San Francisco Running Company

Ugly Sweater Wednesday Mt Tam Sunrise Summit – The Depot Mill Valley
2023-12-20 06:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Depot Mill Valley, 87 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with a spectacular adventure! Join us for a special Mt Tam Sunrise Summit on Wednesday, December 20th, hosted by SFRC.
Embrace the holiday spirit with the breathtaking beauty of the Bay Area. Our adventure begins early, so set your alarms and meet us at the summit around 6:50 AM for a memorable group photo. Don’t forget to add some festive flair to your outfit – we encourage you to wear holiday-inspired clothing like ugly sweaters! Then, we’ll descend together to Mill Valley, where we’ll warm up with some coffee and celebrate the approaching festivities.
Choose Your Pace:

Trail Sisters “No-Drop” – Start your day at 5:40 AM (approx. 70 minutes to the summit)
Sexy Pace – Begin at 5:50 AM (around 60 minutes to the summit)
Up-Tempo – Take off at 6:00 AM (roughly 50 minutes to the summit)
Hammer Group – For the speedy ones, start at 6:10 AM (just 40 minutes to the summit)

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to embrace the holiday season with awe-inspiring views, wonderful company, and your most festive attire. It’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.
Route here.

Tuesday Night Group Run - SFRC San Anselmo
2023-12-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-07 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!

Saturday Morning Group Run – SFRC Mill Valley
2023-12-16 08:00 - 12:30, 2023-12-09 08:00 - 12:30, 2023-11-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-11 08:00 - 12:30 | 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. Stay informed about upcoming events by connecting with our community through Strava and Instagram!
Strava Mobile App: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/360044071592-Following-a-Route
Coros: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412495156877-Syncing-Strava-Routes-to-Your-COROS-Device
Garmin: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000919304–Syncing-Strava-Routes-to-your-Garmin-Device

THE SFRC HOLIDAY PARTY - SFRC Mill Valley
2023-12-14 18:00 - 21:00 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
San Francisco Running Company is bringing our community together to celebrate the holiday season with the Third Annual Holiday Party and Toy Drive for North Marin Community Services on December 14th at 6 pm.
Wear your holiday best (ugly sweater, Santa track suit, or Christmas onesie) and bring a toy/$25 Target gift card to donate to Holiday Share by North Marin Community Services. We’ll light up the bike path with our headlamps on an easy run and then head to The Junction for pizza and beer courtesy of SFRC partners (Altra, Brooks, Craft, HOKA, New Balance, Nike, On Running, & Salomon).
RSVP here.

Last Chance to Earn Nike Ninja Loop Gear - Headlands Parking Lot
2023-12-14 06:00 - 09:30 | Headlands Parking Lot, Conzelman Rd & US-101, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
San Francisco Running Company is wrapping up November in style with the Last Ninja Loop of the Year! This iconic run, which predates SFRC’s storefront opening in 2013, has been a cherished tradition among local Marin runners. It’s a chance to conquer an exhilarating 11.5-mile route that kicks off on the northwest side of the Golden Gate Bridge along Conzelman Road, boasting over 2,000 feet of elevation gain and three challenging climbs of a mile or more, including Miwok and Marincello.
As you tackle this epic journey, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Bay Area, with rolling fog caressing the hills and a glorious sunrise to greet you upon your return to the starting point. For years, runners have battled this route to claim the title of top ninja, and SFRC is keeping the tradition alive by hosting this run every Thursday at 6 am.
Join us at the Headlands Parking Lot (off Conzelman Rd) at 6 am to take on the SCA, Slacker, Miwok, and Marincello trails. All levels of runners are welcome to participate in this final Ninja Loop of the month, where you have a chance to earn exclusive Nike gear. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to end November with an unforgettable run and exclusive rewards!

Wednesday Mt Tam Sunrise Summit – The Depot Mill Valley
2023-12-13 06:00 - 09:30, 2023-12-06 06:00 - 09:30, 2023-11-29 06:00 - 09:30, 2023-11-15 06:00 - 09:30, 2023-11-08 06:00 - 09:30 | 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.

Saturday Morning Group Run – Trail Sisters First Run of the Month
2023-12-02 07:30 - 11:00, 2023-11-04 07:30 - 11:00 | 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!

