I've run the Sunset Classic 5 Miler at least 6 times but had not run it since 2013 due to my work schedule. This was the 29th anniversay of the race and it was great. 480 runners on a warm summer night. The race starts at 7:30pm. A fast scenic course

I've run this race for the past 10 years. This event attracts some very elite runners in the Classic 10K. Frank Shorter, 1972 Olympic Gold medalist returns very year from Coloroado for this event. Frank grew up in Middletown. Nice hometown feel here. I run to support Josh's team.

In 2021 the water was surprisingly warm (62F!) which made for a great swim in a wetsuit. The marine layer was thick but we were able to sight the next buoy and the course was patrolled by Cal Fire lifeguards, which was reassuring. The bike is harder than it looks! It's