"The reason we race isn't so much to beat each other... but to be with each other." - Christopher McDougall, Born To Run
Recent reviews
"The reason we race isn't so much to beat each other... but to be with each other." - Christopher McDougall, Born To Run
Bismarck Marathon
Bismarck, ND
This race was celebrating their 40Th Anniversary and it showed they know a thing or two about marathons. This marathon totally utilizes their parks and trails to make this happen. …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
This race is usually in Feb. I was glad to add this race to my list in Sept 2021. It was HOT! Expo was simple and nothing too exciting; few …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
This is my second Vacation Race half marathon and another well-run event! The announcer was great, start area had great energy, email communications ahead of and after event (apologized for …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
While this course is a tough race, it is a priceless experience. The course is magnificent. You will see Mt Rushmore several times along the route. The pigtail bridges and …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
Vacation Races did a great job. From training plans to help me prepare to sending out race info well in advance the whole experience was awesome. Bib pick up was …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
So hard but worth it. The hills are hard. Be prepared to walk. But they’re easily power walkable!! Down hill was fast and fun. Weather was crisp. Scenery unbeatable.
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
This was awesome! While it was difficult as it was up Iron Mountain Road for most of it, the beautiful scenery really motivates you. Being able to see Mount Rushmore …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
Did seem there were to few port-a-potties as there were 50+ people standing in lines prior to the start. All other aspects of the race ran very smoothly. Hope it’s …
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Hermosa, SD
The funnest race I’ve ever ran. It was a perfect mixture of ups and downs and was absolutely beautiful. The volunteers were friendly and the race was organized. Thumbs up! …
St. Malachi Church Run
Cleveland, OH
I have run this race 3 times and every time has been amazing. Pre-race includes Irish dancers and bag pipes. Course is through Downtown Cleveland so urban scenic. Race itself …
Crosswinds 5K
Canandaigua, NY
This is a 5K that takes place in Canandaigua which is about 30 minutes East of Rochester. I am on call again this weekend so staying local. The race has …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
Plenty of volunteers to help at water station. Nun electrolytes is hit or miss. Sometimes it's not really there (too diluted) and sometimes you can feel it (this helps a …
Breaks Ultra
Breaks, VA
I’m not sure why, but I’m having a difficult time putting coherent words and thoughts together to describe my Breaks experience this year. Last year, it was agonizing trauma and …
Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon
Townsend, TN
If you are going to choose a race to run your very first half, make it a vacation race!! Arrived at 4:50 am and glad we did, as by 5:30 …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
The ocean breeze felt great & it was nice that the race was on a Saturday! Pretty good crowd support. Awesome volunteers. Wear a cap and/or sunglasses. Usually takes place …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
No matter how fast or slow you are, just getting out there and giving it your all, is amazing. Be proud of yourself for getting out there and putting one …
Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon
Townsend, TN
This race was their first time on this course (From what I have been told) add in COVID and it showed quite a few cracks in their plans. That being …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
Great course up / down PCH with the only thing between you and the Pacific being sand. Great and energetic volunteers servicing regular water stations along the course. Pros - …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
I was only worried about 4 things this race day. 1) getting blown up because it was 911 after all. 2) not being able to finish because I haven't run …
Surf City Marathon & Half Marathon
Huntington Beach, CA
My first half marathon race and I’m so happy that I did it. I wish they could start the race a little bit earlier though. The last 3 miles were …