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Challenging but beautiful course. There was a lot of single track. The rain from the prior day helped pack the sandy terrain. Aid stations were not as frequent as road … MORE
Challenging but beautiful course. There was a lot of single track. The rain from the prior day helped pack the sandy terrain. Aid stations were not as frequent as road races but they had great snacks, and no potties out on course.
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The locatuon is beautiful, the organization is top notch, love the medal and the shirt. The course is tough and you earn your finishers medal but it will have you … MORE
The locatuon is beautiful, the organization is top notch, love the medal and the shirt. The course is tough and you earn your finishers medal but it will have you coming back for more. 2 years in a row for me and I’ll be back again! I had so much fun they the raced used my photo for their promo! #sohonored
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Wonderful race experience. Great set up, good communication, beautiful course, wonderful staff, fun runners. Love my shirt and the bag is soooo cute. This is going on my must do … MORE
Wonderful race experience. Great set up, good communication, beautiful course, wonderful staff, fun runners. Love my shirt and the bag is soooo cute. This is going on my must do list.
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Loved this race. I traveled from MN to run in this and it did not disappoint. The scenery was tremendous, course was difficult but rewarding. Everyone that was working the … MORE
Loved this race. I traveled from MN to run in this and it did not disappoint. The scenery was tremendous, course was difficult but rewarding. Everyone that was working the aid stations were very courteous and the supplies were very good. I loved every minute there. Definitely will try and make it again next year.
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I only did the 5k due to time constraints for me to have to leave. The 5k was an amazing course, very challenging to run! Likely the best 5k course … MORE
I only did the 5k due to time constraints for me to have to leave. The 5k was an amazing course, very challenging to run! Likely the best 5k course i’ve ever run. Swag was unbeatable, lots of fun pre/post race. Great website for information, updates, and registration. This is a must do event for me in the future!
Three suggestions for them to make going into future years; need more shuttles since parking is off site outside of the park. Race photos were all low res, try another event photographer. Would love to see age division awards for all races,
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I mentioned in my review last year that that about one third of this 10k race requires runners to pass each other on a narrow track. Most of the runners … MORE
I mentioned in my review last year that that about one third of this 10k race requires runners to pass each other on a narrow track. Most of the runners are very good natured about this, giving the elite runners berth so they can make time. . .but this year, as last year, had a few grumpy grouchies. If it is going to ruin your day to step aside for someone else then this is NOT the race for you.
By far the majority of people are there to HAVE FUN. If you have never done trail racing this is the perfect entry race. It’s challenging, in a stunningly beautiful location with great support. 2018 was slightly overcast which was better weather for running than the heat of 2017. The volunteers are not above dressing up in the theme of SpaceRock. The shirt and swag is loads of fun. My non-runner friends always ask where I got my shirt. So cute! (No one ever covets my race shirts from other races, just saying.)
The course is challenging to be sure. If you don’t train for it, you might find yourself having to walk some of the uphills. Go anyway. It will inspire you to train better for next year, lol. Either way, you gonna be so proud of yourself in all your aching awareness.
Parking is limited so try to carpool.
PS Last year I was running right before my Cancer surgery. Spent most of 2018 trying to readjust to my new normal. Had to take a good 4 months off running due to side effects of my medication. This year I started training 6 weeks before SpaceRock, and made a new personal best!
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The views were amazing. But the hills are not easy, but worth it! The Aid stations were fully stocked even though I am always like a mid- end packer type … MORE
The views were amazing. But the hills are not easy, but worth it! The Aid stations were fully stocked even though I am always like a mid- end packer type of runner, I have to give a shout out to the incredible Volunteers I never saw them tired from cheering, giving high fives or giving out the food. The only thing I saw was that the actual sponsors ran out of product very soon.
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I would recommend this race, awesome medal, fun shirt. I love the course but it’s hard and hilly. The phrase on the shirt has horrible grammar, they need a good … MORE
I would recommend this race, awesome medal, fun shirt. I love the course but it’s hard and hilly. The phrase on the shirt has horrible grammar, they need a good proof reader. The graphics are great. They need a women’s version though. I was swimming in a size small.
