San Francisco Running Company

Wednesday Mt Tam Sunrise Summit – The Depot Mill Valley
2023-06-14 06:00 - 09:00, 2023-06-07 06:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Depot Mill Valley, 87 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Start your morning with a breathtaking view of the Bay Area! Join friends from SFRC for a Mt Tam Sunrise Summit every Wednesday. Our group meets at the summit at around 6:50 AM for a group photo and then descends together to Mill Valley for coffee.
There are four different start times to choose from, depending on your preferred pace and experience level:
Trail Sisters “No-Drop” start time: 5:40 AM (~70 min summit)
Sexy pace start time: 5:50 AM (~60 min summit)
Up-Tempo start time: 6:00 AM (~50 min summit)
Hammer group: 6:10 AM (~40 min summit)
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to start your day with stunning views and great company!
Route here.

Altra & HOKA Countdown to WSER Buckle Bash - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
Join us on June 13th at 6 pm for the Altra & HOKA Countdown to WSER Buckle Bash at SFRC San Anselmo. Experience an unforgettable evening of trail running and celebration with representatives from Altra and HOKA offering tester shoes for runners to try out. Show off your ultramarathon buckles and share your inspiring journey with fellow runners.
Lace up and hit the trails with Altra and HOKA tester shoes, exploring their exceptional comfort and performance. Connect with fellow runners, exchange training tips, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the trail running community. Bring or wear your ultramarathon buckles, proudly displaying your accomplishments and celebrating the challenges you’ve overcome.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of the Altra & HOKA Countdown to WSER Buckle Bash on June 13th. Join us at SFRC San Anselmo and experience the joy of trail running, the excitement of testing top-notch shoes, and the camaraderie of sharing your ultramarathon journey with other runners. It’s a celebration like no other as we countdown to the Western States Endurance Run!
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Trail Sisters Run of the Month & Nike XC Summer Kick-Off
2023-06-10 07:30 - 12:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us on June 10th for a supportive and inclusive version of our regular Saturday run with breathtaking views, led by the Trail Sisters! If you’ve been considering running with our group but feel uncertain about the routes or running with others, now is the ideal time to come along. Our no-drop run will commence at 7:30 AM, followed by the Nike event with local high school athletes at 8 AM. Enjoy the camaraderie of a fun and welcoming community of runners while experiencing exclusive Nike pricing and the chance to compete for special gifts.
Please note that we do not provide pace leaders, and we recommend using Strava maps or GPS watches to guide your route. Connect with our community by following us on Strava and Instagram to informed about upcoming events!

The Reverse Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman & Liam Lonsdale - SFRC Mill Valley
2023-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
We are excited to invite you to a special event at SFRC Mill Valley on June 8th, 2023, at 6 pm. Join us as we host a unique edition of the Freetrail Podcast featuring Dylan Bowman and Liam Lonsdale. Dylan will share their insights on life in The Bay, the development of the Speedland GS:Tam, and preparations for Hardrock.

Tuesday Night Run - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
Join us Tuesdays at 6pm for a group run from SFRC San Anselmo. Distance ranges between 5 to 8 miles with a mix of road, trail and a couple of the usual North Tam hill climbs. All abilities are welcome to join us! We run rain or shine and finish at the shop with beers.
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Volunteer @ MUC Tennessee Valley Aid Station
2023-06-03 06:30 - 22:00 | Tennessee Valley
Join us on June 3rd at the Tennessee Valley Aid Station for the Marin Ultramarathon Challenge (MUC). We’re looking for volunteers to help cheer on runners as they attempt to conquer the 50K and 50-mile courses, which were rescheduled from April. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of the action and support our runners!
Sign up here!

