From the Organizer
Back again in all its grassy glory! Relive the glory days of the cross country season or experience it for the first time on November 8, 2026 at this fun, cross country event! This event is open to all ages and abilities.
The Logistics:
The event takes place on the 3-mile MacNider cross country course, near Hoover Elementary School. Limited parking will be available at the school, located at 315 N. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194. Additional street parking is available on Amherst Drive or Colwyn Drive. There is no parking allowed at the church across the street.
Packet Pickup:
Packet pickup will be held at Xtra Mile Running, 31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg 60194 on with date and time TBA.
Raceday packet pickup will also be available starting at 8:30am.
Event Timeline: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Run as a Team!
There is an optional team competition for both races, (no mixed team divisions available). *Teams must be finalized by Friday night, November 6.*
Guidelines for Teams:
Already registered when you noticed this option? Email Jonathan at caino899@yahoo.com with the team members and chosen name and we will create your team for you.
Special thanks to our event sponsors Xtra Mile Running and to Brooks and Chicago Area Runners Association for supplies.
Spikes are recommended but not required. If you don't plan to wear spikes, we recommend picking up a trail shoe at Xtra Mile!
We are proud to announce that this 3-mile race has been named to the CARA Chicago Racing Circuit again for 2026.
Note: T-shirts will be ordered in early October. If you want a specific size, be sure to sign up early. After we place the shirt order, sizes will be limited and only sizes left in the inventory will be available for selection.
Results: 2025 Results can be found here: https://www.athlinks.com/event/382927/results/Event/1126660/Results
There are no refunds, bib transfers, or deferrals for any reason.
Events
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
54°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Streamwood, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
51,186
as of 2023
City Elevation
789 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fast Track Cross Country Open, 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
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fast Track Cross Country Open
Nov 8, 2026