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This was one of the best Saturday mornings in a long time. It was my sons first 5k and my first trail race. We had such a good time. Absolutely … MORE
This was one of the best Saturday mornings in a long time. It was my sons first 5k and my first trail race. We had such a good time. Absolutely beautiful trail race. It was well organized and planned. You can tell the organizer really cares about the runners experience. Everything from parking/shuttle, swag, free coffee and bagels etc. Also the free race photos are great. Can’t wait to bring the entire family next year. This race will definitely be on my yearly calendar from now on. I’m also planning on signing up for their Valencia Trail Race.
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I came in last and won the prize. I was a curve behind two runners and made a left turn when I should have made a right turn. I had … MORE
I came in last and won the prize. I was a curve behind two runners and made a left turn when I should have made a right turn. I had less than a mile to go and wound up doing almost 17. It was my fault for not paying attention. I would definitely do this race again, At one point you are going uphill and can look at the top of the mountain and see the fast runners going along the top of the mountain with their Silhouettes against the sky, This race is one to do every year,
Awesome theme! Great course. Tough but doable. Great race swag and support! Easy and free parking and same day pickup. No charge for bag check either! Will make this a … MORE
Awesome theme! Great course. Tough but doable. Great race swag and support! Easy and free parking and same day pickup. No charge for bag check either! Will make this a yearly race for sure.
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If you like trail racing and like a challenge, this is a definite “must do” trail race. The weather was perfect, the course was challenging and we would definitely like … MORE
If you like trail racing and like a challenge, this is a definite “must do” trail race. The weather was perfect, the course was challenging and we would definitely like to do this race again next year.
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There are some challenging uphills. The aid stations were fully stocked and fantastic! I would recommend this race to every trail runner! 😁 MORE
There are some challenging uphills. The aid stations were fully stocked and fantastic! I would recommend this race to every trail runner! 😁
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Great swag and very organized race. Medal was awesome and the on course support was good. I will be running the half because I liked it so much. MORE
Great swag and very organized race. Medal was awesome and the on course support was good. I will be running the half because I liked it so much.
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I like the race and the course. It's a moderate trail run. It's unforgivable, though, for them to run out of shirts AND bags even after registering for this months … MORE
I like the race and the course. It’s a moderate trail run. It’s unforgivable, though, for them to run out of shirts AND bags even after registering for this months in advance! I wrote to the company after the race as instructed, and they responded saying the shirts were on back order, but they are unsure if we’ll be able to get bags. It’s an expensive run, and part of that surely goes to the nice bags and shirts. This can’t happen, and yet it did. Last year, they ran out of volunteer shirts, so my friend didn’t get one of those. Seems to be a thing with them, so just know that it’s a possibility with this race.
I ran the 5K last year, while sick - ugh - and the 5K the inaugural year, and at my age i don't set any land speed records. In 2004, … MORE
I ran the 5K last year, while sick – ugh – and the 5K the inaugural year, and at my age i don’t set any land speed records. In 2004, I shattered an ankle and was told I would never run again. I believed them because I looked like Quasi Modo and scared small kids when I tried.I joined a bible study group at our church called “Run For God” without THINKING – and that was in 2015. That July, I finished my first ever 5K race! Not last! A few months later, I STUPIDLY signed up for the Wild Wild West Lone Pine Trial run – 10 miles….. YIKES! I finished, with my daughter along, and though it kicked my butt, I LOVED every second of it! Well, then came the Indian Wells Man Vs Horse and then the Inaugural Spacerock run – and I am now hooked. I am running and I found the 10K this year to be SO AWESOME and I finished feeling better than the 5K! Now, I send photos from the runs to my surgeon. 🙂 The Spacerock run is challenging – technical but safe, and with a few butt kicking uphills – but there is no other run like it – so far! We will be back, and my 79 year old husband plans to run the 5K in 2019 as I run the 10K.Don’t miss this run – spectacular views, great staff, superbly planned – and oh so FUN! BTW, I just turned 61 in Sept!
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It's easy to kind of phone this race in if you're only doing the 5K or 10K, but if you're a novice trail runner, don't expect an easy transition up … MORE
It’s easy to kind of phone this race in if you’re only doing the 5K or 10K, but if you’re a novice trail runner, don’t expect an easy transition up from the shorter distance to the half-marathon — that back half is monstrous! In a good way, of course, especially if you’re the kind of trail runner who gets off on a little bit of pain for bragging rights. Count on a slow trudge up three massive hills (with the ensuing downhills and views to provide some salve), but if you’re prepared, (which I wasn’t, really), you’ll be fine. I’ve run enough long trail races that I depended on muscle memory to power me through, but next time, I’ll respect the course.
