BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//#Anywhere5K - ECPv2.0.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:#Anywhere5K X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://anywhere5k.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for #Anywhere5K BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130624 DTSTAMP:20130619T045606 CREATED:20130301T160418 LAST-MODIFIED:20130301T163836 UID:4019-1371859200-1372032000@http://anywhere5k.com SUMMARY:Xeros Barefoot #Anywhere5K DESCRIPTION:You and your friends are invited to join us on June 22-23\, 2013 for the Xero Shoes Barefoot #Anywhere5K. The race is open to all runners\, so if you’re more comfortable running in shoes then by all means\, go for it. But this race is our little nod to those of you who fully embrace the barefoot running lifestyle. Whether you run barefoot in an ode to your ancestors or for health and medical reasons\, we salute you!   This month\, our Xeros Barefoot #Anywhere5K race is sponsored by the makers of Xero Shoes (aka “Xeros”). That’s good news for you because Xeros Shoes is offering a custom-made pair of Xeros to one lucky participant. [ad#ad200x200] So what are Xero Shoes? In a nutshell\, they are a unique take on your average barefoot huraches running sandal. They’re lightweight\, affordable and backed by a 5\,000 mile warranty. Xeros\, and their creator\, All-American Masters sprinter Steven Sashen\, have been featured on ABC’s Shark Tank. Sashen is the guy behind the hilarious “Sh*t Barefoot Runners Say” video on YouTube. Register To register for the race just complete and submit the registration form. Then\, tell the world via Twitter and Facebook that you’re running. Come race day\, download and print your #Anywhere5K bib\, run your race\, and submit your time using the finisher form. Giveaway To be eligible to win a pair of custom-made Xeros\, a Road ID gift card\, or any of our other giveaways you must do the following: Register for the June 22-23\, 2013 Xeros Barefoot #Anywhere5K race Run your race at any time (and anywhere) on Saturday\, June 22 or Sunday\, June 23\, 2013 AND submit your race time. Share photo of yourself with your Xeros Barefoot #Anywhere5K race bib on our Facebook page\, or post it to Twitter with the #Anywhere5K hashtag Barefoot Running Disclaimer A brief disclaimer about barefoot running: Barefoot running is not for everyone. If you’ve never run barefoot but are curious about doing so\, please do your research and follow the proper training regimen before participating in your first barefoot 5K. For more information on the pros and cons of barefoot running\, check out the following links\, explore the topic on your own\, and decide for yourself if barefoot running is right for you: Harvard University – Running Barefoot\, Forefoot Striking & Training Tips The San Francisco Gate – Barefoot Running: Tips for Beginners The Art of Manliness – Barefoot Running FAQs Runner’s World - Barefoot Running and Minimalism This #Anywhere5K is sponsored by: LOCATION:Anywhere URL:http://anywhere5k.com/race/xeros-barefoot-anywhere5k/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130729 DTSTAMP:20130619T045606 CREATED:20130610T103011 LAST-MODIFIED:20130610T142008 UID:4591-1374883200-1375056000@http://anywhere5k.com SUMMARY:Happy Trails #Anywhere5K DESCRIPTION:For the past two years we’ve held one virtual #Anywhere5K road race a month for nearly all types of runners. Yes\, in our quest to encourage runners everywhere to “run your own race\,” there’s one group of runners that we’ve\, well\, neglected. These are folks that prefer hoofing-it over hills as opposed to pounding pavement. Yes\, we’re talking about trail runners\, and they’re long overdue an #Anywhere5K race of their own.   This July\, we’re committed to including all of our nature-loving runners as we present the Happy Trails #Anywhere5K. On July 27 & 28\, 2013\, experienced trail runners and novices alike are encouraged to take the road less traveled by hitting their favorite trail for 3.1 miles of off-road awesomeness. After you’ve dodged trees\, jumped roots\, and become one with nature\, submit your time by filling out the race’s finisher form. [ad#ad200x200] Consider yourself a city slicker? Aren’t sure where to find the nearest trail? No worries. Most websites for local park boards will list any trails located in the park system\, and the folks over at American Trails have put together this handy resource guide for locating state-by-state trails. Register To register\, just complete and submit the entry form. Come race day\, download and print your #Anywhere5K bib\, run your race\, and submit your time using the finisher form. All that’s left to do is spread the word on Twitter and Facebook. Giveaways The Happy Trails #Anywhere5K is sponsored by the good folks at Off ’n Running Sports\, SPIbelt\, Shaklee\, and RoadID. To be eligible for one of the giveaways you'll need to: Register for the July 27-28\, 2013 Happy Trails  #Anywhere5K race. Run your race at any time (and anywhere) on Saturday\, July 27 or Sunday\, July 28\, 2013 AND submit your race time. Share photo of yourself with your Happy Trails #Anywhere5K race bib (coming soon) on our Facebook page\, or post it to Twitter with the #Anywhere5K hashtag. This #Anywhere5K is sponsored by: LOCATION:Anywhere URL:http://anywhere5k.com/race/happy-trails-anywhere5k/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR