RUNNING AROUND
SPINNING YOUR WHEELS
In the past few years, Gig Harbor has become a popular destination for runners. The local running community has embraced a variety of races year-round including a half-marathon. Many formal and informal running groups are active in the area.
RUNS, RIDES ANDWALKS JANUARY
JUNE
Resolution Run for the Hero’s 5k and 10k
Summer Fun Run – 360 Trails
www.active.com/running/ gig-harbor
FEBRUARY ‘You Knock My Socks Off’ 5k
www.ontherunevents.com/ youknockmysocksoff
MARCH Run for Burma 5K www.chapelhillpc.org
MAY Street Scramble
www.streetscramble.com
JUNE Maritime Gig Run 5K www.maritimegig.com
www.keypenparks.com
AUGUST Over the Narrows 10m run and 2m run/ walk & kids run www.overthenarrows.com
SEPTEMBER Race for a Soildier 13.1m and 2m & kids run www.raceforasoldier.org
OCTOBER Dirty Dash 5K
www.penmetparaks.org
NOVEMBER Turkey Trot 10k and 5k run or walk
www.holmeschiropractic.net
Gig Harbor has a good network of bicycle-friendly paths that includes paved lanes, shared-use trails and bicycle lanes. The relatively low traffic, the scenery and the mix of easy and challenging roads make this an attractive area for bikers. Stop by Old Town Bicycle on Kimball Drive for maps, gear and minor repairs, or make an appointment if your bike needs more extensive work. If you love the idea of scenic “touring” on your bike, check out the annual Ride Around Puget Sound (RAPSody) event in August. The two-day, 85-mile experience includes riding over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and through Gig Harbor; participants may also opt for one day instead. Another organized ride through the area is The Peninsula Metric in June, and if you’re looking for serious competition, check out the Gig Harbor Circuit Race that is part of the Lake Washington Velo Circuit Race Series.
BEST PLACES TO GO ...
Harbor 1 I Gig Waterfront:
2 I Cushman Trail
: This 5-mile walking and biking trail meanders through Gig Harbor from the Narrows Bridge to Gig Harbor North with rolling hills, smooth pavement and easy accessibility.
This beautiful walk around Gig Harbor Bay is two miles round trip. Enjoy beautiful scenery and heritage and environmental markers as well as parks and open spaces along the way. LESLIE SMITH ©
www.gigharborguide.com
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