
Bare Bones Trail Training Race is a trail running and running race on September 28, 2026 in Richmond, VA.
From the Organizer
Bare Bones Trail Training Race
Looking for a chance to practice racing without all the extras?
Bare Bones is a low-key, timed trail training race at Larus Park in Richmond, Virginia. The course is 4+ miles of technical trail with an aggressive one-hour cutoff, making it best suited for runners with trail-running experience.
Course. Clock. Competition.
That’s pretty much it.
September 28 • 6 PM
Larus Park • Richmond, VA
4+ miles
Timed race; results emailed afterward
Aggressive one-hour cutoff
No aid stations
Headlamp optional
Rain cancels
Free to run
Donations appreciated to help cover park permit fees
There’s no official registration website and no entry fee. Do not process registration via Run Signup.
Email F2beau@gmail.com to RSVP.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Richmond Intl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
227,595
as of 2023
City Elevation
60 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bare Bones Trail Training Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Bare Bones Trail Training Race
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