2025 Savage Race Dallas Results

Hayden Wilcox
Oct 14
3 min read

A Day of Mud, Sweat, and Savage Spirit

On October 11, 2025, hundreds of athletes from across Texas gathered at Beaumont Ranch in Grandview, TX - just south of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex - to face one of the most intense and rewarding obstacle course races in the nation: the Savage Race Dallas 2025. The event brought together elite athletes, weekend warriors, and first-time participants, all chasing one goal - to conquer the course and earn that coveted Savage Syndicate medal.

From knee-deep mud to ice-cold water pits, rope climbs, and the legendary “Colossus” wall, competitors battled through Texas heat and unpredictable terrain, testing both physical endurance and mental grit.

A Brief History of Savage Race

The Savage Race was founded in 2011 in Florida, created by two college friends, Sam Abbitt and Lloyd Parker, who wanted to build an obstacle race series that was both challenging and community-driven. The first-ever Savage Race took place in Dade City, Florida, and quickly gained popularity for its balance of extreme obstacles, festival-like atmosphere, and inclusivity for all fitness levels.

Over the past decade, Savage Race has expanded to multiple states across the U.S., including Texas, Florida, Maryland, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, becoming one of the top obstacle course racing (OCR) brands alongside Spartan and Tough Mudder.

What makes Savage Race unique is its signature obstacles - like “Wheel World,” “Sawtooth,” “Shriveled Richard,” and “Colossus” - which are designed to challenge strength, balance, grip, and courage all at once.

2025 Dallas Highlights

Location & Format

Venue: Beaumont Ranch, Grandview, TX
Date: October 11, 2025
Events: Savage Race (Full Course, ~6 miles, 27+ obstacles) and Savage Blitz (~3 miles, 15+ obstacles)
Terrain: Rolling ranch hills, wooded trails, and mud-filled ditches

The 2025 Dallas course lived up to its reputation - fast in sections but brutal in others. Athletes faced grip-burning rigs, freezing water plunges, and upper-body obstacles that separated the strong from the determined.

The Blitz division offered a shorter, faster experience for competitive sprinters, while the Pro Wave featured elite OCR athletes gunning for podium finishes.

Footwear & Gear

Trail Running Shoes (OCR-tested)Good grip, drainage, and durability for mud and obstacles
1. Salomon Speedcross 5 Trail Running Shoes (Men’s/Women’s)
2. Merrell All Out Crush 2 OCR Shoes
Post-Race Wipes or Body Wash Wipes
a. Dude Shower Body Wipes
Compression Shorts for Men
1. Shorts

Race Results & Standouts

While the official full results are still being finalized, early leaderboard data shows a strong turnout in divisions:

Pro Wave 100% Complete Mens Overall:
- 1st Place: Jeff Shady - 48:15.99
- 2nd Place: Joe Kurth Jr - 50:48.38
- 3rd Place: Rafe Borne - 52:49.79
Pro Wave 100% Complete Womens Overall:
- 1st Place: Ally Tippetts - 57:07.32
- 2nd Place: Savanna Salinas - 57:58.52
- 3rd Place: Vivien Tran - 59:27.76

Savage Blitz racers noted that the course layout favored fast runners with solid grip strength, with finishing times averaging under 50 minutes for top competitors.

Community, Fitness, and Fun

What sets the Dallas Savage Race apart each year is the electric atmosphere. Families, fitness groups, and OCR gyms from across the DFW Metroplex - including Grand Prairie, Irving, Arlington, and Mansfield - came out to support their athletes.

Why You Should Train for the Next One

Savage Race isn’t just a test of strength - it’s a celebration of teamwork, endurance, and personal growth. Whether you’re looking to compete for the podium or simply finish with friends, training for an event like this improves:

Cardiovascular health
Grip and upper-body strength
Core stability and balance
Mental toughness

If you’re in the Grand Prairie or DFW area and thinking about signing up for your first OCR, now’s the perfect time to start preparing.

Train with the Best in DFW

Our personal training programs at AqilFitness Training Solutions focus on functional strength, endurance, and mobility - everything you need to conquer events like Savage Race, Spartan, or HYROX. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, we’ll help you level up your performance and recovery.