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September 18th, 2025 Newsletter

Fleet Feet Chico Newsletter
September 18th, 2025


 
 

Fall Classic Course Preview
Trail Preview + Shoe Demo! 

We’re just over a month away from the Fall Classic Endurance & Half Marathon right here in our Upper Bidwell Park — and we’re getting excited! ?

? This Saturday, September 20th @ 7:30 AM
? Horseshoe Lake Parking Lot (Lot E)

Join us for a fun partial course preview run with our friends at Brooks Running:

✅ 80% preview of the Half Marathon course
✅ 4-mile Endurance Loop option
✅ Run alongside our amazing trail crew

Brooks will be demoing the new Cascadia 19s ? — plus we’ll have cold electrolytes + baked goodies waiting after your run.

All paces welcome. Come preview the course, test some gear, and enjoy the community vibes! ?
 

Monthly Yoga at Fleet Feet
 

 Yoga is Back at Fleet Feet Chico! 

Join us for FREE Yoga on Sundays and Monday with our resident instructor Kai — the perfect way to complement your training or simply reset and relax for the week ahead. This class is for all abilities, so everyone is welcome!

? Next Class: Sunday, September 22nd at 9:30 AM
? Arrive a few minutes early to set up your mat
?‍♀️ Please bring your own yoga mat or towel
? Need a mat? We’ll have yoga mats 10% off on class days (while supplies last!)

? Class is free — tips for our awesome instructor Kai are always appreciated!

✨ Mark your calendar for future dates:
Sunday Dates @ 9:00am:
• October 5th
• October 26th
• November 16th
• November 30th
New Monday Dates @ 9:30am:
• September 22nd
• October 6th
• October 20th
 
Let’s breathe, stretch, and flow together. We can’t wait to see you there!
RSVP - Email
 
Pub Run Series 

Join us for our annual Pub Run Series!

These free community runs are a great way to demo some shoes from a variety of brands. Go for an easy run with good company and enjoy a cold beer at the end!

Come to all 6 pub runs and you will receive a "I run for Beer" shirt at the last run! Below is the list of runs and locations. Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and get ready for a good time!

September 25th with Hoka, at Bellas Sports Pub
October 23rd with Asics, at The Commons


All runs will start at 5:30pm at the locations stated above.

No RSVP required! Just come join the fun!
 
Monthly Cafe Run

Monthly Cafe Runs with
Bidwell Perk

 

Join Fleet Feet Chico for our monthly fun runs with Bidwell Perk! 

Sundays are a great day for a recovery run, and what is a nice recovery run without a warm cup of coffee at the end!?!

Fleet Feet Chico has partnered with Bidwell Perk to offer a Free Fun Run on the second Sunday of EVERY MONTH! 

Come to Bidwell Perk at 8:00am to meet up with the morning run crew, head out on a beautiful morning run and finish at Bidwell Perk for a complimentary cup of fresh brewed coffee! (First Cup complementary)


Mark your calendar for the remaining dates for 2025:
 

  • October 12th
  • November 9th
  • December 14th
 

Dates for 2026 coming soon!
 
 
3rd Annual Fleet Feet Fall Classic
Backyard Ultra Endurance Race and Half Marathon
 

?️ Fleet Feet Fall Trail Classic - 2025 ?‍♀️?‍♂️
? Upper Bidwell Park | Chico, CA
?️ October 19th, 2025

? Ready to push your limits on the trails and make a difference while you're at it? Join us for an epic day of trail racing, endurance, community, and good vibes at the Fleet Feet Fall Trail Classic!

? Choose your challenge:
? Half Marathon – 1600 ft of climb, party at the top, and a fast downhill finish!
? 4-Mile Backyard Ultra – Complete a 4-mile loop every hour on the hour. 8 hours. 32 miles. Last one standing wins. Will it be you?
 

? Why run?
✔️ Stunning trails through Upper Bidwell Park
✔️ Support Chico Velo Trailworks & local fire cadets
✔️ Free race swag, amazing aid stations, and a Battle of the Aid Station competition!
✔️ Post-race food & drinks at Bidwell Golf Course
✔️ Spectator fun, bike valet, and zero waste efforts
 

? Guaranteed race tee if you register by Sept 29th
?️ Online reg closes Oct 17th @ 9am
? Packet pickup @ Fleet Feet Chico Oct 17–18
? Don’t miss the Pre-Race Social Oct 18 at The Commons: Live music, beer, and discounted pizza!
?‍♀️ Pre Race Shake out Run at 10/18 7:30am at Horseshoe Lake Parking Lot in Upper Bidwell Park (Parking Lot E)

? Limited Race Entries – grab your spot now!
Register Here
 
Volunteers Needed

? Race Volunteers Needed! ?

Want to be part of the action without running? Come join us on the trails for a day filled with community, energy, and good old-fashioned fun!
We have a variety of volunteer shifts available — from packet pick-up to our epic “Battle of the Aid Stations” competition! There are so many ways to support this amazing running community.


? What’s the “Battle of the Aid Stations”?
This year we’re inviting YOU to get creative and help build the best aid station experience for our runners!
 
?We’ll have 4 aid stations with 6 teams covering different shifts.
?We provide the tables, water, gels, and tents.
?You bring the magic! Think music, themed snacks, decorations, inflatable costumes — the sky’s the limit!
 
Runners will vote for their favorite aid station at the finish line. The winning team gets not only bragging rights but also a fun team prize! ?

Have questions about volunteering or need hours signed off for school?

? Email shawna@fleetfeetchico.com

Let’s make this an unforgettable day for the runners — and for you!
Sign Up to Volunteer
 
Almond Bowl 5k/10k Run/Walk


51st Annual Almond Bowl
? Sunday, November 2, 2025

Join us in person for one of Chico’s best-loved traditions: the Almond Bowl 5K & 10K Race! The race kicks off on South Park Drive and finishes near Sycamore Field.

Proceeds support local high school cross-country teams and band programs.

? Race Start Times
5K – 8:00 AM
10K – 8:10 AM

? Online Registration
Opens: July 1
Closes: October 31 at 9:00 AM

? In-Person Registration
Available ONLY during Packet Pickup at Fleet Feet Chico
Dates: October 31 & November 1
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Fleet Feet, 241 Main Street, Chico, CA 95928

? Registration Fee Schedule
Dates 10K Fee 5K Fee
July 1 – Sept 30 $55 $45
Oct 1 – Oct 31 (online) $60 $50
In-Person (Oct 31–Nov 1) $60 $50

? T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline: October 17, 2025
Register by this date to reserve your shirt. Late registrants are not guaranteed a shirt.
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