Rio grande valley running bicycling Past Races

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Lisa Shampoe 3rd Annual Charity Event

Event: 5K, 10K and 2 Mile Run

Location: Event begins at Mission Hike and Bike Trail

Time: 10K begins at 7:30 am 5K begins at 9:00 am 2 miler begins at 10:00 am

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Harvest Fest 5k Run (Certified Run)

and a 1 mile Fun Run/Walk

Pharr TX

Contact: Chrissy chrissy@trinityworshipcenter.net

Javier (JV) Trevino J_3vnoland@yahoo.com

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Dodge Arena

Saturday, October 24, 2009

To be held at the Weslaco City Park on Airport Dr.
Start time of the race is 7:30 a.m.
Call for more info. 956-345-4119

Click Here to Read "Legend of the Poo Story"

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Bikemasters 42 Mile Road Race

Benefitting Mission Crime Stoppers

Granjeno

Click Here for Flyer

Friday, October 30, 2009

Mission Texas

I wanted to take the opportunity to advertise for our 2nd annual Legend of Poo Forest Halloween Ride. The Mission Trails Club invites all valley mountain bikers to the 2nd annual Legend of Poo Forest Halloween Ride on Friday October 30th at 9:00pm.

Bring you lights and your mountain bikes. Guests will ride through a densely wooded area where ghosts, witches, vampires, werewolves, and all manner of tormented souls roam the Earth searching for the blood of the living! Join us if you dare!

Admission: $10.00 $5.00 discount for paid Cactus Cruzers

Click Here for Flyer

For more information contact Jaime Garza at missiontrails@ymail.com or go to www.missiontrails.org

Friday & Saturday, October 16-17, 2009

Laredo Riofest

Binational Kayak and Canoe River Race

http://www.laredosriofest.com

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Saturday, October 17, 2009

The 1st Annual Celia Perez “CHA-CHA” 5K Run/Walk

All proceeds from this walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation.

* 8:00 am * Edinburg Doolittle Park

JoAnne Perez-Peña at 956-624-6306 joannperez@tmail.com

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Harlingen Lone Star Pacesetters

"Just Du It" Duathlon

5K run * 17 Mile bike * 5K run

Contact Nancy - 956-428-8779 after 6:30 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday, October 10 - 11

King of the Causeway

Time Trial, Race, and Tour

http://www.mcalions.com/events.html

Race Map Click Here

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Registration 7:30am Location: Boys and Girls Club of Alamo.
(956) 782-5437
501 N 13th St Alamo, TX 78516
Child Care is provided!
Contact Person: Juan Curling 956-566-9656 mcapraise@gmail.com

Click Here for Entry Form and More Info

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Brite’s Bike Club Meets every 2nd Saturday of the month at Resaca de la Palma State Park!
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Call (956) 548-9300

Click Here for Flyer

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Walkerz Against Diabetes 5K

We’re happy to be hosting our first 5k run/walk at The Dodge Arena on Saturday September 26th. Registration at 0700 run/walk starts at 0800. Event day registration is $10.00 / person. Currently we’re forming teams of ten, each participant is encouraged to raise $50.00 in donations. Attached is an entry form/ waiver. Please contact me with any questions.

Contact: Omar Almaguer office (956) 362-5135 o.almaguer@dhr-rgv.com

Click Here for More Info and Entry Form

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Brownsville Texas 8:30 a.m.

Saturday, September 19, 2009

SPI Half Marathon Beach Run

South Padre Island

Click Here for More Info and Entry Form

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Team in Training© 5k Fun Run

Fighting Blood Cancers 1 mile at a time

Sunday, September 13, 2009

21st Annual Palm Blvd. Mile

"let's see what you got!"

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Children’s Museum of Brownsville
(956) 548-9300
www.cmofbrownsville.com

Family Ride!
Brite’s Bike Club to meet at Resaca de la Palma State Park BROWNSVILLE, TX –
September 12, 2009 from 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m.
Brite’s Bike Club meets every second Saturday of the month at the State Park and offers Guided Bicycle Tours by park rangers for adults and children, a Kiddie Zone with arts and crafts and Wildlife Tramcar Rides for the whole family. Girl Scouts are encouraged to register and attend to be part of a new and exciting patch program!

Map

Picture

Saturday, September 5, 2009

7:30 a.m. at the Harlingen Sports Complex

Saturday, September 5, 2009

Sharyland Charity Midnight Run

Where: San Pedro Apts., 4206 San Gabriel, Mission, TX

When: Registration opens at 10:30p.m., Run starts at Midnight!

Lots of fun after the run as well.