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Everything about this race was fantastic and look forward to racing it again. However, I wish the event organizers had awards for age groups (like a few of my other … MORE
Everything about this race was fantastic and look forward to racing it again. However, I wish the event organizers had awards for age groups (like a few of my other races and I would glad pay a higher entry fee to cover it) and a 10k trail that was an actual loop instead of doubling back part of the way. Doubling back created treacherous conditions from opposing racers.
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This is my 2nd year running SpaceRock. Last year I did the 10K, this year I wanted to challenge myself, get out of my comfort zone and this race did … MORE
This is my 2nd year running SpaceRock. Last year I did the 10K, this year I wanted to challenge myself, get out of my comfort zone and this race did just that! The half was very challenging, with never ending hills and the scenery was the cherry on top.
The volunteers were very helpful and encouraging with lots of goodies.( Thank you volunteers!) The swag was amazing! Very well organized.
I can’t wait for next year
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I would definitely recommend this race to my friends. We had about 20 members of the Foothill Flyers Running Club participate this year it is a must do team event. … MORE
I would definitely recommend this race to my friends. We had about 20 members of the Foothill Flyers Running Club participate this year it is a must do team event. The aid stations are wonderful, the volunteers arguably even better. At the finish line, there are home made chocolate chip cookies and homemade eggrolls! The shirts are awesome and outer space themed. The metals are large and creatively done. The course winds through the beautiful state park and makes you feel like you’re on the set for Star Trek movie. The course has quite a bit of singletrack trail, so you need to be polite and Jim to the runners on their way back. My one suggestion would be that the race director give some directions on course etiquette to newer trail runners before the race. The runners were friendly and encouraging. What a wonderful vibe.
I had a wonderful time..
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Out of this world course
Challenging but beautiful course. There was a lot of single track. The rain from the prior day helped pack the sandy terrain. Aid stations were not as frequent as road … MORE
Challenging but beautiful course. There was a lot of single track. The rain from the prior day helped pack the sandy terrain. Aid stations were not as frequent as road races but they had great snacks, and no potties out on course.
I'm an intergalactic trail runner!
The locatuon is beautiful, the organization is top notch, love the medal and the shirt. The course is tough and you earn your finishers medal but it will have you … MORE
The locatuon is beautiful, the organization is top notch, love the medal and the shirt. The course is tough and you earn your finishers medal but it will have you coming back for more. 2 years in a row for me and I’ll be back again! I had so much fun they the raced used my photo for their promo! #sohonored
Hardest race you'll ever love
Wonderful race experience. Great set up, good communication, beautiful course, wonderful staff, fun runners. Love my shirt and the bag is soooo cute. This is going on my must do … MORE
Wonderful race experience. Great set up, good communication, beautiful course, wonderful staff, fun runners. Love my shirt and the bag is soooo cute. This is going on my must do list.
Top 5 trail race!!
Loved this race. I traveled from MN to run in this and it did not disappoint. The scenery was tremendous, course was difficult but rewarding. Everyone that was working the … MORE
Loved this race. I traveled from MN to run in this and it did not disappoint. The scenery was tremendous, course was difficult but rewarding. Everyone that was working the aid stations were very courteous and the supplies were very good. I loved every minute there. Definitely will try and make it again next year.
challenging, scenic, amazing experience
I only did the 5k due to time constraints for me to have to leave. The 5k was an amazing course, very challenging to run! Likely the best 5k course … MORE
I only did the 5k due to time constraints for me to have to leave. The 5k was an amazing course, very challenging to run! Likely the best 5k course i’ve ever run. Swag was unbeatable, lots of fun pre/post race. Great website for information, updates, and registration. This is a must do event for me in the future!
Three suggestions for them to make going into future years; need more shuttles since parking is off site outside of the park. Race photos were all low res, try another event photographer. Would love to see age division awards for all races,
Even better than the last time!
I mentioned in my review last year that that about one third of this 10k race requires runners to pass each other on a narrow track. Most of the runners … MORE
I mentioned in my review last year that that about one third of this 10k race requires runners to pass each other on a narrow track. Most of the runners are very good natured about this, giving the elite runners berth so they can make time. . .but this year, as last year, had a few grumpy grouchies. If it is going to ruin your day to step aside for someone else then this is NOT the race for you.
