Saturday, October 18 2026
The Gear Western Country Half Marathon and Borton Volvo 5k is a small town event with a big time feel. Our course offers you a taste of Minnesota with quiet country roads, rolling hills, lakes, and crushed limestone trails. After finishing, linger for some unique western themed post race refreshments, and of course awards! We will be hanging out, having fun, and cheering on every participant.
We will also continue our Hobby Horse division. There is no separate sign up, just show up with a hobby horse. But expect a lot of extra cheers AND prizes at the finishline.
Location
Gear West Ski and Bike - 1786 W. Wayzata Blvd., Long Lake, MN 55356
Schedule
Packet Pickup/Late Registration - Friday Noon-6pm
Day of Packet Pickup/Registration - Saturday 6:30am-8:15am
Gear Western Half Marathon - 8:30am
Borton Volvo 5k - 9:00am
Borton Volvo 5k Awards - 10:00am
Gear Western Half Marathon Awards - 10:30am
Party/Cheer on EVERY Finisher - 9:15-Noon
Awards/Swag
Top 3 Overall Awards (5k and Half)
5 Year Age Groups (5k and Half) (19 & Under, and 70+)
Spirit Award/Best Western Outfit - (Special Bonus Award if you run in Cowboy boots!)
Red Lantern Award
Records/Results
Men's Half: Ted Heikkila 1:11.45
Women's Half: Dani Fischer 1:19.46
Men's Hobby Horse: Andrew Zabel 1:21.46
Women's Hobby Horse: Mary Deeg 1:59.10
