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Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well. MORE
Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well.
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Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon.. The events and staff organizer is ok? I … MORE
Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon..
The events and staff organizer is ok? I think it needs more aid station in 5k specially after the stiff trail.
Needs more bathrooms, the waiting line becomes longer.
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Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails. They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the … MORE
Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails.
They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the sides.
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This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to … MORE
This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to run this race and look forward to this race every year.
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The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of … MORE
The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of goodies, all the volunteers were super friendly and helpful, one of the best race day experiences
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I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I'm running … MORE
I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I’m running through dirt, rocks, creeks, roots, and bushes while staring at breathtaking scenery. I would love to finish this race again and beat my previous performance.
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This time is my second to worst time on this race, however, in my defense this year we had a new course for the 10k. It's HARD! If you want … MORE
This time is my second to worst time on this race, however, in my defense this year we had a new course for the 10k. It’s HARD! If you want a challenge in beautiful scenery maybe start out with the 5k distance. But if you’re like me, you may enjoy the new distance which was added just this year: 15k. It gives you a chance to challenge yourself just a little bit more without have to go over twice your normal distance (half marathon.)
I am considering that distance for next time. . . but we’ll see.
If you are sitting on the fence about it – just sign up! The people are super nice. It’s the best swag on earth. Lots of people dress up. Nobody says you have to run, you can bring your poles and do this like a long hike, a slow jog, a walk – whatever you want. At the end you get free photos of yourself, the best tee shirt (people always want to know where I got it when I wear my SpaceRock shirts) and an entirely amazing sense of accomplishment. I am a terrible athlete but doing this every year makes me feel awesome!
Things to know for the best experience: if possible carpool. This location isn’t close to anything and parking space is limited. If offered, pay for the VIP parking, we did and it made our lives so much easier. In the future it may sell out, but the day we ran it looked like some people were still chancing it with the less expensive parking. If you do chose to park at the lot down the road there is a bus to transport you to the trail head, so don’t worry. This race is Very Well Organized. The volunteers are the best.
Some years there is an optional untimed practice run. If this opportunity is offered jump on it. It’s a nice way to make sure you know the course. This year I was slow so I was never by my self, but I did run into other people who had gotten themselves off course which effected their times. Ultimately though, this is not a race where you are running to to make the best time because it’s a trail race and circumstances like weather can really effect you. Run it for fun!
J hope to see you there. Watch out for Gorns
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This course demands respect from those who run it. These hills are no joke and will challenge your endurance and your mental toughness. Prepare yourself to run a course like … MORE
This course demands respect from those who run it. These hills are no joke and will challenge your endurance and your mental toughness. Prepare yourself to run a course like no other and you will be left with a feeling of accomplishment when you cross that finish line. The swag was pretty awesome, love the medal, but still waiting on the swag bag, itself, to be mailed to me. Production was smooth on race day, before and after the race. This is a race I would seriously consider running again.
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The scenery was gorgeous, it was very well organized, and a lot of fun! But definitely a challenge if you’re not used to elevation gains or trail runs. 10/10 will … MORE
The scenery was gorgeous, it was very well organized, and a lot of fun! But definitely a challenge if you’re not used to elevation gains or trail runs. 10/10 will do again.
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What a great experience! I initially signed up to motivate me to start running but that didn’t go as planned. I haven’t ran in a long time and this race … MORE
What a great experience! I initially signed up to motivate me to start running but that didn’t go as planned. I haven’t ran in a long time and this race inspired me to start running again. Everyone was very friendly and I loved that everyone was pushing each other along the way. It definitely keeps you on your toes running up and down hills.
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Out of this world location for sure! The hills are challenging. Just when you think you're all the way to the top, there in one more taller hill to conquer! … MORE
Out of this world location for sure! The hills are challenging. Just when you think you’re all the way to the top, there in one more taller hill to conquer! Beautiful views! The water and fuel stations are always full of goodies to help you finish the race. I am a returner runner amd I will keep on coming back! Best trail race!
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This race was challenging for me because I didn’t really train on trails. But I will definitely be back next year! I will make sure to train for it. The … MORE
This race was challenging for me because I didn’t really train on trails. But I will definitely be back next year! I will make sure to train for it. The volunteers were the best! They had great snacks and were very encouraging. The views were out of this world at Vasquez Rocks. I loved the medal and the shirt, as well as the pink bag they gave us. Was sore for days, but so proud of myself for not giving up. Can’t wait for next year!
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This race has it all. Hill, terrain, sun, tunnel, stream and it never disappoints. Come prepared to see aliens and Chupacabras. If you trained for it, you won't be disappointed. MORE
This race has it all. Hill, terrain, sun, tunnel, stream and it never disappoints. Come prepared to see aliens and Chupacabras. If you trained for it, you won’t be disappointed.
