Race to Share the Gospel Around the World

Strokes, Spokes & Strides is a sprint distance triathlon located in beautiful Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. The inaugural event was held in 2015 as a celebration of the Waynesboro Area YMCA 100 year anniversary. Our goal was to create an event that would promote community spirit and welcome all levels of athlete.

The triathlon course can be completed as an individual or as part of a three person relay team. Athletes of all levels are encouraged to compete – experienced cross trainers, families as well as first time competitors.

The triathlon start, swim, transition area and finish are located at the Y. The swim portion of the event is held in the Y’s six-lane, 25meter pool; the bike and run routes will take athletes through tree lined neighborhoods and farmland throughout Waynesboro.

We’re also excited to offer two additional race day events: Aquavelo (swim/bike) and Duathlon (run/bike/run).

Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

July 19, 2025 in Shippensburg, PA 17257

We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new Half Marathon Series. More information is available by clicking on the link below:

https://events.elitefeats.com/half

For any event questions, please email [email protected]. Thank you!

• Run through the beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania!

• Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside.

• Walkers and families are welcome.

• There will be food and drink post-race.

• 4 hour time limit for all events.

EARLY START INFO

Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts:

• No early starts for 5K/10K

• A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable)

• No awards for any early starts

Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a time.

• All first time half marathon finishers will receive a plaque that commemorates their first half or full marathon finish. The athletes will also receive their finisher’s medal. Go to registration after you finish and let them know you ran your first half.

• We are proud to announce that we have a non-binary registration option that has their own awards categories: overall and age groups.

SWAG

Elite Feats is known for high-end, well-designed SWAG at our events. Entry fees will include:

• Beautiful Medal and Lanyard

• T-shirt

• Running ankle socks

2024 Medal

I Run for Fun socks

Thank you for your Service!

All of our events feature a 10% discount on race entry for all service members and their family. Military discount link.

Contact [email protected] with any questions. We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our races. For additional information and race updates please check our website: https://elitefeats.com. Thank you for participating in Elite Feats Event!

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