Pride on the Trail: A Journey to Western States with Ryan Montgomery & Out Trails
2023-06-01 18:00 - 20:30 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us on June 1st for “Pride on the Trail: A Journey to Western States with Ryan Montgomery & Out Trails”. This event will kick off with a 4-mile run, followed by a Q&A panel with special guest Ryan Montgomery. Ryan will share his experiences of starting his journey at SFRC Saturday runs, qualifying for States, and starting Out Trails Retreats.
This event is a celebration of Pride Month and Ryan’s journey to Western States. It’s an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share in the joy of trail running, and learn from one of the most inspiring voices in the trail space. You’ll also have the opportunity to donate to Out Trails!
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Lace up your Altra’s and join us for “Pride on the Trail: A Journey to Western States with Ryan Montgomery & Out Trails”.
Route here.
RSVP suggested but not required.

Wednesday Mt Tam Sunrise Summit – The Depot Mill Valley
2023-05-31 06:00 - 09:00, 2023-05-24 06:00 - 09:00, 2023-05-17 06:00 - 09:00, 2023-04-26 06:00 - 09:00 | The Depot Mill Valley, 87 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Get the morning started with the best views in the Bay Area! Join friends from SFRC for a Mt Tam Sunrise Summit every Wednesday.
We gather for a group photo at the summit around 6:50, then roll down together to Mill Valley as a group for coffee afterwards.
Trail Sisters “No-Drop” start time: 5:40 AM (~70 min summit)
Sexy pace start time: 5:50 AM (~60 min summit)
Up-Tempo start time: 6:00 AM (~50 min summit)
Hammer group: 6:10 AM (~40 min summit)
Route here.

"This is Trail Running 101" with Rickey Gates - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-05-30 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
Join us for “This is Trail Running 101” with the incredible Rickey Gates at SFRC San Anselmo on May 30th at 5:30 pm. 🏃‍♀️🏔️
Whether you’re new to trail running or looking to enhance your skills, this workshop is tailor-made for you! Gain essential knowledge and build confidence on the trails through group and one-on-one coaching, skill-specific stations, open discussions, and an athlete Q&A session. 🌟
Not only will you learn from the best, but you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with fellow runners in your community. Discover local trail access and etiquette, while forging new friendships along the way. 🤝
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your trail running to the next level! Sign up here and secure your spot. Limited spaces available, so act fast!
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Saturday Morning Group Run – SFRC Mill Valley
2023-05-27 08:00 - 12:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us for a scenic group run on Saturday morning in the Marin Headlands with your fellow runners. Our run has two distance options, approximately 7 or 14 miles, and all levels are welcome to participate.
Please note that we do not provide pace leaders, and we recommend using Strava maps or GPS watches to guide your route. Connect with our community by following us on Strava and Instagram to informed about upcoming events!

Exchanging Experiences Live Podcast Recording with Runners of the Bay
2023-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
Exchanging Experiences is a place to celebrate Trail Running and the runners of our community – to get to know each other better and highlight the crazy things being achieved right in our backyard! Runners of the Bay @runnersofthebay hosts this live podcast interviewing athletes at our San Anselmo store and streaming on our YouTube Channel.
Join us on Wednesday, May 24th with Sharon Finston and Carolyn Latham, a mother-daughter duo who come from a family of endurance horseback riders. Their family has an impressive history – they boast four generations of Tevis Cup finishers, with Sharon in the third generation and Carolyn in the fourth, making a total of 13 family members. The Tevis Cup, aka the Western States Trail Ride, is the race that sparked the start of the Western States Endurance Run. In 1974, Gordy Ainsleigh was slated to ride his horse in the Tevis, but his horse came up lame just before the race. Gordy decided to run alongside the horses instead…and the rest is history.
Register here!

Tuesday Night Runs - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States

Saturday Morning Group Run with Salomon & Naak – SFRC Mill Valley
2023-05-20 08:00 - 12:00 | CA
Join us for a special edition of our Saturday morning group run on May 20th, as we welcome Connor from Salomon and Naak to join our running community. Not only will you get to experience the beautiful Marin Headlands, but you’ll also have the opportunity to test out the Ultra Glide 2 and Sense Ride 5 from Salomon. Additionally, Connor will be providing samples of Naak’s energy and hydration products for you to try. Don’t miss out on this exciting event to run, test gear, and fuel your adventure!
Please note that we do not provide pace leaders, and we recommend using Strava maps or GPS watches to guide your route. Connect with our community by following us on Strava and Instagram to informed about upcoming events!

