Runcations

You’re a competitive masters runner or triathlete looking to break into the next level – local elite, national or international. Or you simply want to prove to yourself or others what you can achieve this side of 40. Or you just want to step things up in preparation for a big race. Or you fancy running a local race like the BolderBoulder or one of Lee Troop’s events. Then you, perhaps with partner or a few friends, should come to Boulder for a runcation where running is the vacation. We can advise on how to organize a trip, maximizing the value of your trip while saving money.

Why Boulder?

Aside from Boulder being a great place to live in or visit it’s also one of the best places anywhere to have a running vacation. It’s at the optimal altitude of 5,500 feet, with easy access to elevations over 8,000 feet, has great weather, has an incredible running community and corresponding ‘support system’, has many great places to train from track through to unpaved roads and rugged trails, and has lots to see and do.

Advice – Running

We and some local Boulder based running friends can help you organize your runcation. That way you’ll get the most out of it and maybe save money. We’ll advise you on training at altitude as well as help connect you with local runners, the premier masters running club Boulder Road Runners, a leading distance coach, physical therapist, footwear and apparel specialist, strength trainer, nutritionist and more. All what you need to help you realize your potential. And not forgetting it’s a vacation we can advise you on Boulder’s must see vacation checklist.

Advice – Accommodation, Transport and Catering 

We can advise help accommodate you at suitable hotels, like this one, or Airbnb. We can advise on how best to get to and from Denver International Airport (DIA), as well as get around the Boulder area by public transit or hire car. We can advise on the best places to buy groceries. And we can advise on the best coffee bars and restaurants incluing popular haunts of runners like

Sample of Runs and Workouts

To get a sense of what runs might be on the menu here’s a selection of my favorite runs:

• Mid-long run on semi-rugged gently undulating trails;
• Tempo on unpaved roads;
• Long run on semi-rugged hilly trails;
• Short run on good trails; and
• Easy run on unpaved roads.

Boulder Running is a great resource for all things running in Boulder while this site serves as a guide to the trail running in the area.

We charge $250 for a one hour consultation via MS Teams. We guarantee this will greatly improve your experience and save you money.

If interested please contact us at holmfirthharrier@hotmail.com.