Contact : Bridgett McAdams 404-641-6411 bridgett@rgvrun.com

Saturday, August 29, 2009

MISSION PARKS & RECREATION LABOR DAY RUN

Start Time : 7:00 p.m.

Location: Mission Hike & Bike Trail

T-shirts: To first 100 registrants

For more information call 580-8615 or 580-8762.

http://www.unlimitedsportsadventures.com/SURF_N__TURF_ADVENTURE.php

August 22, 2009??

THE RACE: The "U.S.A. Surf N' Turf Adventure Race" at South Padre Island Adventure Race puts two member teams through a multi-sport challenge of 7-15 miles of urban mountain biking throughout South Padre Island, 2-3 miles of running in the dunes, and 2-5 miles kayaking in the bay. Teams will also face mystery events that will include a water activity (swimming without a PFD may be involved in this event) at Schlitterbahn Water Park...be prepared to get WET! The two person teams travel together and compete in all events, emphasizing team work. Teams will finish the race in 2-4 hours. Teams must provide two mountain bikes, two helmets, and two life jackets.

DIVISIONS: Coed, Male, Female, Coed Masters (each member must be at least 40 years old), Family (must be related), & Open Juniors (ages 13-19).

Saturday, August 15, 2009

5K SUNCHASER SERIES (RUN & WALK)

Follow the Sun.... the 5K Sunchaser that is! Come join the “coolest” 5K’s in the Valley. We’ll be hosting four runs during the summer. Items will be given to the first 50 participants registered in each event. We’ll have awards and refreshments after each race. Participants running in all four events will compete for “Series” awards. Overall series awards will be presented following the last race.

LOCATIONS:

Moonriser-Aug. 15 Bill Schupp Park       7:30 p.m.
Sunriser - May 30 Los Encinos Park Complete
Sunscorcher-June 20 Westside Park      Complete
Sunsetter-July 18 Palm View Golf      Complete

http://www.mcallen.net/parks
Register online with the following item numbers: Moonriser- 350510.U1

REGISTRATION: DEADLINE - 5:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event at the Parks & Recreation Office or at the Community Centers. Late Registration is $15 the day of event. FEE: $10 per event

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Too Hot to Handle 5K Run

We will be having a 5K run this weekend August 15, 2009.
Location: Bike and hike trail. Mission, TX
Race time: 8:00 am Registration on site: 7:00 - 7:50 am
Fee: $5 for students, $10 for adults.
Awards to top 3 in each division.

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Harlingen Lonestar Pacesetters

Just for Girls Duathlon

2 mile run/walk ** 11 mile bike ** 1 mile run/walk

Saturday, August 8, 2009

Brite's Bike club Kid's Ride

Brownsville

Saturday, August 1, 2009

4th Annual Casimiro V. Salinas 5K Fun Run/Walk

Hosted by: Sharyland Girls Cross-Country Proceeds to benefit the Sharyland Girls Cross-Country Team

*****First 75 participants to register will receive T-shirt.*****

Place: Soccer Fields at Sharyland Plantation-South Shary Rd. & San Mateo
Starting Time: 7:45 AM-800Meter Kids Race—8:00 AM-5K Run/Walk
Pre-Registration: Friday, July 31, 2009 @ Race Location from 5:00 PM-7:00PM
Race Day Registration: Saturday, August 1, 2009-7:00 AM-7:30 AM

Wednesday & Friday, July 29 & 31

McALLEN ISD POLICE 1ST ANNUAL BIKE SAFETY RODEO

A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY, FEATURING:

BIKE SAFETY CHECK & HELMET FITTING

BIKE LAWS AND RULES OBSTACLE COURSE & SLOW RACES

FREE

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Team McAllen Cycling - Duathlon for Education

For information, contact Laura Reyna at (956) 239-1149 or laura.reyna@sbcglobal.net

Saturday, July 18, 2009

7:30 a.m

Saturday, July 18, 2009 ??

KING OF THE HILL - MEN’S COMPETITION

When: Saturday, July 18, 2009, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Alton Gloor Hike and Bike Trail, located 4mi west of Exp 77
Who: Men only-14yrs and up
How: 3mi run, 12mi mtn bike ride, and obstacle course

http://www.mcallen.net/parks

Saturday, July 18, 2009

5K SUNCHASER SERIES (RUN & WALK)

LOCATIONS:

Sunsetter-July 18 Palm View Golf      7:00 p.m.
Moonriser-Aug. 15 Bill Schupp Park       7:30 p.m.
Sunriser - May 30 Los Encinos Park       Complete
Sunscorcher-June 20 Westside Park      Complete

