One of 1stmarathonplan.com’s objectives is to bring the premier running communication to the front.  When I browsed the web for running clubs, specifically in Arizona, I was amazed how many running clubs and running associations there were.  But amongst all that clutter there still stands a star shining through.  The Arizona Road Racers.  Though the club has had its ups and downs over the years through the diligent work of the current board and President Steve Finkelstein the club has endured.

The club was incorporated in November, 1970, as a non-profit organization to promote running for health and fitness and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.  While the membership has decreased gradually over the years, the attendance at club races has gradually increased.  Steve took over as president a few years back during one of the clubs transitions and through the boards hard work and Steve stabling presents from the past to the future, the club stand solid and is starting to show new growth.

The Arizona Road Racers stages 14 races to the running community in Arizona on an annual basis to both members and non members and is available for hire to stage races for other organizations.   We offer free entry to kids 17 and under at races (t-shirt not included) as long as the kids pre-register.

For those that decide to join as members the benefits include:

• Discounts at business like Buchbinder Podiatry, the Runner’s Den, the New Strapped Jock, Performance Footwear, Roadrunner Sports and RunAZ
• Quality race with results appearing on this web site usually on the same day
• Free weekly coaching sessions are available at Rose Mofford Sports Complex and Scottsdale Community College.
• Camaraderie and fellowship of a nice bunch of runners
• Bimonthly issues of the ROADRACER containing results, stories and pictures

As mention above, if you have a local event you want it ran professionally the Arizona Road Racers specialize in timing races using the ChampionChip technology.  Your event will be be very professionally timed and with your organization and ARR’s experience and partnership your to event  will be a  success.

You can also follow Azroadracers on twitter