Race Info & Recaps

North Shore Strider Andy Moore ran Maine in 3:22 --his first marathon! Want to know more about the race itself, how he did (especially those last six miles), his goals for next time, and his favorite post-race beer? Check out his blog. … [Read more...] about Strider Marathon Report: Andy Moore Runs Maine

Running along and around the Gloucester coast is just a joy.  The Lone Gull 10K starts atop that sucker hill on Nautilus Ave. that begins the Backshore Race, and it’s a treat to know it’s already behind you when you start.  And that you’re running down it to the finish once you scale its backside on the return.  On a cool day, great for running, many, many folks toed the line … [Read more...] about Lone Gull 10K, September 15, 2013

The Striders had a great run at the Run the Goose 7K race in Gloucester on the Monday holiday, at what could’ve been billed as a swamp/obstacle run. Kate Gage and I got a preview of the race course before the race, so we know what lay in store for the runners – shin deep mud puddles, knee high weeds, and (if you were very unlucky) something left by a dog. Nonetheless, our … [Read more...] about Around the Cape and Puddles

It was fantastic to see so many Striders turn out for the annual Lynn Woods Relay this past Wednesday night! Though only two and a half miles this is not an easy race, featuring two long, steep hills at the outset, topped off with a gnarly, steep-stepping goat path before the final downhill return - all with the added obstacle of rocks and roots to step over while running as … [Read more...] about Lynn Woods Relay