YEAR IN REVIEW
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate during these difficult times. It was, and continues to be, a challenging time for us as race directors. We also recognize that many others are struggling far more than we are. We made a decision in the first month of the pandemic to never switch participants to a virtual race and to never cancel a race without giving participants options (deferrals/credits/etc.)
Yes, this was financially difficult for us and continues to be the right thing to do. We quickly pivoted to putting on virtual challenges and working with our public health department to restart in-person racing in a safe manner. Thanks to your support, over the last 12 months we donated over $30k and we helped our non-profit partners raise over $150k.
Yes, we did all of this without switching you to a virtual race or cancelling a race without offering credits/deferrals/ etc. We have thought a lot about our race company and you as a participant. We recognize you have choices. With that in mind, we continue to make changes that benefit YOU – the participant.
We appreciate you and your consideration of our races!
NEW RACES
SALT FORK CHALLENGES & OHIO OUTSIDE SERIES
We are happy to announce that the Salt Fork Spring Challenge, Salt Fork Fall Challenge, and the Ohio Outside Trail Series will now be managed and owned by Western Reserve Racing. We look forward to our continued relationship with Mark and the addition of these races to our calendar. Watch for more information soon!
From Mark & The Team at Ohio Outside...
"We have been working together over the last couple of years and having conversations along the way. As Ohio Outside is now focused in areas not associated with race promotion, we found it natural to ask them to carry on for us. Western Reserve Racing is truly participant focused and a leader at putting on trail races. It’s been a fun run (pun-intended) and we hope to see you soon as we plan on being participants!"
BUCKEYE TRAIL 50K
We are also happy to announce that Buckeye Trail 50k will now be managed and owned by Western Reserve Racing. Joe's birthday race, now in its 27th year, is recognized as the premier trail 50k in the state of Ohio. Read the history HERE. Registration is open and approved for in-person racing!
4 ON THE 4TH
There's a new race coming to town in July. 4 On The 4th will join Race for the Parks 5k & 10k and the Frosty 5 as part of our Hudson road race series. Registration opens soon for this walker and stroller friendly event.
NEW POLICIES
We understand – things happen. So we are now offering more flexibility and options for you. Check out our expanded policies below regarding deferrals, bib transfers, and sold out races. Additional information on our website HERE.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If a race is cancelled due to inclement weather, trail conditions, or circumstances beyond our control, registrants will be offered a 1 year deferral/race credit toward any WRR event. Entry fees will not be refunded. Participants can self-manage deferrals through their RSU account.
DEFERRAL POLICY
Registrants may get a 1 year deferral/race credit equal to 50% of their registration fee to be used toward any WRR event. Registrants must initiate the deferral at least 30 days before race day and self-manage through their RSU account. Does not apply to Burning River 100M/50M Endurance Runs & Relay (No Deferrals).
BIB TRANSFERS
Bibs may be transferred between registrants for a $20 fee. For races with entry fees less than $65, the fee is discounted to $10. The original registrant will receive a refund once the recipient of the transfer registers for the race. Registrants must initiate the transfer at least 10 days before race day and self-manage bib transfers through their RSU account.
SOLD OUT RACES – WAIT LIST
If a race is sold out, a wait list will be turned on. Existing registrants may give up their spot and request a refund for a fee of $20. For races with entry fees less than $65, the fee is discounted to $10. A refund will not be given until someone registers to fill their spot. When a race is sold out, participants wanting to give up their spot and request a refund will do so through their RSU account.
REFUND POLICY
No refunds of entry fees.
Burning River 100 Mile and 50 Mile participants may get a 50% refund of their registration fee. Registrants must initiate the refund no later than May 31 and self-manage through their RSU account.
NEW VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Our race volunteers are the best! To show our appreciation, we have updated our volunteer program to offer credits that are redeemable for merchandise or race entries. Read about it HERE and consider helping at an upcoming race.
NEW EMAIL LIST OPTIONS
You can now customize what emails your receive from us. Click the Update Profile link in the footer of this email to choose from the following:
- Hiker-Friendly Events
- Road Races
- Trail Races (5k to 13.1M)
- Trail Endurance Races (13.1M to 50k)
- Burning River (100/50M & Relay)