By far the majority of people are there to HAVE FUN. If you have never done trail racing this is the perfect entry race. It’s challenging, in a stunningly beautiful location with great support. 2018 was slightly overcast which was better weather for running than the heat of 2017. The volunteers are not above dressing up in the theme of SpaceRock. The shirt and swag is loads of fun. My non-runner friends always ask where I got my shirt. So cute! (No one ever covets my race shirts from other races, just saying.)
The course is challenging to be sure. If you don’t train for it, you might find yourself having to walk some of the uphills. Go anyway. It will inspire you to train better for next year, lol. Either way, you gonna be so proud of yourself in all your aching awareness.
Parking is limited so try to carpool.
PS Last year I was running right before my Cancer surgery. Spent most of 2018 trying to readjust to my new normal. Had to take a good 4 months off running due to side effects of my medication. This year I started training 6 weeks before SpaceRock, and made a new personal best!
Running PCT what else you need..
The views were amazing. But the hills are not easy, but worth it! The Aid stations were fully stocked even though I am always like a mid- end packer type … MORE
The views were amazing. But the hills are not easy, but worth it! The Aid stations were fully stocked even though I am always like a mid- end packer type of runner, I have to give a shout out to the incredible Volunteers I never saw them tired from cheering, giving high fives or giving out the food. The only thing I saw was that the actual sponsors ran out of product very soon.
Fun and Scenic
I would recommend this race, awesome medal, fun shirt. I love the course but it’s hard and hilly. The phrase on the shirt has horrible grammar, they need a good … MORE
I would recommend this race, awesome medal, fun shirt. I love the course but it’s hard and hilly. The phrase on the shirt has horrible grammar, they need a good proof reader. The graphics are great. They need a women’s version though. I was swimming in a size small.
Awesome Trail Race!!!!!
This was one of the best Saturday mornings in a long time. It was my sons first 5k and my first trail race. We had such a good time. Absolutely … MORE
This was one of the best Saturday mornings in a long time. It was my sons first 5k and my first trail race. We had such a good time. Absolutely beautiful trail race. It was well organized and planned. You can tell the organizer really cares about the runners experience. Everything from parking/shuttle, swag, free coffee and bagels etc. Also the free race photos are great. Can’t wait to bring the entire family next year. This race will definitely be on my yearly calendar from now on. I’m also planning on signing up for their Valencia Trail Race.
The Run Up The Mountain
I came in last and won the prize. I was a curve behind two runners and made a left turn when I should have made a right turn. I had … MORE
I came in last and won the prize. I was a curve behind two runners and made a left turn when I should have made a right turn. I had less than a mile to go and wound up doing almost 17. It was my fault for not paying attention. I would definitely do this race again, At one point you are going uphill and can look at the top of the mountain and see the fast runners going along the top of the mountain with their Silhouettes against the sky, This race is one to do every year,
Best So Cal Trail run period!
Awesome theme! Great course. Tough but doable. Great race swag and support! Easy and free parking and same day pickup. No charge for bag check either! Will make this a … MORE
Awesome theme! Great course. Tough but doable. Great race swag and support! Easy and free parking and same day pickup. No charge for bag check either! Will make this a yearly race for sure.
Had a great time with great friends!
If you like trail racing and like a challenge, this is a definite “must do” trail race. The weather was perfect, the course was challenging and we would definitely like … MORE
If you like trail racing and like a challenge, this is a definite “must do” trail race. The weather was perfect, the course was challenging and we would definitely like to do this race again next year.
Awesome race!
There are some challenging uphills. The aid stations were fully stocked and fantastic! I would recommend this race to every trail runner! 😁 MORE
There are some challenging uphills. The aid stations were fully stocked and fantastic! I would recommend this race to every trail runner! 😁
Great Trail Run
Great swag and very organized race. Medal was awesome and the on course support was good. I will be running the half because I liked it so much. MORE
Great swag and very organized race. Medal was awesome and the on course support was good. I will be running the half because I liked it so much.