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A fun bit tough race. I'm not a speaker, so going UP hills is not my thing, but I still had fun. The races started on time and there were … MORE
A fun bit tough race. I’m not a speaker, so going UP hills is not my thing, but I still had fun.
The races started on time and there were plenty of volunteers to assist with getting the runners to where they needed to be on race day AND pick up the day before.
A little bummed that when I signed up, the parking was $5, yet became $10 by race day. 🤔
Overall, a nice experience, which I was looking for.
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The course is phenomenal and challenging, yet breathtaking in every sense of the word. Definitely need to train for the elevation so that the climbs are just par for the … MORE
The course is phenomenal and challenging, yet breathtaking in every sense of the word. Definitely need to train for the elevation so that the climbs are just par for the course. The terrain is like no other and the rock formations are one of a kind. Would have liked more port-a-potties at the start line to ensure the lines went quickly so as not to miss the start of the race even though we arrived with ample time. The aid stations were mainly still stocked when I passed by, and the volunteers were amazing with their dance moves and willingness to fill my water bladder. I loved the pickle juice that I spied with my little eye. Going through the tunnel twice is always a unique experience. After the race someone aske me if I would register for next year and I retorted, “Ask me in a week”. A week later, I registered.
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Medals are amazing!! Course support is amazing. Could have better food at finish. Also they didn’t want to hand out the bags prior to the race but by the end … MORE
Medals are amazing!! Course support is amazing. Could have better food at finish. Also they didn’t want to hand out the bags prior to the race but by the end of the race they had run out 😞
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This was my very first trail run with my daughter and son-in-law - #Team Shardana! It’s no surprise that this trail is in the shape of a heart as I … MORE
This was my very first trail run with my daughter and son-in-law – #Team Shardana! It’s no surprise that this trail is in the shape of a heart as I was super encouraged by an enthusiastic race crew, energizing aid stations, and supportive participants! I do need to work on strengthening my hamstring muscles for those upper portions of the uphill sections, but I can’t wait to come back next year!🥰Maybe I’ll try the half marathon.🤔🏃🏽♀️💞SPACEROCK Rocks!👍🏽🎉
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I have participated in every Spacerock from the very beginning, and I have always loved it! (I can only speak to the 5k, as that's the only distance I've raced.) … MORE
I have participated in every Spacerock from the very beginning, and I have always loved it! (I can only speak to the 5k, as that’s the only distance I’ve raced.) Overall, I love the environment, the vibe, and the people! The race organizers pretty much have this down to a science. However, there were just a couple of hiccups. The 5k course is fairly well marked, but while I was waiting for my son to finish the half marathon after I’d finished my race, I noticed there were quite a few people running the longer distances who had taken a wrong turn towards the end of the course. (Luckily, my son wasn’t one of them.) I ended up directing some of those runners toward the finish for a little while. The other hiccup was with the swag bags. Instead of handing them out during packet pickup, they were handed out on the day of the race. There was some communications breakdown between the race organizers and participants resulting in people who were registering last minute getting bags while people who had registered ahead of time did not get theirs (my son and myself included). To me, that just didn’t make any sense. On the bright side, the organizers were very apologetic and sent out an email explaining (partially) why and how that happened, and that swag bags would be mailed to those who didn’t get them. On the one hand, it’s not a big deal. But on the other hand, considering how much race entry costs, I’d definitely like the swag! My only other criticism is that at that finish, they ran out of the electrolyte sports drink. They did have plenty of water, but when my son finished his race, he really was hoping for a sports drink. We ended up walking back to an aid station on our way out so he could get some.
Other than those hiccups, the race was well organized. I enjoyed myself and look forward to next year’s race!
ps – One of the things the organizers do is put on a course preview run. My son and I weren’t able to make this year’s, but we attended the previous year’s. I think it’s a fantastic thing and hope the organizers continue to have preview runs. The other thing I love is all the free race photos! Those are always fun to look at!
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15k- Be prepared to climb, climb, climb! Aid stations were great and the volunteers supportive. The other runners were very encouraging. Did I mention the hills?! MORE
15k- Be prepared to climb, climb, climb! Aid stations were great and the volunteers supportive. The other runners were very encouraging. Did I mention the hills?!
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The half course is very challenging. The first major climb is a really difficult, it will put your legs to the test for the rest of the course. Aid stations … MORE
The half course is very challenging. The first major climb is a really difficult, it will put your legs to the test for the rest of the course. Aid stations in all the right places, and the scenery was beautiful. Plan to be back next year to do it again!
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Challenging, Fun & Worth It!
Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well. MORE
Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well.
Out of this world!
Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon.. The events and staff organizer is ok? I … MORE
Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon..
The events and staff organizer is ok? I think it needs more aid station in 5k specially after the stiff trail.