Quad-Dipsea - Old Mill Park
2023-11-25 | Old Mill Park, 64 Cascade Dr, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Stairs, hills, and more hills. About 9,000 feet of vertical packed into 28 miles. It begins at 7:30AM at Old Mill Park (Throckmorton Avenue, Cascade Way, & Old Mill Street intersection), in Mill Valley, California. Within a few hundred yards the course heads up three flights of stairs as tall as a fifty-story building, and up some more through an old horse ranch to Windy Gap. Then it plunges down into Muir Woods, across Redwood Creek, and begins a tough grind up through both trees and grasslands over trail sections named “Dynamite”, “The Hogsback”, “The Rainforest”, and “Cardiac.” At the top of Cardiac, the course levels out with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean before it plunges down over the rocks, roots, and stairs of “Steep Ravine” and the discouragingly steep but short climb up “Insult Hill.” Finally, as the course follows the relatively gentle slope of The Moors toward the ocean, Stinson Beach is in sight a mile ahead.
Once to Stinson, you turn around an head back to Old Mill Park following the same course.
And then do it all over again for the QUAD!!
Note: unlike the Dipsea and Double Dipsea, the Quad Dipsea does not allow shortcuts. You must stay on the Dipsea Trail the entire way.)
Register here: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=104006

Thanksgiving Morning Ninja Loop - Headlands Parking Lot
2023-11-23 06:00 - 09:30 | Headlands Parking Lot, Conzelman Rd & US-101, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
San Francisco Running Company is getting into the Thanksgiving spirit with a special holiday-themed morning run – the Turkey Trot Ninja Loop! Join us for this epic 11.5-mile journey that includes over 2,000 feet of elevation gain, starting on the northwest side of the Golden Gate Bridge along Conzelman Road.
This challenging route will truly put your skills to the test, with three climbs of a mile or more, including the scenic ascents of Miwok and Marincello. At every twist and turn, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Bay Area, with rolling fog dancing through the hills and a glorious sunrise to welcome you back to your car. For years, dedicated runners have tackled this course, vying for the title of top ninja, and SFRC is keeping the tradition alive by gathering the group every Thursday at 6 am.
Come and join us at the Headlands Parking Lot (off Conzelman Rd) at 6 am to conquer the SCA, Slacker, Miwok, and Marincello trails. All abilities are welcome to partake in this Thanksgiving-themed run, as we give thanks for the beauty of our surroundings and the joy of running together.
Full Ninja segment information here.
Lite Ninja segment information here.

Pre-Thanksgiving Wednesday Mt Tam Sunrise Summit – The Depot Mill Valley
2023-11-22 06:00 - 09:30 | CA
Get ready for Thanksgiving with a heartwarming pre-Thanksgiving adventure! Embrace the holiday spirit with a Mt Tam Sunrise Summit on Wednesday, November 22nd, hosted by SFRC.
Join us as we greet the day with the breathtaking beauty of the Bay Area. Our adventure begins early, so set your alarms and meet us at the summit around 6:50 AM for a memorable group photo. Then, we’ll embark on a shared descent down to Mill Valley, where we’ll cozy up with some warm coffee to kick off your pre-Thanksgiving celebrations.
Choose Your Pace:

Trail Sisters “No-Drop” – Start your day at 5:40 AM (approx. 70 minutes to the summit)
Sexy Pace – Begin at 5:50 AM (around 60 minutes to the summit)
Up-Tempo – Take off at 6:00 AM (roughly 50 minutes to the summit)
Hammer Group – For the speedy ones, start at 6:10 AM (just 40 minutes to the summit)

Don’t let this incredible opportunity slip away! Get ready for Thanksgiving with awe-inspiring views and wonderful company. It’s a day you won’t want to miss.
Route here.

Dipsea Stair Cleanup – Old Mill Park Mill Valley
2023-11-21 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.

Thursday Morning Ninja Loop - Headlands Parking Lot
2023-11-16 06:00 - 09:30, 2023-11-09 06:00 - 09:30 | 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 Presidio Pursuit with New Balance – A Runner’s Mind SF
2023-11-12 09:00 - 12:30 | A Runner’s Mind, 3575 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
San Francisco Running Company and A Runner’s Mind invite you to experience the thrill of the Presidio Pursuit, a team scavenger hunt through iconic landmarks in the Presidio of San Francisco.
How It Works:
We’ll be organizing teams randomly based on attendance; teams of 3 to 5 depending on total numbers.
Each team will be given three clues at the same time. Each of the three clues relates to a landmark somewhere in the Presidio.
Your team can decide to solve each clue one at a time, or all three at once and then decide which route you want to take.
The object of the run is to visit all three landmarks as a team. At each landmark, your team must take a group selfie to prove you solved each clue.
The fastest team back to the shop will win a prize pack from New Balance.
Schedule:

8:15 am: Carpool Departure from SFRC Mill Valley – see RSVP form for more details
8:45 am: Registration at A Runner’s Mind
9:00 am: Welcome
9:10 am: Team Assignments
9:30 am: Scavenger Hunt Begins
11:30 am: Winners announced and wrap-up
10:30-12:30 pm: Breakfast and coffee provided at A Runner’s Mind

RSVP here!

