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Club
Stelleri Performance Training
[email protected] (440) 759-9256
Multisport events nearby
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Distance: 3.9 km from Rocky RiverSat, Jul 18, 2026 at 6:00 PMSee full details
Ready, sweat, go! Registration will open on Friday, March 13 for the 18th Annual Meltdown 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk, the centerpieces of LakewoodAlive’s Lakewood Summer Meltdown sponsored by Cox. The Lakewood Summer Meltdown takes place Saturday, July 18, from 4 - 10 PM on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood. The Meltdown 5K Race and the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk both serve as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive.
This ever-popular staple of the Summer Meltdown draws hundreds of participants annually—and for good reason! In addition to the usual race perks (fast course, chip timing, official race t-shirt, and prizes for top finishers), the Meltdown 5K offers a unique opportunity to participate in an evening race (7 PM start) with live music, food vendors, and a beer garden placed at the end of the course as a reward for your efforts. The course also offers fantastic views of Lakewood’s historic neighborhoods and the opportunity to run alongside beautiful Lake Erie.
Secure your Meltdown 5k Race registration ASAP! When you buy early, you save! The first 50 signups will be discounted to $20 followed by a pre-sale rate of $30 and registration day-of $35.
For Meltdown attendees—both young and old—interested in a more relaxed exercise experience, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk precedes the Meltdown 5K at 6 PM. This crowd-pleasing event is priced at $15 per participant (includes a t-shirt) and is intended for participants of all ages.
Enjoy this fun summer tradition while showing your support for LakewoodAlive; we can't wait to see you at the race! On your marks, get set, register!
For more information regarding Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2025, please visit LakewoodAlive.org/Meltdown
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Distance: 3.8 km from Rocky RiverSat, Jul 25, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Start Times
Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 7:00am
5K Run: 8:00am
Distances
5K
Timing
5K: BibTag chip timing
Registration
Race-day registration begins at 7:00am
Fees
Pre-registration:
Adult: $30
Kids 13 and under: $25
Race Day Registration:
Adult: $35
Kids 13 and under: $30
Awards
Top 3 Male and Female overall
Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups:
0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
What You Get
Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (Subject to availability if registered after July 18th)
Custom finisher medal
Post-race food and drinks
Dogs are allowed but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.
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Distance: 3.8 km from Rocky RiverWed, Aug 12, 2026 at 5:00 PMSee full details
We toe the line every year, and going into our 34th Annual Classic at Mastick, we could not be more excited. Over $320,000 has been raised for high school seniors since our beginning in 1992. This race is open to ALL ages and abilities. Celebrate the kick-off to XC and the best season in style at the Classic at Mastick.
Packet Pick Up (Please plan for Monday or Tuesday):
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Packets must be picked up by individuals. There is no team affiliated pick up.
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Monday, August 10th from 3 to 6:30 PM at Second Sole in Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
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Tuesday, August 11th from 3 to 6:30 PM at Second Sole in Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
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Wednesday starting at 4 PM until 6:30 PM at South Mastick Picnic Area under the pavilion
Timeline for Race
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4:00 PM Race Day Packet Pick Up Begins. Cash/Check only on race day for sign ups.
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5:00 PM 2 Miler (all ages prior to 14)
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6:00 PM Men's 5k
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6:45 PM Women's 5k
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7:45 PM Awards
Runner Perks
*Entries after August 1st may receive shirt at a later date.
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Soft-fit shirt
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AISICS giveaways
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Chip-Timed 5k race
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Overall and Age Group awards
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Pre and post race giveaways and activities
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Scholarships for participant. We are pleased to give away $10,000 to $12,000 every year to assist with post-secondary expenses
Scholarships:
To nominate participants for the Classic at Mastick Scholarship, please send a written note or email to [email protected] or Second Sole Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, Attn: Classic at Mastick
2 Miler:
The Classic is about raising money for scholarships and celebrating the life sport of running. We strive to motivate and excite runners of all ages to lace up their shoes and go. This event will be $10 to run for young runners with the option to purchase the shirt for $15. All funds raised will go to the scholarship program. Boys and girls will run together at 5:00 PM prior to the 5k.
Confidential financial assistance available to any participant. Please contact us through the form below.
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Distance: 3.9 km from Rocky RiverSat, Aug 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM
New Location: Emerald Necklace Marina
Start Time
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 8:00 am
5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk - 9:00 am
Awards Ceremony - 10:30 am
Distance
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Walk
Timing
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile - Untimed
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Distance: 4 km from Rocky RiverSat, Aug 29, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
About
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Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
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Time: 7:00am - 7:00pm
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Location: Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill, Cleveland, OH
Hell on Hogsback: Endurance Challenge in Cleveland, Ohio is a physical and mental test for those looking to give back in a BIG way on one of the steepest hills the area has to offer. The race is located in the Rocky River Reservation at the top of Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill. The objective is simple: how many times can you complete the looped hill course within the allotted time? Will you #endureforcancer?