Needs more bathrooms, the waiting line becomes longer.
I loved this run.
Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails. They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the … MORE
Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails.
They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the sides.
Awesome tough race!
This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to … MORE
This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to run this race and look forward to this race every year.
An amazing and difficult experience
The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of … MORE
The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of goodies, all the volunteers were super friendly and helpful, one of the best race day experiences
A birthday for the ages.
I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I'm running … MORE
I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I’m running through dirt, rocks, creeks, roots, and bushes while staring at breathtaking scenery. I would love to finish this race again and beat my previous performance.
My Favorite Race
This time is my second to worst time on this race, however, in my defense this year we had a new course for the 10k. It's HARD! If you want … MORE
This time is my second to worst time on this race, however, in my defense this year we had a new course for the 10k. It’s HARD! If you want a challenge in beautiful scenery maybe start out with the 5k distance. But if you’re like me, you may enjoy the new distance which was added just this year: 15k. It gives you a chance to challenge yourself just a little bit more without have to go over twice your normal distance (half marathon.)
I am considering that distance for next time. . . but we’ll see.
If you are sitting on the fence about it – just sign up! The people are super nice. It’s the best swag on earth. Lots of people dress up. Nobody says you have to run, you can bring your poles and do this like a long hike, a slow jog, a walk – whatever you want. At the end you get free photos of yourself, the best tee shirt (people always want to know where I got it when I wear my SpaceRock shirts) and an entirely amazing sense of accomplishment. I am a terrible athlete but doing this every year makes me feel awesome!
Things to know for the best experience: if possible carpool. This location isn’t close to anything and parking space is limited. If offered, pay for the VIP parking, we did and it made our lives so much easier. In the future it may sell out, but the day we ran it looked like some people were still chancing it with the less expensive parking. If you do chose to park at the lot down the road there is a bus to transport you to the trail head, so don’t worry. This race is Very Well Organized. The volunteers are the best.
Some years there is an optional untimed practice run. If this opportunity is offered jump on it. It’s a nice way to make sure you know the course. This year I was slow so I was never by my self, but I did run into other people who had gotten themselves off course which effected their times. Ultimately though, this is not a race where you are running to to make the best time because it’s a trail race and circumstances like weather can really effect you. Run it for fun!
J hope to see you there. Watch out for Gorns
Meet the challenge
This course demands respect from those who run it. These hills are no joke and will challenge your endurance and your mental toughness. Prepare yourself to run a course like … MORE
This course demands respect from those who run it. These hills are no joke and will challenge your endurance and your mental toughness. Prepare yourself to run a course like no other and you will be left with a feeling of accomplishment when you cross that finish line. The swag was pretty awesome, love the medal, but still waiting on the swag bag, itself, to be mailed to me. Production was smooth on race day, before and after the race. This is a race I would seriously consider running again.
Super fun challenge
The scenery was gorgeous, it was very well organized, and a lot of fun! But definitely a challenge if you’re not used to elevation gains or trail runs. 10/10 will … MORE
The scenery was gorgeous, it was very well organized, and a lot of fun! But definitely a challenge if you’re not used to elevation gains or trail runs. 10/10 will do again.
Definitely worth the experience
What a great experience! I initially signed up to motivate me to start running but that didn’t go as planned. I haven’t ran in a long time and this race … MORE
What a great experience! I initially signed up to motivate me to start running but that didn’t go as planned. I haven’t ran in a long time and this race inspired me to start running again. Everyone was very friendly and I loved that everyone was pushing each other along the way. It definitely keeps you on your toes running up and down hills.
SPACEROCK AN OUT OF THIS WORLD EXPERIENC
Out of this world location for sure! The hills are challenging. Just when you think you're all the way to the top, there in one more taller hill to conquer! … MORE
Out of this world location for sure! The hills are challenging. Just when you think you’re all the way to the top, there in one more taller hill to conquer! Beautiful views! The water and fuel stations are always full of goodies to help you finish the race. I am a returner runner amd I will keep on coming back! Best trail race!
Beautiful location, great views!
This race was challenging for me because I didn’t really train on trails. But I will definitely be back next year! I will make sure to train for it. The … MORE
This race was challenging for me because I didn’t really train on trails. But I will definitely be back next year! I will make sure to train for it. The volunteers were the best! They had great snacks and were very encouraging. The views were out of this world at Vasquez Rocks. I loved the medal and the shirt, as well as the pink bag they gave us. Was sore for days, but so proud of myself for not giving up. Can’t wait for next year!
Scenic and challenging
This race has it all. Hill, terrain, sun, tunnel, stream and it never disappoints. Come prepared to see aliens and Chupacabras. If you trained for it, you won't be disappointed. MORE
This race has it all. Hill, terrain, sun, tunnel, stream and it never disappoints. Come prepared to see aliens and Chupacabras. If you trained for it, you won’t be disappointed.