Women's Headlands Half Marathon - Rodeo Beach, CA
2023-11-05 | Rodeo Beach, 11050 Mitchell Road, Sausalito, CA, 94965, United States
It’s time for a fresh take on women’s trail marathons
We believe that everybody should have the opportunity to push their limits and achieve their running goals in an empowering and supportive environment.
The Headlands
The Marin Headlands are in SFRC’s backyard, a place with amazing single tracks and incredible views. This year marks the 2nd annual women’s race on some of Marin’s best trails. The course was meticulously designed to give you the best of the Headlands. Combing effort and compensation for it — the course is physically demanding yet exceptionally beautiful. The journey begins and ends at Rodeo Beach, where you’ll quickly realize why Marin County has become the ultimate trail runner’s destination.
Schedule of Events
Check-In & Bib Pickup:
Early Check-In:
San Francisco Running Company
247 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Race Morning:
Oct 1st @ 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Rodeo Beach
Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
Time Limit: 5.5 Hours (25 minutes/mile)
Parking: Free parking is available in the surrounding areas to the Start/Finish at Rodeo Beach. Runners may utilize the pullouts along Mitchell Road, along the beach, the annex lot below the Marine Mammal Center, and the Smith Road Parking Lot (Gerbode Valley Trailhead) along Bunker Road. The walk from the Marine Mammal Center lot to the Start/Finish is about 1/3 mile. Parking fills up early, and the later you arrive the further you will have to walk, so please plan your arrival time accordingly.
Directions:
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Rodeo Beach
11050 Mitchell Road, Sausalito, CA 94965
Capacity: 150 runners.
Timing: UltraLive.net (live timing during the race)
Post Race: Sunday brunch style food will be available after the race along with refreshments.
Dog policy: As much as we love dogs, they are unfortunately not allowed on the Headlands Half course because it is a National Recreation Area. You may have dogs, on leash, at Rodeo Beach.
Visit headlands-half.com for more information.

Women's Headlands Half Marathon Bib Pickup - SFRC Mill Valley
2023-11-04 | SFRC Mill Valley, 247 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Join us for an exciting pre-race bib pickup event hosted by the San Francisco Running Company in celebration of the Women’s Headlands Half Marathon! This event is your opportunity to gear up, connect with fellow runners, and get into the race spirit ahead of the big day.
Event Highlights:

Bib Pickup: Get your race bib and other essential race materials early, avoiding last-minute hassles on race day. Our friendly staff will assist you in ensuring everything is in order for your race.
Exclusive WHHM Gear: Explore an exclusive selection of Women’s Headlands Half Marathon gear. From apparel to accessories, we have unique items that will not only help you stand out on race day but also serve as cherished mementos of your journey.
Race Swag: Dive into a treasure trove of race swag items, including goodies from our sponsors and partners. These items will make your race experience even more memorable and enjoyable.
Photo Booth: Capture the excitement of the pre-race buzz with our photo booth. Strike a pose, create lasting memories with friends and fellow runners, and share your pre-race smiles on social media.

Event Schedule:

September 29th: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Visit us during your lunch break or after work to pick up your bib, shop for gear, and enjoy the photo booth.

September 30th: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us bright and early for bib pickup and a full day of exploring our exclusive WHHM gear and race swag.

Location:
San Francisco Running Company Mill Valley will be transformed into a hub of pre-race excitement on these two days.
Come, Connect, and Get Race Ready:
The Women’s Headlands Half Marathon is not just a race; it’s a celebration of empowerment, determination, and the thrill of trail running. Join us at SFRC for this pre-race event to kickstart your WHHM experience, meet fellow runners, and gear up for a trail adventure like no other.
We can’t wait to see you there! Together, let’s make the Women’s Headlands Half Marathon an unforgettable journey.
