
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K is a running race on August 30, 2026 in Lyons, IL, with an entry fee of $50.
From the Organizer
Welcome to Stop 2: McCook 6.6K, part of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 Series — 18 community‑powered runs traveling the Illinois stretch of the historic Mother Road. Every mile supports ALS awareness and honors Enric’s courageous solo run down Route 66.
As a Sidekick, you’re not just running — you’re standing with ALS warriors, families, and Enric’s mission. Each stop highlights a new town, a new charm, and the same shared purpose.
⭐ Series Rewards
Every participant receives one official series medal. Each time you complete a stop, you’ll earn a new Route 66 charm to add to your medal — building your collection one town at a time. Your series. Your pace. All for one cause.
⭐ Shirts
Event shirts are optional and can be purchased during registration.
⭐ What You Get
Custom Stop 2: McCook 6.6K bib
McCook Route 66 charm for your medal
Post‑run celebration with the Spirits Run community
Support for ALS awareness and Enric’s Route 66 mission
⭐ Mission
This series raises funds and awareness for ALS, honoring those living with the disease and supporting Enric as he runs the entire Route 66 corridor to shine a light on the ALS community. Every registration fuels the mission.
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
81°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Midway Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
6,294
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K
Aug 30, 2026