Fun race with some sights!
A fun bit tough race. I'm not a speaker, so going UP hills is not my thing, but I still had fun. The races started on time and there were … MORE
A fun bit tough race. I’m not a speaker, so going UP hills is not my thing, but I still had fun.
The races started on time and there were plenty of volunteers to assist with getting the runners to where they needed to be on race day AND pick up the day before.
A little bummed that when I signed up, the parking was $5, yet became $10 by race day. 🤔
Overall, a nice experience, which I was looking for.
Don't think about it, just show up.
The course is phenomenal and challenging, yet breathtaking in every sense of the word. Definitely need to train for the elevation so that the climbs are just par for the … MORE
The course is phenomenal and challenging, yet breathtaking in every sense of the word. Definitely need to train for the elevation so that the climbs are just par for the course. The terrain is like no other and the rock formations are one of a kind. Would have liked more port-a-potties at the start line to ensure the lines went quickly so as not to miss the start of the race even though we arrived with ample time. The aid stations were mainly still stocked when I passed by, and the volunteers were amazing with their dance moves and willingness to fill my water bladder. I loved the pickle juice that I spied with my little eye. Going through the tunnel twice is always a unique experience. After the race someone aske me if I would register for next year and I retorted, “Ask me in a week”. A week later, I registered.
Beautiful location and amazing medal!!!
Medals are amazing!! Course support is amazing. Could have better food at finish. Also they didn’t want to hand out the bags prior to the race but by the end … MORE
Medals are amazing!! Course support is amazing. Could have better food at finish. Also they didn’t want to hand out the bags prior to the race but by the end of the race they had run out 😞
Out of this world!
This was my very first trail run with my daughter and son-in-law - #Team Shardana! It’s no surprise that this trail is in the shape of a heart as I … MORE
This was my very first trail run with my daughter and son-in-law – #Team Shardana! It’s no surprise that this trail is in the shape of a heart as I was super encouraged by an enthusiastic race crew, energizing aid stations, and supportive participants! I do need to work on strengthening my hamstring muscles for those upper portions of the uphill sections, but I can’t wait to come back next year!🥰Maybe I’ll try the half marathon.🤔🏃🏽♀️💞SPACEROCK Rocks!👍🏽🎉
Spacerock is always out of this world!
I have participated in every Spacerock from the very beginning, and I have always loved it! (I can only speak to the 5k, as that's the only distance I've raced.) … MORE
I have participated in every Spacerock from the very beginning, and I have always loved it! (I can only speak to the 5k, as that’s the only distance I’ve raced.) Overall, I love the environment, the vibe, and the people! The race organizers pretty much have this down to a science. However, there were just a couple of hiccups. The 5k course is fairly well marked, but while I was waiting for my son to finish the half marathon after I’d finished my race, I noticed there were quite a few people running the longer distances who had taken a wrong turn towards the end of the course. (Luckily, my son wasn’t one of them.) I ended up directing some of those runners toward the finish for a little while. The other hiccup was with the swag bags. Instead of handing them out during packet pickup, they were handed out on the day of the race. There was some communications breakdown between the race organizers and participants resulting in people who were registering last minute getting bags while people who had registered ahead of time did not get theirs (my son and myself included). To me, that just didn’t make any sense. On the bright side, the organizers were very apologetic and sent out an email explaining (partially) why and how that happened, and that swag bags would be mailed to those who didn’t get them. On the one hand, it’s not a big deal. But on the other hand, considering how much race entry costs, I’d definitely like the swag! My only other criticism is that at that finish, they ran out of the electrolyte sports drink. They did have plenty of water, but when my son finished his race, he really was hoping for a sports drink. We ended up walking back to an aid station on our way out so he could get some.
Other than those hiccups, the race was well organized. I enjoyed myself and look forward to next year’s race!
ps – One of the things the organizers do is put on a course preview run. My son and I weren’t able to make this year’s, but we attended the previous year’s. I think it’s a fantastic thing and hope the organizers continue to have preview runs. The other thing I love is all the free race photos! Those are always fun to look at!
Harder than I anticipated / so much fun
15k- Be prepared to climb, climb, climb! Aid stations were great and the volunteers supportive. The other runners were very encouraging. Did I mention the hills?! MORE
15k- Be prepared to climb, climb, climb! Aid stations were great and the volunteers supportive. The other runners were very encouraging. Did I mention the hills?!
Very Challenging, But Great Race
The half course is very challenging. The first major climb is a really difficult, it will put your legs to the test for the rest of the course. Aid stations … MORE
The half course is very challenging. The first major climb is a really difficult, it will put your legs to the test for the rest of the course. Aid stations in all the right places, and the scenery was beautiful. Plan to be back next year to do it again!