On February 7, 34 hardy racers challenged Mother Nature on a cold and windy Saturday, with a starting line temperature of -3 ºF. Due to the super frosty weather, everyone ran the 5K course so as to limit exposure, and we provided hand warmers to all runners. Everyone finished safe and sound, although there were… Read more »
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2025 Runner Survey Results and Responses
As part of our election for new FLRC board members, we asked some survey questions to help us improve our operations and give you a chance to share feedback on how the club is working. The survey garnered 92 responses. Thanks to everyone who participated! Note that, since this was an entirely self-selected survey, it… Read more »
FLRC’s 2025 Accomplishments
One of FLRC’s primary goals is to provide opportunities for runners of all stripes, flavors, and persuasions. Whether you enjoy trails, roads, track, or cross-country, prefer social workouts or races, like to run by yourself or in large groups, or gain satisfaction from volunteering at an event, we have a place for you. Nowhere is… Read more »
Introducing the new FLRC Track leaderboard!
Have you ever seen someone win a race at an FLRC track meet and wondered how their time compares to others historically? We’re pleased to announce the beta release of the new FLRC Track leaderboard, which consolidates results for nearly 4,600 runners from all club meets dating back to around 2011. Special thanks to club member… Read more »
Two World Records Broken in the 2025 Hartshorne Memorial Masters Mile
The Finger Lakes Runners Club hosted its longstanding Hartshorne Memorial Masters Mile on January 18, 2025, celebrating the 56th edition of this premier masters race at Cornell University’s Barton Hall. With 68 runners competing across six heats, the meet delivered numerous exhilarating performances. Along with the usual fast times and thrilling finishes, this year’s race… Read more »
FLRC’s 2024 Accomplishments
One of our big goals with FLRC is to provide opportunities for runners of all stripes, flavors, and persuasions. Whether you enjoy trails, roads, track, or cross-country, prefer social workouts or races, like to run by yourself or in large groups, or gain satisfaction from volunteering at an event, we have a place for you…. Read more »
FLRC’s March Track Meet Draws Near-Record Numbers
Our March track meet is usually the smallest of the indoor season, but despite the slight confusion presented by Daylight Saving Time, it was by far our largest of the year and one of our largest ever, with 248 athletes and numerous spectators. This month, a record 13 teams competed, including St. Dominic’s Academy from… Read more »
FLRC’s 2023 Accomplishments
For those who just run a race or two each year, FLRC can be a bit of an iceberg, with a lot more happening under the water than is obvious. The club had an amazing 2023, coordinating a race or a group run every weekend, along with a coached workout every Tuesday night the entire… Read more »
2023 Turkey Trot raises record amount for Loaves & Fishes
The 51st running of the Finger Lakes Runners Club’s Turkey Trot was a smashing success. A record $6,730 was raised for Loaves & Fishes, and 458 people participated on an overcast morning in the mid-30s. Did you know the Turkey Trot is now FLRC’s second-largest race after Skunk Cabbage? Consider adding the Skunk Cabbage Classic… Read more »
FLRC and High Noon Post Highest PGXC Cup Ranking in 2023
Now that we’ve had our post-season PGXC party with runners and family members, it’s time to share the highlights from the final season results. (To see the series results at Run4Results, select 23 for the year, click Individual, Teams by AG, or Cup, and then click Submit.) First, as I noted at the party, I write… Read more »