Course
Hell on Hogsback is a 1.1 mile looped (or what some might say...down & up) course with 140ft elevation gain & loss at an average 12% grade per loop. Starting at the top of Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill, runners will head down to the bottom of the hill, take a sharp right, and continue their way down to the bottom of Hogsback Lane. At the bottom of Hogsback, runners will loop around a cone and reverse their footsteps back up Hogsback & to the top of Stinchcomb. Runners will complete their lap by completing a loop through the parking lot, upper single trail hill, and back to the parking lot where aid stations, tents, and vendors will be stationed.
Our Mission & Impact for 2025
Our internal ethos is #EndureForCancer. Through this ethos, it is our mission to raise $52,000 across 500+ registrants to positively impact 2-3 cancer patients who are unable to fund their surgical or medical procedure(s). After the race, the race committee will select candidates & hand-deliver checks consisting of race proceeds to the patients in need.
Donations
Those looking to give back or do not wish to participate in the event physically but want to give may do so through the donation link at the top of this page.
Registration
All registrations are DONATION-based. Each registration requires a minimum donation depending on the event:
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Solo: 1-Hour Endurance Challenge ($30)
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Solo: 3-Hour Endurance Challenge ($75)
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Solo: 6-Hour Endurance Challenge ($100) *New for 2025!
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Solo: 12-Hour Endurance Challenge ($150)
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2-Person Teams: 12-Hour Endurance Challenge ($200 per team)
What's Included in Your Registration
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Race registration for your chosen time allotment (1, 3, 6, 12 hour race time)
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Chip timing
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On-site medical
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On-site PT by Bridge Rehab & Performance
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Access to BPN race supplements on course
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Access to a light bite (breakfast or lunch item) from Nourishing Nook
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Post 1-Hr. race yoga session at the memorial with Hope Yoga (9:00am yoga start time)
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Access to shuttle service from nearby parking lot for ease of parking
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Access to SISU Saunas & cold plunges
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FREE Spartan or Tough Mudder race registration (code sent after race day)
Please note: Race t-shirts are not included with race registration. Race t-shirts must be purchased separately.
2025 Participant Guide
Read through the 2025 Hell on Hogsback Participant Guide to learn more about the race, review detailed information, and more.
Bib Pick-Up
Skip the Race-Day Rush & Join Us Friday, August 22!
We highly recommend all participants stop by Friday’s Bib Pick-Up to make race day smooth and stress-free. You'll have an opportunity to stop by to pick-up your bib, pick-up your race t-shirt (if you ordered before August 12), check out our race partner offerings, and more!
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Date: Friday, August 22, 2025
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Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Location: Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill (race location)
We will also offer bib pick-up the morning of the race on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 5:45am - 6:45am at Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill (race location). You'll have an opportunity to stop by to pick-up your bib, pick-up your race t-shirt (if you ordered before August 12), check out our race partner offerings, and more! Due to race timing restrictions, we will cut-off check-in at 6:50am for a strict 7:00am race start.
Parking & Transportation
Review our parking and transportation policies and options on our website.
Hell on Hogsback Beneficiary Applications
Hell on Hogsback Beneficiary Applications are now closed for 2025. Please check back in 2026 to apply.
For this year’s selection, we sought individuals affected by cancer who could benefit from the proceeds from Hell on Hogsback. We invited submissions for anyone who had recently been diagnosed, was undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, or any other cancer-related treatments, and asked them to share their story for beneficiary consideration. All beneficiaries were carefully vetted.
Hogsback Run Clubs
Hogsback Run Clubs have passed for this year. When 2026 dates are announced they will be added here.
Race Policies
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REFUNDS: 50% refund will be granted before the 30-day period prior to the event. No refunds will be given if within the 30-day period prior to the event.
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DEFERRALS: No deferrals for Hell on Hogsback.
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BIB TRANSFERS: No bib transfers for registrants.
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CHANGING DISTANCE: 12-Hour participants may drop to the 6, 3, or 1-hour race options at any point. They are not eligible for overall awards.
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TEAM CHANGES: Teams for the 12-Hour race may drop to the solo 12-Hour or 6-hour race options at any point. They are not eligible for overall awards. Team changes will not be eligible for refunds.
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SWAG: Hell on Hogsback race t-shirts are available for purchase!
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