50/50 Project

The Speedgoat 50K has long been a proving ground. While female participation has grown from 23% in 2024 to 25% in current 2026 registrations, we know there’s more work to be done. Our long-term vision is clear: to continue increasing participation year over year until women and non-binary runners make up at least half of the Speedgoat 50K field.

With the incredible support of Women of the Wasatch, we’re rolling out a series of programs designed to educate, connect, and empower women throughout their Speedgoat journey:

• Race Scholarships: Women of the Wasatch has selected 5 incredible women to receive a scholarship into the Speedgoat 50K. These women all have moving stories, and we can’t wait to share more about their journey to this year’s Speedgoat 50K.
• Women’s Webinars: We’ll be hosting a series of webinars (topics geared towards women, but we invite all to join!) in the coming weeks as we get closer to race weekend. Keep an eye out for topics and dates to be announced soon.
• Women’s Discord Channel: WoW is hosting a Discord Channel for women to join. In this channel, you can ask questions, seek advice, find running buddies, etc. We encourage women to join this safe and inclusive space to help feel more comfortable as you’re training for your big Speedgoat race! You don’t have to be registered for the 50K to join the channel – all race distances are welcome. You can join the channel here.
• Pre-Race Weekend Training Runs: WoW will be working with our Partners to host multiple Pre-Race Weekend Training Runs on June 20 and July 11. More details to come, so check back as we approach race weekend!
• Childcare Support: Snowbird Ski Resort offers childcare through Superior Childcare. Superior - Childcare has offered to extend their normal hours during race weekend to allow parents to race! We will also be offering subsidized childcare services – more details to come soon.
• Onsite support during Basecamp: WoW will host a booth on Thursday, July 23rd at Basecamp. Stop by to ask any questions, get some race-day glitter, or generally just connect with other women passionate about trail running!