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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.

»Special Events

March Madness Course Preview on Saturday, February 22

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Join Fast Track on a moderately paced run along the scenic March Madness Half Marathon course.
Location:
Cary-Grove High School
Map & Directions:
Google Maps
Route Map:
13.1 miles Route Map
Time:
7:30 AM
Park & meet at the Cary Grove High School parking lot off First Street just north of Three Oaks Road.

After the run, join us for breakfast at Broken Oar in Port Barrington.

CARA Awards Party on Saturday, February 22

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Join the Fast Track Racing Team in celebrating the close of the 2024 racing season!

CARA will recognize Chicagoland's best at the CARA Circuit Awards Party. Team and individual awards will be presented.

The party is scheduled for Saturday, February 22 from 6 P.M. until 9 PM.
Location:
Good Times Brewery
Map & Directions:
Google Maps
Time:
6:00 PM
Tickets are $40 which includes food & beverage.


Check out the CARA Awards Party Registration page to register and official event page for more information.

American Legion Run & Buffet on Sunday, March 2

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Join Fast Track for some winter/spring running in fabulous Arlington Heights, with routes from 5 - 10 miles, meeting at the American Legion Post 208!

Join us after the run for an ALL YOU CAN EAT breakfast buffet for only $12 + cash bar for adults & $6 for vets and kids.
Location:
American Legion Post 208
Map & Directions:
Google Maps
Time:
8:00 AM
Run starts at 8 AM.
Plenty of parking along Douglas Ave.

Please avoiding parking in the 12 spots located closest to the entrance. That way they will be available for our Veterans.

There will be a place to stay warm while we wait to start and afterwards

» Next Team Competition Race

Sunday, March 16, 2025
 8:35 AM: March Madness Half Marathon
Distance: Half-Marathon
Town: Cary, IL		 Login or become a member to see planned participants
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Location: CaryGrove High School
Address: 2208 Three Oaks Road
Additional information: The half marathon course has been dubbed the most challenging in Northern Illinois and an excellent training race for spring marathons. All miles will be accurately marked with a sign marker. Water and a performance drink will be provided at approximate 2.5 mile intervals and at the finish line. There will be a Chronomix timed finish line. Washrooms on course at 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 and 10 miles. Brick washrooms at conservation area will also be open. Strollers, scooters, bikes, roller blades or skates and dogs are not allowed on the course. Headphones are not recommended as roads are open to traffic. Course will close with a 3 hour time limit at 11:35 AM. All runners that do not make the 8 mile mark by 10:35 AM (15 minute pace) will be turned early for their finish. We reserve the right to end the race early if bad weather threatens the safety of the runners. No Refunds or Deferrals!

The course map can be found online. Here's the direct link:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/as1lbn30rdjf03y7ygy49/2018MarchMadness-map.pdf?rlkey=x320h5afgqrqqnbalvzib8oat&dl=0
Registration Fee: $75
Race website: https://www.hillstriders.com/march-madness-half-marathon.html
Online Registration: https://raceroster.com

»Team Apparel

Team Swag Now Available on Threadless!

Pick up your favorite items, the shop never closes.