Runs & Participation
Explore, join, and host runs within the Hometurf community.
Run Details
Every run page provides comprehensive information to help you prepare:
- Route Preview: Interactive maps (on detail pages) or static snapshots showing the path.
- Stats Overlay: Quick glance at distance, elevation, pace, and surface.
- Participant List: See who else is joining and check for host verification.
Smart UI Indicators
We use visual cues to provide instant context about a run's status and difficulty.
Difficulty Badges
Our system automatically calculates difficulty to help you find the right run for your level:
- 🟢 Easy: Beginner friendly. Lower pace, shorter distance, flat terrain.
- 🟡 Medium: Intermediate level. Moderate distance or elevation.
- 🔴 Hard: Advanced runs. Challenging distance or significant climbing.
- 🛑 Very Hard: Expert only. Extreme stats or very fast paces.
Host Badges
Identify trusted community members with host badges:
- 🟡 Yellow Crown: A registered Hometurf host.
- 🟢 Green Crown + Checkmark: A Verified Host who has been personally validated by the Hometurf team.
"Run Full" Ribbon
A red diagonal ribbon indicates that a run has reached its maximum participant limit.
Difficulty Calculation Deep Dive
Difficulty is calculated using a weighted score (0.0 to 1.0) based on three key factors:
| Factor | Weight | Easiest (0.0) | Hardest (1.0) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pace | 40% | ≥ 7:00 min/km | ≤ 4:30 min/km |
| Distance | 35% | ≤ 5 km | ≥ 25 km |
| Elevation | 25% | ≤ 50 m | ≥ 800 m |
Scoring Thresholds
The final score determines the badge shown:
- Easy: Score ≤ 0.30
- Medium: Score 0.31 – 0.55
- Hard: Score 0.56 – 0.75
- Very Hard: Score > 0.75
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