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Merrell Vert Challenge

1 July 2026

We’re a month out for the official return of the Skyrunner World Series to the United States. Beast of Big Creek is 1 August and we still have some bibs to give away. In the lead up to the event Skyrunner World Series sponsor Merrell is hosting a Strava Vert Challenge and you should join.

Take on the Merrell x Strava Vertical Challenge, marking the return of elite skyrunning to the U.S. and inspired by the relentless ascent of the Beast of Big Creek—North America’s only stop on the 2026 Skyrunner® World Series.

Let’s go!

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