Dipsea Stair Cleanup – Old Mill Park Mill Valley
2023-05-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Old Mill Park, 64 Cascade Dr, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Did you know that SFRC adopted the Dipsea stairs with the support of the Friends of Mill Valley Steps Lanes & Paths. Give back to your favorite stair climb as we do some raking and clean up. We will meet at Old Mill Park at 6 PM and bring gloves. After cleanup, we will go to Mamahuhu after for drinks and snacks.

Tuesday Night Run & Fast Packing Gear Show & Tell - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
Summer seems to be well on its way and if the snow ever melts, many of us will head into wild places to test our bodies and equipment with various athletic endeavors. Whether it be a relentless pursuit of an FKT, or a more meditative and slow immersion into nature, we all need good equipment to help us reach into the outdoors comfortably and more importantly, safely. ⁠
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Gather your favorite gear and join us in our San Anselmo store on Tuesday, May 16 at 7pm (following our group run) for a show and tell session to discuss equipment and share your innovative adaptations and ideas with your fellow outdoor enthusiast. Hope to see you there!⁠
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Saturday Morning Group Run – Trail Sisters Run of the Month
2023-05-13 07:30 - 12:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us for a supportive and inclusive version of our regular Saturday run with breathtaking views, led by the Trail Sisters! If you’ve been considering running with our group but feel uncertain about the routes or running with others, now is the ideal time to come along. Our no-drop run will commence at 7:30 AM, with the regular group departing at around 8 AM. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join a fun and welcoming community of runners!
Please note that we do not provide pace leaders, and we recommend using Strava maps or GPS watches to guide your route. Connect with our community by following us on Strava and Instagram to informed about upcoming events!

Mikwok 100k Shake Out Run with HOKA - May the 4th Be With You
2023-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Attention all Jedi runners! Join us for a galactic adventure in the Marin Headlands as we prepare for Miwok 100k. These 4 & 8 mile shake out routes are the perfect opportunity to stretch your legs, meet fellow participants, and celebrate May the 4th (be with you).
Come dressed in your best Star Wars gear, whether you’re a Rebel Alliance pilot, a Stormtrooper, or a Jedi Knight. We encourage runners of all ages and abilities to dress up in their favorite Star Wars costumes and show off their galactic style! The shake out run is open to runners of all levels, whether you’re a seasoned ultrarunner or a first-time trail runner.
HOKA will be testing out their latest shoe, the Tecton X 2. You’ll have the opportunity to try out the Tecton X 2 on the challenging terrain of the Marin Headlands, and experience its innovative features firsthand.
After the run, stick around and enjoy refreshments provided by HOKA.
Don’t miss this unforgettable Star Wars themed shake out run in the lead up to Miwok 100k on Saturday. May the 4th be with you as you prepare to conquer the trails of the Marin Headlands!
4 mile route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3025175067880926152
8 mile route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3078767933713429914

*photo credit: @tonywithasony

Saturday Morning Group Run
2023-04-29 08:00 - 12:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join your favorite running mates for a beautiful Saturday morning run in the Marin Headlands! We offer two distance options, ~7 miles and ~14 miles, and encourage all abilities to join us. We do not offer pace leaders and strongly encourage participants to utilize Strava maps or GPS watches to navigate the run.
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Thursday Night Pub Run with La Sportiva & Inside Trails
2023-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Ready to test out the latest mountain running shoes from La Sportiva? Join us at the Mill Valley shop with our friends at La Sportiva for a run on secret trail followed by beverages and snacks provided by Inside Trails.
Route here.
Be part of our community and follow us on Strava and Instagram to stay up to date!

