Bottom Line: An awesome triathlon…read more I have had the chance to participate in this event a few times now and it was bigger than I thought it was going to be. Very professionally run but still relatively casual and fun. The venues for all three portions is awesome. The bike leg is longer than most other Tri's that I have done so it definitely benefits bikers, at least for the sprint. Great expo afterwards, lots of community support... I highly recommend this event!!

This is a great duathlon (run/bike/run) race program with a series of three races. I've been doing…read moretriathlons and duathlons in So Cal for about 5 years, but did the Camarillo Duathlon for the first time yesterday. I have to commend the race organizer -- Elite Sports Ventura County -- on a very well organized and well supported event. This is one of the smaller duathlons I've done in terms of number of participants, but it felt big time. Good volunteer support, well-marked course with sheriffs controlling traffic at intersections, technical t-shirts, finishers medals, free massages, nice swag, etc. I did the race as an early season training exercise to assess my race fitness. Both the run and bike courses are very flat and offered a good test of my straight speed without climbs and fast descents. I recommend this series highly whether you are new to the sport or have more experience want a fun challenge. I'll be back in April for the next race!

Had a fantastic time if that's possible doing something very tough and challenging as is the case…read moreof a Duathalon. It was my first after doing 6 full marathons and other runs. It was my first cycling competition. I haven't been cycling for long and have much to learn. Did the Olympian version, sprint was half version. Olympian was 2 loops of each leg. Run 3miles, 19.5 cycle, run 3miles. Run was flat and very doable if you don't mind loops. Ride was mostly flat but had it's challenges. A couple of small inclines, quiet and peaceful around the fields. Wind was tough at times. Event was very well organized. Volunteers were great, road police support at intersections were helpful. Had I gotten in trouble I would have hated walking back, no bike support for unexpected things like flat tires. Goody bag was ok for $42 Olympian version thru Living Social - Clif bar, technical tshirt, body glide, and reusable bag. Why not 5 's? Unexpected large turn out meant insufficient medals for many especially slower Olympic participants that came in after Sprint participants. They claim medals will b mailed in 4-6 weeks. Would I do it again and recommend? Absolutely! Great first Duathalon experience and many very experienced too but expect a challenge and train!

Okay... this race? SO good…read more If you're looking for a marathon that's fast, beautiful, and actually fun to run, Mountains to Beach is it. Just so youknow it's not a total free ride (and honestly, that's what makes it even better). You start in Ojai running through orange groves at sunrise, and it already feels like a vibe. Cool air, quiet roads, and just enough excitement to get you going without feeling chaotic. Then you head out into stretches with river views, farmland, cows, and horses -- it's peaceful in the best way and makes the miles go by so much easier. I was in awe. The course had a lot of support from the community with people out in their lawn chairs cheering us on. Real runner talk: The first ~3 miles are a steady uphill (don't get too excited too early) The middle miles has rollers that keep you working. There are some flat sections where it's just you and your thoughts And yes... a little hill toward the end just to test you. I even forgot my name. So yeah, it's downhill overall. But you still have to run smart to earn it. Why I loved it: The scenery is chef's kiss the whole way It never feels boring. The course support keeps you engaged. Some people were stopped on the side of the freeway supporting friends and family. At first I thought something had happened then I saw the signs and was like oh wow!! Perfect for runners who know how to pace and stay patient. That finish line feeling hits different when you know you executed it right. Crossing the finish in 3:25 with a BQ and a solid 20 min buffer made it even sweeter. Would I run it again? 100% yes. Might not be able to next year as I will probably be in Boston. This one is officially a favorite

There was very little good about this race. If I had to say one good thing, I would say that the…read morevolunteers at most of the race stations were good. That is where the good ended. The expo is complete trash. The expo is in some dirty fairgrounds that charge $10 for parking. There is nothing at the expo besides a fortune teller and some other unrelated stuff you can buy. The Race Director was a major fail for this event. 6 weeks before they event, they pushed it back 1 week. Hotels, flights, gas, everything was more expensive for the week delay. The race started 20 minutes late in the hot sun, which also led to hotter time when running. Standing in a packed group for those 20 minutes also gave me COVID 3 days later. The course was poorly marked and due to that error, everyone ran an extra .5 miles. Many missed their BQ. Post race food was minimal and everyone was just pissed because they missed their BQ. I was far from a celebratory mood and just wanted to go home. No pictures, no celebration. Just anger and disappointment. People dedicate months / years for training, and M2B was a complete failure that took goals away. if you are looking for a PR or BQ, I suggest doing a different race until this one has a track record of getting their crap together. Shame on you M2B.

