What’s NEW for 2024? A whole bunch of stuff!
OHIO ENDURANCE SERIES & DIRTY TRAIL SERIES
- More Awards: We added another age group for OES and DTS races – 29 & Under is now 25-29 and 24 & Under.
FOOLS TRAIL RACE
- New date: Look for better weather and trail conditions as Fools moves to Memorial Day weekend – May 25th.
- New distances: 25k and 50k aren’t enough? Go for the 50M or 100k distance. If you choose to drop, get credit for the distance you complete!
- New course: 5k loops are perfect for dialing in your gear, hydration, and nutrition – and it’s spectator friendly!
BURNING RIVER
- Early Start Options: 100M early start option gives you 32 hours; 50M is 15 hours; Back 50M is now an 18 hour cutoff!
- Marathon Options: Burning River Marathon has two start times, with 12 and 14 hour cutoff times.
- Updated Merch: Watch for a fresh new merch, as well as new swag options – details coming soon!
RACE FOR THE PARKS
- New date: Race for the Parks 5k & 10k moves up to April 20th – giving you another option for your early spring lineup!
SPRING RUNNING SERIES
- Best of Brecksville Reservation: The Spring Running Series is moving to Brecksville Reservation, with post-race meetups nearby in Brecksville!
MO SPRING MARATHON
- New Start/Finish: Mo Spring Marathon & Half Marathon unveils a new start/finish location at Mohican State Park this year!
POLICY UPDATE
- Bib Transfers: Race week not going as planned? Transfer your bib to someone else – we’ve extended this to 3 days before race date instead of ten days! This is a common request we’re doing our best to accommodate.
OHIO ENDURANCE SERIES
- New OES jackets: The Ohio Endurance Series introduces a cutting-edge packable jacket designed to meet the demands of adventurous athletes!
- Engineered with water repellency and wind resistance, this ultra-light jacket ensures optimal protection against the elements.
- The inclusion of a hood that can be tightened adds versatility, allowing athletes to adapt to changing weather conditions on the fly.
- It is the ideal companion for long-distance races, minimizing weight without compromising on performance.
- With packability at its core, this jacket conveniently packs into its own pocket.
- Whether facing rain, wind, or the need for a lightweight layer, this jacket is the ultimate choice for those pushing the boundaries of endurance in the Ohio landscape.