Thursday Morning Ninja Loop - Headlands Parking Lot
2023-04-27 06:00 - 09:00 | Headlands Parking Lot, Conzelman Rd & US-101, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
San Francisco Running Company brought back the original morning run every Thursday – the Ninja Loop! The epic Ninja Loop, the unofficial SFRC loop before the 2013 store front, started years ago when local Marin runners wanted to squeeze in a scenic and challenging 11.5 mile route before work. The over 2,000 feet of climbing starts on the northwest side of the Golden Gate Bridge off of Conzelman Road. This loop tests your true Ninja abilities with three climbs of a mile or more including climbs up Miwok and Marincello. Every turn surprises you with amazing views of the Bay Area, rolling fog cresting through the hills and an epic sunrise that greets you on your way back to your car. Runners have been battling this route for years to be the top ninja and SFRC is bringing the group back every Thursday at 6am.
Join us at the Headlands Parking Lot (off Conzelman Rd) at 6 am to take on SCA, Slacker, Miwok, and Marincello. All abilities welcome to join.
Full Ninja segment information here.
Lite Ninja segment information here.

The Trail Running Film Festival + SFRC Happy Hour
2023-04-26 17:00 - 22:00 | 256 Almonte Blvd, 256 Almonte Blvd, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
The Trail Running Film Festival makes a stop in Mill Valley on April 26th! Their mission is to celebrate running as a universal practice to explore our collective and individual potential and pursue our wildest dreams. They accomplish this by documenting the culture of trail running, supporting filmmakers and creatives, and hosting events that bring our community together.
The Trail Running Film Festival is committed to promoting inclusivity, adventure, wilderness, art, and diversity across the trail and ultra community.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Stop by SFRC between 5-5:45 pm to enjoy beverages and buy raffle tickets before the show.

Exchanging Experiences with Runner's of the Bay Podcast
2023-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC San Anselmo, 115 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo, CA, United States
A live recording of the Runner’s of the Bay podcast featuring a local ultra runner.
The monthly ‘Exchanging Experiences’ speaking series is born from the desire to learn more about the real people we interact with daily in our community. We believe everyone has an amazing story in their running journey and this is our space to share it.

Broken Arrow Skyrace Marin Headlands Training Run
2023-04-22 08:00 - 12:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us and our friends at Broken Arrow Skyrace for a fun and friendly Marin Headlands training run!
This is an inclusive event for runners of all abilities! Whether you are racing with us this June, have raced with us in the past or are considering joining our little family …. please come enjoy some miles with us!
Our friends from Salomon, Spring Energy and Gelvio will join us with demos, goodies and free calories! Please note this is a self-supported event and while there will be free calories for you at the start, you’re on your own out there on the trails.
Per usual, we will also have a killer raffle with over $1,500 of gear! Please join us! Parking is limited, please carpool if possible.
Register here.
Three routes offered this year. We’ll start together at SFRC Mill Valley and head towards Tennessee Valley to start all three runs.

7.4 mi: https://www.strava.com/routes/2951163093488381920
15.6 mi: https://www.strava.com/routes/3080581817780878412

20.87 mi: https://www.strava.com/routes/3080582741336503908

On Cloudsurfer Beer Relay - Pub Run
2023-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Let’s get ready to relay with the new On Cloudsurfer! Bust out your best Hawaiian shirt and get your team together to compete for SFRC bragging rights around a 1-mile road course in Tam Junction.
How it works:

Four runners per team
One runner allowed on the course at a time
Each runner consumes a beer (NA option provided) before passing the lei to the next runner
Scoring:

30 sec bonus for matching team uniforms
30 sec bonus for testing On Cloudsurfer
30 sec penalty for not drinking beer/NA beer
Prizes for best costume, fastest time and honorable mention

Sign your team up here!
Route here.

Thursday Morning Ninja Loop Sponsored by Nike
2023-04-20 06:00 - 09:00 | Headlands Parking Lot, Conzelman Rd & US-101, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