(Half #16, 2015)…read more Running 13 miles along the beautiful beaches of Southern California--and getting a super cool medal for doing so--is an exceptional way to spend your morning, is it not? (Most of my friends whole-heartedly disagree, so let 'em.) But while most linger still in dreamland's starlit warmth, fast asleep and snuggling their pillows, shoelaced running enthusiasts congregate upon Ventura's coastline for Elite Sports' 3rd annual Shoreline Half Marathon. If you've run the Ventura Half or Elite Sports' Seaside Half, this course'll look pretty familiar. Beginning around the Ventura Promenade and Pier, Shoreline's Half courses North along the beach's rolling bike and pedestrian path. For the most part, this course is flat and even. (It's relative, I know.) A few dips are here and there, but the ocean and accompanying scenery distract, enough so that you may not even notice the simple climbs. The Half doesn't begin until 8am--the 5k and 10k follow--so it's likely you'll be running through some heat. (I'd brought a cap, and I am so glad I did because running South after the turn-around means seven miles sunward.) Bring along some sunscreen! Shoreline has multiple water/aid stations along the route, welcoming oases that certainly help as the temperature rises. Shoreline also offers its Half Marathoners free tacos and beer after the race, and that's a great perk; however, the lines for both were a bit long. We opted instead to try a taco shop upon the pier: a couple Beach House Tacos and a limed Corona seriously...hit...the...spot! (Another reason for getting tacos along the pier, by the way, was that our validated receipt awarded us free parking in the neighboring structure!) What's really cool about Elite Sports' races, though, is their "Endurance Challenge": running seven of their Half marathons awards a challenge medal at the year's end. I want that! Having run now four of Elite's Half so far, I was given another water bottle, a sweet running cap, and a great ditty bag! For more information about the Endurance Challenge, check here: elitesportsca.com/Endura.... And, even cooler, is that Elite Sports' races are included in the CA Half Series (calhalfseries.com), which--if you're into Halfs--awards a 10-, 15-, and 20-run series medal at the end of the year. Running seven of Elite Sports' inches you closer to the halfway mark! TIP: If you plan to run any of Elite Sports' or the CA Half Series' races, check out RaceShed (raceshed.com); it gives "race for less" discounts and promo codes.

First off - I understand that this was the 2nd year that this race was put on and I heard many…read morecomplaints about it from last year. So I went into this race not feeling really good about it. However - My wife and I thought overall this was a solid organized event and a fair price for what you get out of it. The prerace packet pick up was at a local Sports Authority. Basically you received the chip, race number, shirt, plastic bottle, bag and a few coupons. Not a whole lot in comparison to other races.. The pickup was rather smooth btw. Nice sectioned off area of the store. The race location iteself: Plenty of parking at the location and easy to get to. The pre announcements were loud and clear and the race started on time This was a timed race and it clearly appeared to be some confusion by racers as how the staggerred times should work becuase you saw folks that clearly should not have been going up front with the top racers. One ouch moment occurred before the race: The announcer did slip up and cursed not knowing he was still on an open Mic. he did apologize but it was a bit unproffesional - especially with a kid/family friendly event. The course for the most part was rather flat and the first couple of miles you do see the shoreline but then is spans out away from the beach and into a residential area. The first few miles were tight - thin bike path and trying to pass people was a bit difficult. One draw back with this race is that it is not exactly closed off. Racers need to contend with beachgoers and transiets that wander throughout the course. There were police and volunteers keeping traffic away. There was a bit of an uphill and then a nice long down hill with shade through the residential area during I believe miles 3-4. This race was HOT! really baked on you and drained you. My guess was that it was mid to high 70's early in the am. Refreshments: Water, gatorade and gel stations were staggered through out the race course. I know other reviewers reported to have gotten lost or confused and got off course but I honeslty thought that it was rather well directed. Post Race: There was a tent for post race results, tents for water, gatorade, bread, bannanas and oranges etc.. Also had massage tables set up and they worked for tips. Music was playing - nice grassy area Not just with this race but with all races I honeslty wish participants were more aware and courteous of other racers. Too many participants dont actually run and walk the course speading out across the lane shoulder to shoulder and talking with their friends making it very difficult for actual runners to pass... Also people that race with their dogs have got to keep them under control. (My suggestion to Organizers is to maybe do an etiquette review by the announcer prior to each race) The wife and I would do this one again - the only real draw back was it was incrediblly hot - which you just take your chances with mother nature.

Great track club. I've run with a lot of clubs, and his events are well run, great value, and…read morefriendly. These are low car count, higher quality events than the pack as many cars as possible events. The willow springs event was 8 hours of track time, no run groups, and included top notch instruction (free). Lunch was also included. I'll be back for sure.

Had a great time at my first Fast Toys event at Laguna Seca running my own car. Fast Toys did a…read moregreat job from the informative drivers meeting where all questions were answered to the included lunch. They had a couple of pro drivers to show attendees the racing line at the beginning of the first session. The pros were also out on the track during later sessions for more help and they were available to talk in the pits. The event was well run, casual, but covering everything necessary for a safe fun day. There weren't too many cars, so we got plenty of track time. I nearly wore out a new set of tires and brake pads because I was able to run so many laps. Had a great time and will definitely attend their events in the future and recommend to others.

