Northeast Race Management, LLC has been putting on trail and road races for runners in Massachusetts since 2012. After five years of organizing races with shorter distances, the organization is expanding to offer its first trail ultramarathon in 2017 with the Big Bear 50K. Continue reading Big Bear 50K is Northeast Trail Series’ First Foray into Ultra Distance
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A Salem Sweep at Mother’s Day 6-Hour
More than an inch of rainfall soaked the trails of Bradley Palmer State Park on Sunday, May 14, but that didn’t prevent the annual G.A.C. Mother’s Day 6-Hour Run from taking place for the 23rd year in a row.
The rain may have kept some runners home – 43 completed at least one loop of the course this year compared to more than 100 in 2016 – and fewer logged major mileage compared to years past. Still, a few of the event’s familiar faces weren’t deterred by the elements, and they ascended to the top of the leaderboard with the most miles. Continue reading A Salem Sweep at Mother’s Day 6-Hour
Photos: Davis Square Runners’ “Not the Worst Weekend” Fat Ass 8-Hour Run
SOMERVILLE, Mass. – The Davis Square Runners played host to the second annual “Not the Worst Weekend” Fat Ass 8-Hour Run on Saturday, April 29, in Somerville, Mass.
More than two-dozen runners gathered in the front yard of club member Fernando Salcido’s house, which served as the start/finish and aid station for the event.
Runners had eight hours to log as many miles as they wanted while following the event’s unique “Choose Your Own Adventure” format. Continue reading Photos: Davis Square Runners’ “Not the Worst Weekend” Fat Ass 8-Hour Run
DRB Sticks to its Roots with Challenging Running, Close-Knit Camaraderie
MILTON, Mass. – Every April since 1897, runners from around the globe have flocked to Massachusetts to take part in the iconic Boston Marathon. Now one of the world’s largest marathons and among the most recognized events in all of sports, Boston has captured the imagination, hopes and dreams of runners for 121 years.
While Boston may be the big show (27,221 runners started this year’s race), there’s another race in town that’s iconic in its own right, albeit on a much smaller scale and on a course that’s far more difficult to follow. The Trail Animals Running Club’s “Don’t Run Boston” trail ultras are a New England ultrarunning cult classic. Continue reading DRB Sticks to its Roots with Challenging Running, Close-Knit Camaraderie
Results: “Don’t Run Boston” Ultras
The 21st edition of the Trail Animals Running Club’s “Don’t Run Boston” ultramarathons took place Saturday, April 15, at the Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, Mass. Fifty-five runners took part between the 50K and 50-mile distances. The following are the final results. Continue reading Results: “Don’t Run Boston” Ultras
Rock Hard Marathon Evolves into Freetown 50K for 2017
The Rock Hard Marathon lived up to its gritty name during its three-year run from 2014-2016 at the Freetown-Fall River State Forest in Assonet, Mass., challenging runners with plenty of singletrack and rocks with some tough hills thrown in for good measure.
The event is growing into an ultramarathon in 2017 and adopting a new name: the Freetown 50K. Continue reading Rock Hard Marathon Evolves into Freetown 50K for 2017
6 Hours of Slush, Ice and Snow Usher in New TARC Season
WESTWOOD, Mass. – A light drizzle pelted around 100 runners gathered in front of Powissett Lodge a few minutes before 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 25. A feeling of anxiety filled the air as they listened to race director Josh Katzman’s final instructions prior to the start of To Hale and Back, the six-hour trail ultramarathon that officially kicked off the Trail Animals Running Club’s new season.
“As always, look out for each other while you’re out there – especially today,” Katzman said. Continue reading 6 Hours of Slush, Ice and Snow Usher in New TARC Season
Results: To Hale and Back
The following are the final results for the Trail Animals Running Club’s 2017 To Hale and Back 6-Hour Ultra and 5K from Saturday, March 25, at Hale Reservation in Westwood, Mass. Continue reading Results: To Hale and Back
24-Hour Ultra Around the Lake to be Absent Again in 2017
The Somerville Road Runners hoped that 2016 would be an anomaly for the organization’s 24-Hour Ultra Around the Lake. Continue reading 24-Hour Ultra Around the Lake to be Absent Again in 2017
‘The Trails Are Free’ Brings TARC, Ultrarunning Culture to the Big Screen
Lindsey Topham didn’t have filmmaking on her mind when she first connected with the Trail Animals Running Club in 2009. Instead, the Boston University graduate student was looking to photograph ultrarunners for a multimedia assignment. Additionally, having recently moved to Massachusetts from California, she hoped to make some new friends who could introduce her to the local trails.
Nearly eight years later, there is excitement in Topham’s voice as she reflects on her early interactions with TARC, how her connection to the organization blossomed both behind the camera and as a runner, and where her journey ultimately led. Continue reading ‘The Trails Are Free’ Brings TARC, Ultrarunning Culture to the Big Screen
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