8 Boutique Races to Add to Your Calendar
By Michael Clarke
Active.com
Looking for a unique race away from the hustle-and-bustle of the big city? With their beautiful scenery, and small-town charm, these eight events are the perfect addition to your race calendar.
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Rockford, Illinois - May 20, 2012
Looking for a break from the crowds? This popular Boston qualifier travels through scenic downtown Rockford and offers a great shot at a PR. Learn More
Vancouver, Washington - June 17, 2012
Featuring one of the most beautiful courses in the country, this Pacific Northwest event offers historic sites and a scenic run across the Columbia River. Learn More
Bath, New York - September 30, 2012
Got a need for speed? This fast, mostly flat, point-to-point course in upstate New York offers great scenery and a drop in elevation that can add some serious boost to your race speed. Learn More
Middleton, Wisconsin - October 13, 2012
Held in Money magazine's "2007 Best Place to Live", this event takes you through historical haunted sites and promises a few ghosts and goblins along the way. Learn More
Syracuse, New York - October 21, 2012
There's nothing quite like New York in the fall. And this popular event is a great way to test your skills and enjoy autumn colors at their best. Learn More
Mabelton, Georgia - October 27, 2012
Set on Atlanta's hottest running trail, this popular race offers a fast, flat course with plenty of scenery. (Be sure to register early, this event sells out fast.) Learn More
Geyersville, California - October 27, 2012
Located just north of San Francisco, this spectacular Halloween-themed course, that curves through the beautiful Dry Creek Valley, promises vibrant fall colors and a festive finish line. Learn More
Santa Barbara, California - November 10, 2012
Stationed in Southern California's "American Riviera", this point-to-point course travels through the scenic Goleta Valley, historic Santa Barbara mesa area, and finishes with a stunning descent to the Pacific Ocean. Learn More
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