Take It To The Streets

Races
Urban Dare
What: An Amazing Race-style challenge that is equal parts road race, trivia, scavenger hunt and test of mental or physical dexterity.
When: July 7
Where: 50 Exchange Terrace

Color Me Rad
What: A 5k in which participants are hit with “color bombs” along the way, so they finish looking like tired, sweaty Skittles – It’s more fun than it sounds.
When: September 28
Where: Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Ave., Seekonk
How: colormerad.com
How much: $40 before June 28, $45 after

Rock n Roll Half-Marathon
What: A 13.1-mile urban run in which bands play at various stops along the way.
When: September 29
Where: Gaspee Street (in front of the State House)
How: runrocknroll.competitor.com/providence
How much: $105

Running Clubs
Rhode Runner Running Club
This paid membership club, based out of the running store of the same name, offers weekly training runs and coaching. Meets Wednesdays at 6pm and Saturdays at 8am. 

Wild Colonial Running Club
This club sets out from the titular pub every Wednesday at 6pm, then reconvenes there after to “talk rub- bish and plan the Grog.” 

RI Hash House Harriers
This is the local chapter of the international group, which bills itself as “the drinking club with a running problem.” Members meet Mondays at 6:30pm in various places and run towards a drink at a local restaurant or pub. 

Runner’s Resources
Rhode Runner
This sneaker and gear shop offers more than just, well, sneakers and gear, with expert advice and fittings, a weekly running club and Good Form Running Clinics on the first Thursday of every month. 657 North Main St. 831-6346.

Run Rhody
A comprehensive website with race calendars, running news and results from local races. runrhody.com

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Sports Medicine
This physical therapy practice specializes in runners with its RUNstrong classes to help develop speed, refine form and avoid injury. 545 Pawtucket Ave., Pawtucket. 475-5775.