Second Wind Trail Running

The hay is in the barn and we are ready! Special thanks to the amazing marking crew of and for doing a number on the course out there, you guys are just the best!

Let’s do this thing!

2023 is less than two weeks away! We’re putting final touches on things and getting our final deliveries, including this year’s medals and podium awards! Looking awful sweet!

We’ll also have some cool freebies courtesy of to raffle off after the race. Check your bib to see if you’re a winner!

Packet pickup details to come soon.

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to today’s training run, you guys were awesome! Congrats to the Rock Paper Scissors Size Division Champs!

Many thanks to for our course marking and to for sweeping!! You guys are the best!

See you all in two weeks!

New for 2023 at (marathon and half marathon distances available too!) thanks to .

50k runners will be vying for a new award, “First to the Peak” will be given to the first runner who summits Cuyamaca Peak and reaches the first aid station!

Come join us July 15th, 2023!

Will you be ?

2023 is in the books!

Congratulations to all of you guys! This year’s winners are:

Men
1) 5:04:46
2) Christian Gagel 5:13:09
3) Patrick Stone 5:16:13

Women
1) Anna Henning 5:48:13
2) Mary Flaigmore 6:00:23
3) 6:03:35

Huge thanks to the marking crew of and for getting the course ready for this Saturday!

They even found a little surprise at the bottom of the canyon! Okay, it’s not little. It’s big. It’s a big surprise. And it’s wet. A big, wet surprise for everyone to enjoy.

Registration via closes tonight at midnight!

Training Run 1 for 2023 is now scheduled for April 23rd, 2023! This will be a joint effort with the crew from SD100.

Start Time: 7:00AM
Location: Red Tail Roost Trailhead
Route: 16.2 miles out and back, mostly along the PCT 50 course
Notes: An aid station will be available at the turnaround after crossing the highway at Penny Pines. PCT 50 runners will turn around and retrace their steps back to Red Tail Roost Trailhead, or you can follow the SD100 runners into the Laguna area, both will end up back at Red Tail Roost Trailhead!

RSVP: Again, please RSVP via Strava group SWTR so we know how many to expect.

It looks like the snow received up on the training route between Wednesday and Thursday will not have a chance to dissipate enough to allow for a training run. On top of that, road conditions may be dangerous and I want to make sure you all make it to race day!

We are cancelling tomorrow's training run on April 1st, and will let everyone know if we can find a suitable date to reschedule.

Training Run #2 is still scheduled for April 30th!

Thanks for your understanding!

tank tops are looking awful nice! Not to mention they feel like a dream… Men’s and women’s available.

Come run with us on April 15th to get yours!

Hey Trail Friends!

2023 is off to a great start thanks to everyone who ran or volunteered at and we need your help keeping the party going!

(50k, Marathon, and Half Marathon) is on March 11th, 2023 and we need some volunteers to help us get our runners across the finish line. If you’d like to help us at an aid station, please DM us, or shoot us an email at [email protected].

Shifts are between 3-5 hours, and all volunteers receive a free race entry to any SWTR race, free finish line food, and a shirt (if we have your size)!

Free dispersed camping is available on Friday night, and we will have a runner-decided award for the best aid station!

Looking forward to having you join us!

Dreaming of warm summer sun and lazy afternoons? What about, like, slowly melting into the trail as the sun bakes you alive? Screaming pain in your legs as you summit Cuyamaca Peak not once, but twice?

If you answered yes to any of the above, then we have the race for you! Registration is now open for (50k, Marathon, and Half Marathon distances available) on .

Join us July 15th, 2023 for a treat of a good time! We know you’re up for it because we’re all built just a little different, aren’t we?

We are looking to fill just a few more volunteer positions for our upcoming race on February 18th. Volunteers will be helping at our Dixon Lake aid station from 8:00AM to 12:00PM. Volunteers will also get free race food, a race shirt (if we still have your size!), and a free entry into any one of our races in the next year.

If interested, please DM us, or shoot us a quick email at [email protected].

We truly appreciate your support and our runners can’t do what they do without you!

Cool crew out for a trot at yesterday for Training Run 3 with our pal !

Super cool to spend some time with good people on great trails, doing what we love!

Stay tuned for more training runs later this year, but for now we’re putting our heads down for the final push to race day!

See you all on February 18th!

Today’s the day! Hat day!

Grab your hat now! Super limited run, only a few of each color. Will be available at all SWTR events while supplies last. We are contractually obligated to sell these for $35/ea.

DM or email us ([email protected]) if you just can’t wait and need one now! Shipping options available.

Hat days may legitimately be my favorite days.

Props to for these bad boys. Packable, crushable, durable, breathable, and any other -able you can think of. hats are here!

Grab one with your registration or as an add-on on . Will also be available on race day, while supplies last.

We are one week out from the second training run for and half marathon which happens on February 18th, 2023! All training runs meet under the Daley Ranch arch near the Dixon Lake dirt parking lot (free parking!). 

Our second training run is this Saturday (1/7) at 7:30AM and will be 13.1 miles - a complete loop of the half marathon course!

Drinks at the end. Email [email protected] with questions. See you there!

Run #3 Sunday, February 5th, 2023 at 7:30AM - Full 25k Loop (50k course is two 25k loops)

Open up 2023 with a great goal and put a great race on your calendar!

Is now open for registration. Permitting limits our runner capacity for this race, so don’t hesitate- guarantee your bib now on UltraSignUp.com! A waitlist will be available for those that miss out; we are usually able to pull a handful of replacements in time for race day.

Happy training, and we’ll see you in May!

Training Run #1 for was a pretty great one!

Come join us for Round 2 right after the New Year, for a full half marathon course preview! Highly encouraged for those interested in seeing the course (registered for the race or not), as well as those who don’t want to get lost on race day!

January 7th, 2023 at 7:30AM under the Daley Ranch Arch, 13.1 miles

The 2022 race season might be winding down, but we’re gearing up for one of our favorite races of the year, ABC 50, on December 3rd, 2022! An incredible point to point race that puts together some of the best trails in San Diego County. Mountains, pine trees, chaparral hills, and a desert finish? What more could you want? Finish your year off the way you deserve. Let’s blow this thing wide open. Register now!

Already planning for 2023? Set your calendar by registering for one of our early season races, already open on UltraSignUp. Find the race that’s right for you at secondwindtrailrunning.com/races and lock in an incredible race experience that delivers on every level!

Hey Trail Friends!

We’re in need of about 10 volunteers to help us at aid stations for , and 4 more sweepers. Race day is December 3rd.

All volunteers get a free race entry into any of our 2023 races, as well as a race shirt (if we still have your size) and free finish line food!

Please shoot us a message at [email protected] if you’re interested.

members get to double dip, and will also get SURF bucks for their contribution.

Thank you all! Our trail runners couldn’t run trails without you!

Training Run #4: Oriflamme Canyon- November 13th, 2022 7:00AM - MEET AT Pedro Fages Aid Station (32.994, -116.542)

Aid Station #5 to Aid Station #6 (Mile 35 to mile 44)

* 18 miles total, 9 out and 9 back
* Aid at the turnaround and snacks at the end
* DM us if you’re coming, or RSVP via Strava group event (SWTR) so we know how many PB&Js to bring!

Training Run #3: Beginning Section- Oct 23rd, 2022 7:00AM - MEET AT Museum Aid Station (32.9286157, -116.5603173)

Aid Station #1 to Aid Station #3 (Mile 6 to mile 19)

* 13 miles on the course, plus 2 more to complete a loop back to your car
* Aid at 6 miles and cold drinks at the end
* DM us if you’re coming, or RSVP via Strava group event (SWTR) so we know how many cold drinks to bring!

Training Run #2: Hilly Section- Sept 24th, 2022 7:00AM - MEET AT West Mesa Aid Station (32.9402162, -116.5661792)
* 11.5 mile Out and Back (5.75 out, 5.75 back) from the West Mesa Aid Station (Mile 19.2) to Paso Picacho (Mile 24.9) and back to West Mesa AS
* Water and aid at the turnaround
* Cold drinks and snacks after the run
* DM us if you’re coming, or RSVP via Strava group event (SWTR) so we know how many cold drinks to bring!

Training Run #1: Desert Section- Aug 27, 2022 7:00AM - MEET AT PEDRO FAGES MONUMENT - IF PARKING AT THE FINISH, DO NOT PARK AT STAGECOACH, PARK ACROSS THE ROAD IN THE DIRT FIELD
* 15 mile Point to Point from the Pedro Fages Aid Station (Mile 37) to Stage Coach finish line (Mile 52)
* Cold drinks and snacks after the run
* Plan rides ahead!

Hey Trail Friends!

We're excited to announce a new partner for this year's event, Run Ultra Strong! They will be helping us provide you with some quality time out on the trail in the form of supported group runs on the actual race course! Keep an eye out for dates and announcements for those in the near future. 

from Run Ultra Strong is very familiar with the terrain and full course, so if you're looking to tune up your training for race day, check out the coaching services they offer. Members receive personalized coaching, sweet perks, including discounts on SWTR race registration fees and team accountability.  Run Ultra Strong can help you achieve you trail running goals. 

Drop them a line or let them know how much you're looking forward to those training runs! (add contact info / social media handles here)

We'll see you out on the trails!
SWTR

Packet pickup for 2022 starts TODAY at 5:00PM at (NORTH PARK LOCATION ONLY). Packet pickup will be available for all three distances and will run through Thursday, July 14th at 2:00PM during regular business hours!

Don’t forget: 15% off most purchases (excludes watches and other fancy things) while in-store picking up your bib!

Bibs and shirts will still be available on race morning if you cannot make it to packet pickup prior to race day.

See you soon, Trail Friends!

July 16th is quickly approaching and we would love your help volunteering at at one of our aid stations, or sweeping the course! If you are available, please send us an email at [email protected].

Volunteers who fulfill their duties will earn a free race entry into any one of our other races, as well as a free race shirt!

Grab some friends and come fill some bottles or pull some flags! We can’t wait to see you, and thank you for being a part of this great community!

Hey All!

Before we get the party started at on Saturday, we need just a touch of help! We are looking for 2-3 volunteers who can help us sweep the course on Saturday and bring any loose runners in to the nearest aid stations along the way.

If you’d like to get a nice run in, help out the race, and earn a free race entry all at the same time, shoot us an email to [email protected].

Thanks so much! It’s going to be a good one!

A couple photos from last weekend’s training run! Great seeing everyone! Looking forward to race day!

Hi Everyone!

We’re looking for 3 or 4 awesome volunteers who are interested in helping out at an aid station at this year’s . The race is on April 16th, and we’d need your help from about 7:30AM to 12:30PM. Volunteers who help will receive a free race entry good for any of SWTR’s upcoming races. If available, please email us at [email protected].

Thank you all! It’s going to be a great race!

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Hey Everyone,

Two exciting announcements regarding the this year!

1. We will be conducting a self-supported training run for anyone who wants to join us (entered in this year’s race or not!) on Saturday, April 23rd. We will begin at the Start/Finish location of the race (Boulder Oaks Campground), and you may go out as far as you’d like, and return whenever you’d like! We will not be putting up course markings, but as long as you stay on the PCT, you will be on the course! We will be at the Finish Line from 10AM-12PM serving food (burgers, drinks, etc.) contributed by SURF, and you can discuss the course or ask any questions you may have there! If interested, shoot us an email so we can get an accurate head count for food. Can’t wait to see you all there!
2. Our local trail work organization, TrailFit, has identified a few sections of the course that need some brush trimming. If you’d like to contribute some time and a little sweat helping them beautify and improve the trail, please send Ken Bonus ([email protected]) a message and he will give you the official registration link. April dates are 4/9, 4/16, and 4/23, and all trail work parties meet at 7:00AM.

Thanks Everyone! Train hard, it’s coming fast!
SWTR

Want to earn a free entry to a SWTR race? Looking for a way to finally put that 4x4 truck to good use? Want to spend some time giving to a great community? Are you a member of and want to double dip to earn some SURF bucks?

Second Wind Trail Running is looking for volunteers to help us at our aid stations at (April 16th, 2022) and (May 14th, 2022). It’s a fun atmosphere and a great excuse to get some friends together for a good cause.

If interested, please shoot us an email at [email protected] with some basic contact info, names and contact info of anyone else you will be bringing with you, which race you’re interested in helping at, as well as whether or not you have a 4WD vehicle.

We can’t wait to see you there!

The sun might have set on but it’s still shining on all of our trail friends who joined us this weekend. We loved seeing you all and had a great time seeing some course records get smashed!

Special thanks to our awesome volunteers at the race this weekend who put in some great work and made it all possible!!! You guys are great and we appreciate everything!

We’ll reconvene in about a month for and we can’t wait to see you all out there! If you’d like to earn a free race entry, come volunteer at Oriflamme! Shoot us an email at [email protected] if you’re interested.

Hey trail friends we are looking for just a couple more volunteers! You could be one of the few to help other runners accomplish their dreams!!! Email information will get sent out today! Please let us know if you can help out at an aid station or maybe want to sweep! Appreciate all of you that donate your time, and as always anyone that help out will get a free entry into one of our other races!!! Please email [email protected] if you are so bored this weekend and want to help some runners!!!

Registration is now open for (and marathon and half marathon)! Join us July 16th, 2022, as we find out what your legs are really made of. Slug out the uphills and rip down the descents. Appreciate the view at the top- but not for too long!

Think you’ve got what it takes? Sign up with us via UltraSignUp and find out.