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Spartathlon
January 20, 2015
Coming September 25, 2015. TrailblazerGirls, bring on your inner Greek heroine! Imagine yourself as Pheidippides, hero of Ancient Greece and the inspiration for our modern day sporting event, the marathon. This is the Spartathlon, a 36 hour challenge that travels the 250 km distance from Athens to Sparta. It starts at the famed Acropolis and […]
Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon and 4 Mile Run
November 18, 2014
Coming December 20, 2014. Get into the holiday spirit with the Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon and 4 Mile Run in Peoria, Arizona. Be one of the first 250 people to check in and receive a Reindeer Kit (nose and antlers) to add to the fun. Both courses are on a paved, well-marked trail system, […]
Columbia Gorge Marathon
October 20, 2014
Coming October 26, 2014. Gorgeous fall colors, waterfalls, and amazing vistas. That’s what you’ll see during the Columbia Gorge Marathon! The course follows Oregon’s historic Columbia River Highway, the first planned scenic roadway in the United States and listed as a National Historic Landmark. This is the perfect time of year to enjoy the marathon […]
Okanagan Marathon, Canada
October 10, 2014
Coming October 11, 2014. In honor of our friends to the north, we’re featuring the Okanagan Marathon this Thanksgiving weekend! Yes, it’s Thanksgiving weekend for our Canadian TrailblazerGirls! Did you know that the very first Thanksgiving celebration in North America happened in Canada in 1578? It occurs every second Monday in October and celebrates the […]
Gone for a Run’s BibDISPLAY
October 1, 2014
You trained hard, finished, and you deserve to toot your own horn! Show off your race bib with the BibDISPLAY from our friends at Gone for a Run. A low-key, black background is the perfect complement to allow your race bib to shine. Plus, you have the option to hang the frame on the wall […]
Kilimanjaro Marathon
October 1, 2014
Coming March 1, 2015. An amazing marathon in the shadows of the highest free-standing mountain in the world. This is the 13th annual Kilimanjaro Marathon held in Moshi, Tanzania. Kili (to those in the know) dominates the landscape at 5,895 metres, but not to worry, you won’t be climbing this mountain during the marathon. With […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon
September 30, 2014
October 26, 2014. Feel the music! The inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Oasis Vancouver Half Marathon couldn’t be set in a more beautiful area. With the backdrop of the mountains and ocean nearby, this half marathon course takes you over a few hills, through Stanley Park, along the sea wall, skirting Chinatown and past the Port […]
Invigorade Endurance Drink
September 26, 2014
Endurance athletes are special and require special hydration. Invigorade Endurance Drink is formulated with a proprietary tri-carbohydrate blend that translates into readily available energy, thus improving performance. Plus it has β-alanine, an amino acid that scientific studies show increases muscular strength, power output, and endurance and delays muscular fatigue. From a taste standpoint, these drinks […]
GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon, Canada
September 22, 2014
Coming October 12, 2014. We’ve become enchanted with the picturesque city of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada, and what better way to see this city, known as the “City of Gardens”, than to participate in the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon next month. The course offers views of Victoria Harbour, BC Legislative Buildings, Steamship Terminal Building, […]
Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon 2014
September 17, 2014
Coming October 25, 2014. Running, wine, and fun! That’s the Healdsburg Wine Country Half Marathon in a nutshell! This very popular event, which sells out early (you’ve been warned, so sign up now!), is in the beautiful Alexander and Dry Creek Valley of California’s Wine Country. The course takes you through autumn-colored vineyards and gentle […]
Canadian Rockies Heli Run
September 2, 2014
Coming September 20, 2014. Unique trail running adventure in the Canadian Rockies and…a helicopter ride! The Canadian Rockies Heli Run offers two special options: a two person team marathon or a solo half marathon. If you choose the team option, one person runs from the Cline River Heliport to a beautiful alpine lake and flies […]
Big Sur Half Marathon
August 12, 2014
Coming November 16, 2014. A beautiful setting for the Big Sur Half Marathon. The route travels along the California coast, past Historic Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, through the quaint downtown of Pacific Grove, with the turnaround point located at the edge of the Links at Spanish Bay, home to many famous golf […]
