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Olde Girdled Grit Trail Run

Name: Olde Girdled Grit Trail Run
Start: 2025-03-01
End: 2025-03-01
Location: Concord

Concord, United States • 1 Mar 2025

The Olde Girdled Grit Trail Run is a challenging running event featuring both marathon and half-marathon distances. Participants start at Parkside Elementary School in Concord Township, Ohio, and traverse scenic trails through the Girdled Road Reservation, which includes various terrains such as hills, wooden bridges, and a suspension bridge. Each runner receives a fleece jacket, a finisher medal, and post-race refreshments. The course is well-supported with multiple aid stations and restrooms. This event is part of the GCXC Running Series, promoting local racing and community engagement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Concord

Race information

Website

26 mi

Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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