REGISTRATION: DEADLINE - 5:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event at the Parks & Recreation Office or at the Community Centers. Late Registration is $15 the day of event. FEE: $10 per event

Sunday, July 19, 2009

2nd Annual Probation Officer Week 5k Run/Walk

Directors: Becky Ramirez Palomo Phone: (956) 523-4362 E-Mail address: rpalomo@webbcountytx.gov , Jesus Rodriguez (956) 763-1213

Start/Finish: Lake Casa Blanca - Laredo, TX

Registration: 7:00 am thru 7:45 am

Start of Race: 8:00 am

Pre-Registration $10.00 -- Same day registration $15.00 Kids 10 and Under $5.00

Saturday July 11, 2009

Megan’s Lighthouse Firecracker 5000

Race Director: Ricky Garza POB 1167 Zapata, TX 78076 Phone: (956) 765-3546 email: ZapataRoadrunner@aol.com

Start/Finish: Megan’s Lighthouse Gym 300 West Lucille St. Hebbronville, TX

Registration: 6:30 am to 7:45 am Start of Race: 8:00 am

Go to www.hebbronville.net click on Megan's Lighthouse link or tab. Scroll all the way down and click on click here for online registration. Or simply print out a race application if you prefer to mail your entry.

Entry Fee: $10.00 Runners and walkers $15.00 Day of race registrations

Saturday, July 11, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Brite’s Bike Club and Safety Rodeo at Resaca de la Palma State Park

BROWNSVILLE, TX – Children’s Museum of Brownsville, their mascot Brite, and Resaca de la Palma State Park will host the next Brite’s Bike Club Family Ride and Safety Rodeo on July 11 from 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m. Brite’s Bike Club meets every second Saturday of the month at the State Park and offers guided bicycle rides for adults and children, a Kiddie Zone with arts and crafts and a tour of the park via tramcar. In addition, this month a Safety Rodeo will be offered to promote safe bike riding. Bicylce World will conduct a free bicycle inspection for all visitors and the B.I.S.D. Police Department will conduct a safety obstacle course. Certificates of completion and prizes will be given to all who participate. Safety helmets are required. Bring your own bike or rent one from the Park. From Expressway 77/83, exit at Olmito, take FM 1732, follow for 2.5 miles; turn left at New Carmen Road; follow for 1.5 miles; turn left to enter the park. Admission is $4.00 for adults, children 12 and under, FREE. For more information regarding this event please visit www.cmofbrownsville.com or call Children’s Museum of Brownsville at (956) 548-9300 or Resaca de la Palma State Park at (956) 350-2920. Flyer is attached.

Claudia Garza
Education Director
Children's Museum of Brownsville
Direct Line: (956) 547-6882

Click Here for More info and Entry Form

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Team Time Trial

McAllen

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

Resacafest Race/Tour 2009 San Benito, Texas

http://www.resacafest2009.com/BikeRace.html

  ____ 62.3 mile Race     Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
____ 62.3 mile Tour     Start Time: 7:50 a.m.
____ 35.5 mile Tour     Start Time: 7:55 a.m.
____ 13.5 mile Tour     Start Time: 8:00 a.m.

62.3 mile map-Click here
35.5 mile map-Click Here
13.5 mile map-Click Here

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Who: RGV Striders to host a 5K race 4th of July 2009

What: Independence 5K Run

When: Saturday July 4, 2009

Where: Hike and Bike in Mission, Texas( half a mile north of Expressway 83 on Conway Ave. on right hand side)

Donation: $5 students & $10 adults (donations are appreciated)

Registration: On site, no pre-registration

Registration Time: 6:30 am till 7:50 am

Race Starting Time: 8:00 am

Race Director and Contact person: Basilio Mendoza

Contact Phone Number: 956-212-0883 or bmendoza33@aol.com

Course Description: Off Road-Cross-Country Type, Canal banks, trails, run over bridges, dirt and grass! Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)

Shirts: First 75 registered

Saturday, June 27, 2009

5K Blind Challenge Run/Walk

Saturday June 27, 2009, 7:30 AM, Bill Schupp Park in McAllen, Texas (Zinnia and N. 10^th)

First 100 registrants will receive a T-shirt Contact: Francisco Moreno (956) 491-9619

South Texas Association for the Blind cordially invites all blind and visually-impaired persons of the RGV to participate in this event and to become a member of this non-profit organization. For more information call Gladie or Evelyn Cruz @ 956-522-2107.

Take the Blind Challenge. Test your strength, courage and determination. Anyone who would like to take the Blind Challenge will be blindfolded and teamed up with a sighted guide during the race.

