Run Through the Lights
November 17th, 2009
Enjoy a breathtaking run/walk through Midwest’s longest drive through holiday light display. 8k Run/Walk Lightfest Information and Registraion Form
Detroit Turkey Trot 10k/5k/1 mile
November 26th, 2010
Head to downtown Detroit and have earn that turkey dinner! With three different races available, there is a distance that suits everyone, and you get to be part of one of the most amazing parades in the area. There is also a costume contest for those of you who didn't get enough at Halloween. Turkey Trot Website
Martian Marathon/Half/10k/5k
April 10th, 2010
There is a distance for all runners and a perfect early season goal to jump start the tri season run training. Plenty of FASTers run in every distance option of this race. Looking to step up your running, try training for this race with FAST! Martian Marathon Website
The CRIM Festival of Races 10 mile/8k/5k
August 2010
This is the largest race in Michigan with 10's of thousands of runners particpating in eithe rthe 5k, 8k, or 10 mile run and walk. This race has deep roots in Michigan's running community and is a must-do annual event for some people. Benefiting the Special Olympics, this race festival is all about fitness, fun, and charity. CRIM Website
Brooksie Way Half Marathon / 5k
August 2010
Looking for a fall challenge? The Brooksie Way is a great race to train for to keep motivation high through the summer. Pair it along with the CRIM 10 miler in August and you get a discount on registration for both. Brooksie Way Website
Detroit Free Press Marathon/ New Balance Half Marathon/ Kar's Nuts 5-Person Relay / 5k
October 17th, 2010
Another extremely popular race is the Detroit Marathon. You will see FASTers in the marathon, the half, and in the relay teams. NEW in 2010 - we would like to see some FAST team relays enter into the mix. With distances ranging from 3 - 6.6 miles, there is a distance for everybody! With this race, you get to see it all - the Bridge, the Tunnel, Belle Isle, Mexican Town, Indian Village, Downtown Detroit... what an amazing race to call your first Half or full marathon, or even to participate in a team to accomplish the 26.2 miles.
For those FASTers who are not distance runners, if there is enough interest we will put together a relay team or two as interest mounts. Please contact tris@swimfasttrifast.com and let me know if you are interested.
If there is a run or race that you would like listed, please email tris@swimfasttrifast.com