24 Hr - Malans Peak

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18:00

24 Hr - Malans Peak Team Relay

Feb 27, 2026

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Distance — 24 Hr - Malans Peak Team Relay

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18:00

3 Hr - 6pm Friday Night Lights

Feb 27, 2026

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Distance — 3 Hr - 6pm Friday Night Lights

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18:00

6 Hr - 6pm Friday Night Lights Malans Peak

Feb 27, 2026

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Distance — 6 Hr - 6pm Friday Night Lights Malans Peak

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18:00

12 Hr - Malans Peak

Feb 28, 2026

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Distance — 12 Hr - Malans Peak

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06:00

6 Hr - 7am Saturday Malans Peak

Feb 28, 2026

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Distance — 6 Hr - 7am Saturday Malans Peak

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07:00

3 Hr - 9am Saturday Malans Peak

Feb 28, 2026

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Distance — 3 Hr - 9am Saturday Malans Peak

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09:00

6 Hr - Noon Saturday Malans Peak

Feb 28, 2026

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Distance — 6 Hr - Noon Saturday Malans Peak

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12:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Ogden.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat -7.3° / 4.2°
wb_sunny -12.1° / 0.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 7.8 /
water_drop 65.6%

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