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“I want to say thank you to all those who make this series possible.
When I signed my son up for these races I was hoping to show him the positive side of sports and competition. To show him that runners are the most supportive and encouraging athletes. That no matter what the size, shape, speed or sex of the runner they are all out there together doing it. That it is not the equipment that counts but the heart and determination. That you can do your best without having to demean others. To be honest I was not so sure about that at the begining of the Coyote 5K…. but soon the posers dropped off and the runners came through. I heard great words of encouragement and complements to my son just after the race and during the breakfast. You have a great series and even better people that are helping suppport runners. Thank you and all of the people involved in Dirt Devil Racing, the Running Institute, and to all the runners out there who are taking up the challenge of racing and the challenge of being good people.
Wishing you continued success in all that you do.”
-Charlie R.
Feedback from the 2011 Stairway to Heaven 5K & 15K:
Another GREAT race and it just keeps getting better and better. I herd several comments from other runners on what a well organized race and how much they enjoyed the challenging course. I talk with one lady that ran her first trail experinece and said that she is hooked. What a positive and enjoyable experience you have given to so many runners. Thanks again for all the hard work and planning you all do.
-Art S.
That was one of the best races ever today!!! The hard course, the breakfast, … :-) It’s just a great crowd you all get together!!! Thanks so much…and the dog tag is SICK!!!!!!
-Michelle W.
I wanted to say THANK YOU so much for such an awesome race! We had a GREAT time at the 5K!
-Stephanie H.
Stairway was the single toughest race I have ever been in. What an absolute a** kicker. I appreciated the first part of the race where we could make some time on the only flat stuff we would see (other than the last mile). You guys know how to put on races, though. You warned us it was tough and you delivered. At my age (61) there are not too many conditions I have not faced but Sunday was something else – and that is after previewing the course twice. But race day was perfect and it all led to a great time, even for an old guy.
-Jim C.
Feedback from the Inaugural 2011 Painted Rocks 1/2 Marathon:
I’m from Escondido and this was my home course. I have run a lot of races, primarily offroad. This event is now right at the top of my “favorites” list, and I will for sure make it a target race for my running group next year. I thought it was really perfect.
The course you picked was perfect, the weather was perfect, and I loved the old school feel of the whole event. Thank you to whomever put this event together. There are many choices out there,as I’m sure you know, when it comes to racing. This event made me want to pay more attention to what Dirtdevil has coming up as opposed to some of the other names in trailrunning. I’m definitely going to be considering your events as I plan my races for the upcoming season. ”
-Stephanie
“Just wanted to say thank you for an awesome race. This was our 1st trail race and what an amazing experience. We have run a dozen road ½ marathon races but this was a nice change- challenging, scenic, lots of fun. Thanks again for an incredible time!”
-Susan M.
-Francois T.
“It was a great run today – so pumped with my first Half on Trails. Thanks to the organizers and volunteers, awesome job and kuddos to all of you!”
-Sophie V.
Feedback from 2010 Stairway to Heaven 15K:
“To all the staff at the Running Institute,
Thank You for an outstanding event on Sunday. I know you all spent a lot of extra time and planning to make race day GREAT and it was. The race is truly a reflection of such a helpful, knowledgeable and friendly staff at the Running Institute.
Thank You,
- Art S.”
“Beautiful course! very scenic! well organized and plenty of trail markers which were clear so that you not get lost. good support throughout the race. I would do it again in a hearbeat!”
-Ana V.