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Fast Track Racing Team is a Chicago area running club for all runners to share and continue their personal journeys and running experiences. Whether it's training, racing, pacing, or having fun, the team strives to inspire. The team operates collectively as a whole for the purposes of providing a fulfilling and enriching experience regardless of ability. Since becoming a team in 2009, Fast Track has netted CARA Team CHAMPION ("Combined Club" category) status in 8 of the 16 years we've competed in the CARA Runners' Choice Circuit, including the 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 seasons. We've also won the Men's Open Club Category in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2023 seasons.

Registration for the 2025 Team is now open!

Annual Dues: Membership costs $25 and is good through December 31, 2025.

Membership Benefits

  • Wednesday Night Track Workout
  • Access to member-only events like the October Pasta Party and the December End-of-the-Year Celebration
  • Access to the Team's tent at Team Races
  • Access to the Team's Facebook group
  • Access to members-only features and content on the Team's website
  • Ability to purchase Team singlet and other Team gear

Although centered in Schaumburg, runners from both the City and suburbs are welcome to join the Fast Track Racing Team. The strength of this team is the Power of the Group philosophy. Our runners train and compete in road races and marathons, as well as serve as pace leaders for many races, as a team.

» Next Team Competition Race

Sunday, August 17, 2025
CARA 2025 Circuit Race Race ID: 2912 7:30 AM: Lake Zurich Alpine Races
Longest Race: 10 Mile
2nd Longest: 5K 
Town: Lake Zurich, IL		 Login or become a member to see planned participants
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Location: Breezewald Park
Address: 125 N Old Rand Rd
Additional information: The Alpine Runners of Lake Zurich proudly present the 45th Annual Lake Zurich Alpine Races! The Alpine Races 5k and 10-mile courses are USATF certified. The races run through the streets and along the shores of beautiful Lake Zurich. Gatorade and Water will be available along the course. No dogs, strollers, bikes, or rollerblades are allowed in the races please. Keeping with the Race Industry standard, the Alpine Races will not issue refunds or defer for registration made online, by mail, or on race weekend.

The Alpine Runners 10 Mile Run is the 2025 Illinois RRCA Championship 10 Mile Run and a 2025 CARA Racing Circuit Race.
Registration Fee: $70
Race website: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/LakeZurich/AlpineRaceshttps://runsignup.com/Race/IL/LakeZurich/AlpineRaces
Online Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=70070https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=70070

Fast Track Cross Country Open

Sunday, November 9, 2025 @ 8:30 AM

Relive the glory days of the cross country season or experience running on grass for the first time on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at this fun, 3-Mile MacNider cross country course! Open to all ages and abilities.

There is an optional team competition for both levels, with men's and women's divisions for each race.

*We are proud to announce that this race has been named to the CARA Chicago Racing Circuit again for 2025.*

Be sure to register today and use the $5 discount code available on the Member Discount Code page.

Spikes are recommended but not required. We recommend picking up new spikes or a trail shoe from our local friends and Team Sponsor, Xtra Mile Running!
EVENT TIMELINE
• 8:30 AM // Event Day Packet Pick Up Opens at the Fast Track Racing Team tent
• 9:50 AM // Women’s Race lines up
• 10:00 AM // Women’s Race Start
• 10:40 AM // Men’s Race lines up
• 10:45 AM // Men’s Race Start*
• Age Group Awards will follow as result times come in.

* Please note the race start times may change slightly, depending on the conclusion of the preceding race.

»Team Apparel

Team Swag Available on Threadless!

Pick up your favorite items, the shop never closes.