Xterra holds a series of trail runs throughout the year with the best of the best competing at the…read moreXterra Nationals. The Boney Mountain Trail Race is #4 of the series (7 total). There are two options for this run. A 6K and 21K. Since my fiancee and I are training for 2 marathons (LA And Paris) and a 1/2 Ironman Triathlon, we decided to go with the 21K (13 mile) course. The 21K course has 2,800 feet of climbing with 1,800 of that climb coming at mile 6-10. If you can get yourself up to the top or even close to the top the views are amazing (well if you aren't concerned with your time and can enjoy the views). This is a tough course. It's the toughest of the series. The course consist of very little pavement (in the beginning and the end), some fire roads and mostly singletrack. The race is well organized with a good amount of support. There are water/Gatorade stations scattered throughout the course and at least 1 or 2 Gu stops but I didn't stop since I usually carry my own nutrition on long runs. I'm sure the people were friendly. The one thing that stood out to me about this race was the amount of paramedics available. There seemed to be a couple of them station at every 3 miles or so. It goes to show how tough and dangerous this course can be. As the saying goes "what goes up must come down" the descents on this trail is pretty technical. If you can master the downhill and not be afraid you can pick up a lot of time. During the first practice run 3-4 weeks back I was hesitant on going full blast down the hills because I didn't want to eat dirt and I don't like pain. This time I decided to just go for it and make up as much time as possible. I'm so glad I did because I shaved a lot of time off. The weather was sunny on race day but cold. However, this wasn't the problem. The Santa Ana winds were blowing so it made the run a lot tougher in the beginning. Once you made it past the first 2 miles or so the wind wasn't bad until the last mile. The final 1/2 mile was the toughest because you knew you were at the end and wanted to give it your all only to have mother nature and her 20MPH head wind coming at you. It felt like running in slow motion. I really wish there was somebody I could have drafted off of. In the end I did have fun. Got my butt kicked by the trail but got a great workout and a better understanding of trail running. Happy runnings!

Fun, challenging course (the most challenging in their series)! I had run the Xterra Crystal Cove…read morerace, so I was familiar with the event and knew them to be small, but well-organized and efficient. I love that they offer same day packet pickup. The shuttling to Boney Mountain was great and easy to figure out. If you've never run a trail race, you should know the ambiance is different than a road race. It tends to draw a more "running for the sake of running" type crowd and obviously, on the trails, there is no crowd support, save for random hikers and runners who may give you well-wishes. The climbs in this race are no joke - prepare for a fair amount of walking unless you're in truly top condition! But the views are lovely, as was the trail. I love the finish line at Xterra events - it's always really enthusiastic, especially given how small the race field is. They have good food following the race and usually some giveaways and lots of age category prizes. The medals are small and definitely "budget" but these aren't big races, so that's par for the course. I would highly recommend Xterra events to someone new to trail running who wants a more structured way to explore the trails. I plan on doing more in the future - I really enjoyed the vibe of the Xterra races and this race in particular was the right combination of challenging and beautiful!

2nd annual race to celebrate Reyes Adobe Days (RAD). Starts on Agoura road, then to cornell road,…read moreand mullholland hwy and back. If you're familiar with the area you know this course offers some nice mountain side views and rolling hills that made for a challenging run. We passed Paramount Ranch and Malibu lake on this nice course. This race was well organized. We received sufficient email reminders and notices. Packet pick was day before and same day pick up was available too. Small race, only a few hundred people. We were given skinny girl pasta samples after the race. Also bananas, oranges, granola bars and water bottles. I would do this race again. A couple disappointments are the cotton shirt I could not run in and plastic finishers medal. Low entry fee, $35 I believe. The race options were a 10k or a 10 miler. Lots of officers working the course to ensure the safety of the runners. 4 water stops along the course.

Inaugural year for the RAD 10K which was held in conjunction with the Reyes Adobe Days in Agoura…read moreHills. Course was point to point and ended at the historical Paramount Ranch. Fairly hilly course and you do share the road with cars. Some cars cheered you on...other cars honked with impatience as you blocked their path. Rude! Anyways, overall, this was a small well-run race. After the finish, buses take you to Reyes Adobe Park for a free pancake breakfast and small expo. Due to a really bad accident on the 101, took us quite a while to get back to Reyes Adobe Park and they ran out of bacon. Bagels were free too! If schedules don't conflict, I would run this race again.

This was a great race. Much smaller than others only a several hundred people and lots of kids…read moreparticipating. Starts and ends at promenade park. Packet pick up available same day. Both the 5 and 10 K head north. The 10k course has a few hills and also nice ocean views. There was water stops at 1 and 3 miles I think. Water, Gatorade and gels were available. The post race was fairly small and not too many vendors. Oranges, bananas, and pretzels available for runners. There were massage tables which are free but tips accepted please. There were a lot of giveaways here. Duffle bags, towels, water bottles, two back packs that were donated by the US Air Force and several bicycles! I was not a lucky winner but a lot of the kids got some cool stuff and that was nice to see. Being that this was a Father's Day run there were dads and kids teams. Also grandparents and grandchildren! There was a kids run too. Can't wait for my lil guy to be old enough to participate in a kids run. I recommend this run if you're new to running or even if you're not. It's a great way to spend with your child or teen or introduce running to a child.