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About this Race Series

Upstate Road Series in 2025 will be hosting the 7th Annual age group competition! The series will be comprised of 10 different events throughout the year. Upstate Race Series has been hosting a wide range of trail and road events since 2013. 

Welcome to the Upstate Road Series, a dynamic and expansive 10-event race series that takes runners on a thrilling journey through the scenic landscapes of Upstate South Carolina. This series is not just about the miles covered; it's a celebration of the vibrant running community that thrives in this picturesque region. With diverse distances catering to runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes, the Upstate Road Series offers a unique opportunity to challenge oneself while exploring the beauty of the Upstate. From fast-paced sprints to endurance-testing courses, each event is thoughtfully crafted to provide a distinctive racing experience.

What sets the Upstate Road Series apart is not only the pursuit of personal achievements but also its commitment to community impact. By participating in these races, runners contribute to the support of the Upstate Running Club's non-profit youth team, fostering the growth of young talent and promoting a love for running among the next generation. So, whether you're aiming for age group victories, looking to conquer new distances, or simply seeking the camaraderie of fellow runners, the Upstate Road Series invites you to be part of a journey that combines the joy of running with the fulfillment of supporting a noble cause. Lace up your shoes, join the race, and run with purpose in the heart of the Upstate.

The Upstate Road Race Series schedule: 

• 3-6-12 Hour Resolution Run - January 4th

• Snowbird Challenge - January 25th

• Sassafras Struggle - March 8th

• Chase the Rainbow 5k run/walk - March 15th

• The Downville Mile - May 31st

• Carolina Reaper Challenge - July 12th

• Hot Pursuit 1 Mile - July 19th

• Altamont Half Marathon - October 12th

• Lake Summit 10 Mile - October 18th

• Holiday Hustle 5k - December 6th

*This competitive point series will include several events in the upstate. You can score points by finishing each race and by scoring in the top 10 of your age group. *You are entered in the age group category based off of your age on December 31st of this year. You may still place in your current age group category for the individual races but the series is scored based on your end of year age. Athletes are automatically entered into the series when they register for any race and are scored automatically with our timing software. To ensure automatic scoring please use the same RunSignUp profile.

*Maximum of 5 Races Can Score (if you compete in more than 5 races we will take your top 5 finishes)

Age Group Series Awards for 2025

We will be recognizing our top 3 award winners at the end of the year at our Annual Awards Ceremony with trophies made by Hickory Handcrafted. In addition of placing in the top 3 we will be awarding race discounts to our top 5 finishers in each age group category for the series. 

• 1st Place - 50% OFF Series & 1st Place Trophy
• 2nd Place - 40% OFF Series & 2nd Place Trophy
• 3rd Place - 30% OFF Series & 3rd Place Trophy
• 4th Place - 20% OFF Series
• 5th Place - 10% OFF Series

Races will be scored per your age group as of 12/31/2024

• 1st Place - 10 points
• 2nd place - 9 points
• 3rd Place - 8 points
• 4th Place - 7 points
• 5th Place - 6 points
• 6th Place - 5 points
• 7th Place - 4 points
• 8th Place - 3 points
• 9th Place - 2 points
• 10th Place - 1 Point
• All finishers receive 1 point

Age Group Categories

• 0-9
• 10-12    
• 13-16
• 17-19
• 20-29    
• 30-34    
• 35-39    
• 40-44    
• 45-49    
• 50-54    
• 55-59    
• 60-64    
• 65-69    
• 70-79    
• 80+    

Register for individual Races HERE

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this race series or its scoring, please use the following email address:

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