Berlin Inline Skating Marathon
August 6, 2014
Coming September 27, 2014. The largest and most important inline skating race in the world. The Berlin Inline Skating Marathon is held the same weekend as the popular Berlin Marathon. The course is a 42.2K loop starting and finishing near Brandenburg Gate through the city streets that are closed to car traffic. After the race, […]
The Angkor Wat International Half Marathon
July 29, 2014
Coming December 7, 2014. How many half marathons take you through what was first a Hindu, then subsequently a Buddhist, temple complex? The Angkor Wat International Half Marathon takes runners through this amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect hot, humid temperatures, but the flat course with ancient temples, elephants, and stunning scenery will keep you […]
Reykjavik Marathon
June 16, 2014
Coming August 23, 2014. A marathon in the world’s northernmost capital in a sovereign state. The Reykjavik Marathon is a relatively intimate marathon offering 6 distances to choose from – marathon (expect about 1,000 participants), half marathon, marathon relay for teams of 2-4 people, 10K, 3K, and a Lazy Town Run for the kids. The […]
San Diego Costume Party Half Marathon & 5K / 10K
June 11, 2014
Coming July 13, 2014. Halloween in July? Well, not exactly, but the next best thing is to find a fun costume and sign up for the San Diego Costume Party Half Marathon & 5K/10K! It’s a out and back flat course starting at Qualcomm Stadium then along a paved road that is closed to traffic. […]
SoCal Wine Country Women’s Half Marathon & 5K
May 20, 2014
June 14, 2014. What better way to spend the day than with a group of ladies, a scenic trail run, and…wine! The SoCal Wine Country Women’s Half Marathon & 5K is a challenging course at the Vail Lake Resort in Temecula, California (about an hour and a half southeast of Los Angeles). The course covers […]
RaceDots
May 5, 2014
No more pinholes! The soon-to-be-available RaceDots are an innovative product to attach your race number on your jersey without using safety pins. The patent-pending design uses 2 rare earth magnets that interlock – place one under your shirt then the other on top of your number. You can even slide them around to move your […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon
April 30, 2014
Coming August 4, 2014. Head to the Emerald Isle for the second annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon. This fun half marathon takes you through the Dublin City Center past famous landmarks including Ha’Penny bridge, Christ Church Cathedral, St. Audoen’s Church, and wait for it… the Guinness Brewery! About 10,000 runners are expected to […]
Safari Park Half Marathon, San Diego
March 27, 2014
Coming May 4, 2014. Run with the animals! Well, not exactly…but the Safari Park Half Marathon does finish inside the world famous San Diego Zoo Safari Park. You’ll have a special treat as parts of the course will be through areas within the park that are usually off-limits to zoo attendees, and you’ll also see […]
The San Francisco Marathon
March 25, 2014
Coming July 27, 2014. Golden Gate Bridge…check…Fisherman’s Wharf…check…Golden Gate Park…check…Haight/Ashbury…check. The course route sounds like a listing of all the best landmarks in the beautiful City by the Bay. The San Francisco Marathon is expected to have over 25,000 runners participate in their marathon, 2 half marathon options, 5K, and even a 52.4 double marathon. […]
The Avenue of the Giants Marathon
March 24, 2014
Coming May 4, 2014. Maybe the MOST SCENIC course in the entire country, the Avenue of the Giants Marathon (and half-marathon and 10K) runs through the Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Northern California. The paved course winds through giant old growth 300-foot tall Redwood trees (aka The Giants), providing great shade to keep you cool […]
ZAP Fitness Women’s Mini Camp
March 14, 2014
Coming June 19-22, 2014. As the experts at ZAP Fitness say, “this is a great opportunity for women to get together in a positive and supportive environment where campers will explore the sport of distance running. As with all of our camps our goal is to create an informative, relaxing and challenging running experience. This […]
Powerstep PULSE Performance Orthotics
March 12, 2014
Absorb shock. Run further. The PULSE Performance Orthotics by Powerstep, with their built-in arch support and heel cradle, delivers a blend of stability and cushioning that makes your feet feel better, helps reduce fatigue, and improves the efficiency of your stride. According to the folks at Powerstep, this design will relieve the pain you might be […]