Too expensive to run out of swag
I like the race and the course. It's a moderate trail run. It's unforgivable, though, for them to run out of shirts AND bags even after registering for this months … MORE
I like the race and the course. It’s a moderate trail run. It’s unforgivable, though, for them to run out of shirts AND bags even after registering for this months in advance! I wrote to the company after the race as instructed, and they responded saying the shirts were on back order, but they are unsure if we’ll be able to get bags. It’s an expensive run, and part of that surely goes to the nice bags and shirts. This can’t happen, and yet it did. Last year, they ran out of volunteer shirts, so my friend didn’t get one of those. Seems to be a thing with them, so just know that it’s a possibility with this race.
A RUN Worth Repeating!
I ran the 5K last year, while sick - ugh - and the 5K the inaugural year, and at my age i don't set any land speed records. In 2004, … MORE
I ran the 5K last year, while sick – ugh – and the 5K the inaugural year, and at my age i don’t set any land speed records. In 2004, I shattered an ankle and was told I would never run again. I believed them because I looked like Quasi Modo and scared small kids when I tried.I joined a bible study group at our church called “Run For God” without THINKING – and that was in 2015. That July, I finished my first ever 5K race! Not last! A few months later, I STUPIDLY signed up for the Wild Wild West Lone Pine Trial run – 10 miles….. YIKES! I finished, with my daughter along, and though it kicked my butt, I LOVED every second of it! Well, then came the Indian Wells Man Vs Horse and then the Inaugural Spacerock run – and I am now hooked. I am running and I found the 10K this year to be SO AWESOME and I finished feeling better than the 5K! Now, I send photos from the runs to my surgeon. 🙂 The Spacerock run is challenging – technical but safe, and with a few butt kicking uphills – but there is no other run like it – so far! We will be back, and my 79 year old husband plans to run the 5K in 2019 as I run the 10K.Don’t miss this run – spectacular views, great staff, superbly planned – and oh so FUN! BTW, I just turned 61 in Sept!
Thrill to the hills!
It's easy to kind of phone this race in if you're only doing the 5K or 10K, but if you're a novice trail runner, don't expect an easy transition up … MORE
It’s easy to kind of phone this race in if you’re only doing the 5K or 10K, but if you’re a novice trail runner, don’t expect an easy transition up from the shorter distance to the half-marathon — that back half is monstrous! In a good way, of course, especially if you’re the kind of trail runner who gets off on a little bit of pain for bragging rights. Count on a slow trudge up three massive hills (with the ensuing downhills and views to provide some salve), but if you’re prepared, (which I wasn’t, really), you’ll be fine. I’ve run enough long trail races that I depended on muscle memory to power me through, but next time, I’ll respect the course.
Racing the Gorn!
Everything about this race was fantastic and look forward to racing it again. However, I wish the event organizers had awards for age groups (like a few of my other … MORE
Everything about this race was fantastic and look forward to racing it again. However, I wish the event organizers had awards for age groups (like a few of my other races and I would glad pay a higher entry fee to cover it) and a 10k trail that was an actual loop instead of doubling back part of the way. Doubling back created treacherous conditions from opposing racers.
An Amazing Race!
This is my 2nd year running SpaceRock. Last year I did the 10K, this year I wanted to challenge myself, get out of my comfort zone and this race did … MORE
This is my 2nd year running SpaceRock. Last year I did the 10K, this year I wanted to challenge myself, get out of my comfort zone and this race did just that! The half was very challenging, with never ending hills and the scenery was the cherry on top.
The volunteers were very helpful and encouraging with lots of goodies.( Thank you volunteers!) The swag was amazing! Very well organized.
I can’t wait for next year
Space Rock does it again
I would definitely recommend this race to my friends. We had about 20 members of the Foothill Flyers Running Club participate this year it is a must do team event. … MORE
I would definitely recommend this race to my friends. We had about 20 members of the Foothill Flyers Running Club participate this year it is a must do team event. The aid stations are wonderful, the volunteers arguably even better. At the finish line, there are home made chocolate chip cookies and homemade eggrolls! The shirts are awesome and outer space themed. The metals are large and creatively done. The course winds through the beautiful state park and makes you feel like you’re on the set for Star Trek movie. The course has quite a bit of singletrack trail, so you need to be polite and Jim to the runners on their way back. My one suggestion would be that the race director give some directions on course etiquette to newer trail runners before the race. The runners were friendly and encouraging. What a wonderful vibe.
I had a wonderful time..