“The runner that starts the race will not be the same runner that finishes the race.” Source unknown

http://www.mcallen.net/parks

Saturday, June 20, 2009

5K SUNCHASER SERIES (RUN & WALK)

LOCATIONS: Sunscorcher-June 20 Westside Park      8:00 a.m.
            Sunsetter-July 18 Palm View Golf           7:00 p.m.
Moonriser-Aug. 15 Bill Schupp Park        7:30 p.m.
Sunriser - May 30 Los Encinos Park      Complete

REGISTRATION: DEADLINE - 5:00 p.m. 2 days prior to the event at the Parks & Recreation Office or at the Community Centers. Late Registration is $15 the day of event. FEE: $10 per event

Sunday, June 21, 2009

http://www.unlimitedsportsadventures.com/Hottest_Bicycle_Tour.php

Saturday, June 13, 2009

Join Brite’s Bike Club and Find Feathered Friends

BROWNSVILLE, TX – Children’s Museum of Brownsville, together with their mascot Brite, and Resaca de la Palma State Park will host the next Brite’s Bike Club Family Ride on June 13, from 9:00a.m. to 11:00a.m. held monthly at Resaca de la Palma State Park and World Birding Center.

Join us for Brite’s Bike Club, where beautiful wildlife scenery and nature trails are part of the hiking, biking or tram ride experience. . Admission is $4.00 for adults, children 12 and under, FREE. Limited bike rentals available.

Saturday, June 6, 2009

laura@apexdocument.com

Saturday, May 30, 2009

5K SUNCHASER SERIES (RUN & WALK)
Follow the Sun.... the 5K Sunchaser that is! Come join the “coolest” 5K’s in the Valley. We’ll be hosting four runs during the summer.

LOCATIONS:

Sunriser - May 30 Los Encinos Park 8:00 a.m.
http://www.mcallen.net/parks

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Zapata/Laredo Fun Race

http://laredoprobike.com/ for More Info

Saturday, May 23, 2009

MISSION PARKS & RECREATION

LEO PENA MEMORIAL 5K

Time: 7:30 a.m.

Location: Mission Hike & Bike Trail

http://www.foodbankrgv.com/

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Ride Against Hunger

Food Bank RGV

Edinburg Municipal Park 25, 45, & 60 Mile Rides

Saturday, May 16, 2009

1^st Annual LAF Grassroots 5K Run

All proceeds to benefit

Lance Armstrong Grassroots Foundation

Start time at 8 a.m.

Contact: Liz Doty 956-536-9601 Marcella Garza 956-793-8813

Saturday, May 16, 2009

1^st Annual LAF Grassroots Spin Day

All proceeds to benefit

Lance Armstrong Grassroots Foundation

LIVESTRONG sessions

I 9am-11am
II 12pm-2pm
III 3pm-5pm

Contact: Liz Doty 956-536-9601 Marcella Garza 956-793-8813

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Karie's Ride

- 25, 35, 67 Mile Charity Ride

8:00 a.m. Edinburg

Click Here for Info as an Image File

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Resaca de la Palma State Park

Children’s Museum of Brownsville

“Explore Nature’s Wonders” Bikeathon

9:00 a.m.

www.cmofbrownsville.com

Saturday, May 2, 2009

3Rd Annual Victory over Violence 5K Run/walk

AN event by the D.a.’S SWORD AND SHIELD A civic ORGANIZATION

Where: Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark, South Padre Island

Time : 8:30 a.m. race start

Why: to benefit local family violence shelters Family Crises Center & Friendship of Woman

Contact: da.Swordshield@gmail.com or Korina Barraza (956)459-4157

Saturday, May 2, 2009

LaVista Park (corner of 2nd and LaVista)

5K run/walk hosted by The Family Church.

Prizes awarded to top female, male and youth finisher.

Sign up online at www.tfcmcallen.com or before the race. $10 pre-registration/$15 day of race - children $5. Starts at 8.

Sunday, May 3, 2009

Pedal To Padre 2009

Online Registration - Click Here

http://www.riverrockets.com/

Saturday, April 25, 2009
14^th Annual Willacy County Crime Stoppers

Memorial Moon Walk
5K Run and 1 Mile Walk

Place: Raymondville High School Gymnasium

Bearkat Blvd., Raymondville, TX

Time: 8:00 A.M. SHARP
Phone # 956-689-3172, Arlette or 956-689-3702,or 245-3349, Brenda

Saturday, April 25, 2009
PRIMAVERA RACE

45 Mile Road Race

20 Mile Cycling Tour

Edinburg, Texas

Saturday April 25, 2009

Event will be held at the Sharyland Plantation Soccer Fields. 7:30a.m.

For more information contact: Miguel de la Fuente (956) 971-4122