Rockland Rad Run
- Date Sun 6th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Mertztown, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.10 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Rockland Rad Run, taking place on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in the scenic Mertztown, Berks, Pennsylvania! This vibrant event invites participants to embrace the beauty of the great outdoors as they navigate through the rugged terrain of Forever Farm. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for some fun, choose your preferred distance and challenge yourself on the technical trails that promise an unforgettable adventure.
The excitement doesn’t stop there! The festivities kick off the day before with the Radsport Offroad Mountain Bike races on Saturday, April 5th, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Spectators are encouraged to come out, enjoy the atmosphere, and even scout the course after the bike races wrap up. With free camping available on-site at Forever Farm, it’s the perfect opportunity to make a weekend of it! After the race, join the after-party featuring live music, delicious food from Bright Path Brewing and PorchTea Kombucha, and refreshing drinks for all runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling event where running, nature, and community come together for an unforgettable experience!
The excitement doesn’t stop there! The festivities kick off the day before with the Radsport Offroad Mountain Bike races on Saturday, April 5th, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Spectators are encouraged to come out, enjoy the atmosphere, and even scout the course after the bike races wrap up. With free camping available on-site at Forever Farm, it’s the perfect opportunity to make a weekend of it! After the race, join the after-party featuring live music, delicious food from Bright Path Brewing and PorchTea Kombucha, and refreshing drinks for all runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling event where running, nature, and community come together for an unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
Rockland Rad Run is where the quaint Pennsylvania woods come alive. Choose your distance and discover the course as it unfurls through the rolling, rugged terrain a technical tango with nature. Rockland Rad Run is held at Forever Farm on Sunday, April 6th. as part of a weekend of festivities which kicks off with the Radsport Offroad Mountain Bike races from 9am-3pm Saturday April 5th.
We encourage you to come out and spectate Saturday, enjoy the amenities, and even get a scouting lap out on the course after the bike racing ends. Want to race both? Learn more here and make a weekend of it! Free camp sites available at Forever Farm Saturday night.
REGISTRATION FEES:
Pricing increase of $5 on March 11, 2025. Day of reg $10 extra. Junior runners, up to 16, get 50% discount on their run fee.
PARKING
Use the field on the corner of Five Points and Fredricksville Road. Use 292 Fredricksville Road for your Google Maps. Please park in the field!
Porta Potties are available in the parking location and finish lineno public relief zones.
Please plan your pre-race ritual to include picking up your number if you do not already have it.
AFTER RACE FESTIVITIES
Were kicking off spring with a party in the woods. The tunes are fly, the food is fresh, and the beer will flow. Bring your friends and family out to cheer you on as you tackle some of Pennsylvanias finest technical trails.
Food and drink provided by our friends at Bright Path Brewing, PorchTea Kombucha
Runners get a free drink and a meal!
AWARDS
Top 3 M/F - Unique Award
Finisher award - medal / other.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Day of Registration IS AVAILABLE +$10. We accept Venmo and Cash payments and credit cards
Check-in Opens: 8:00am / Racing Starts: 9:00am / After party Starts: 9:30am / Awards presented when categories are closed.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
In the event of an event cancellation, we will email all participants by 5pm on Friday, April 4th. Refunds will be processed for race entry fee to everyone who purchases event insurance at the time of their registration.
There is no rain date.
So lace up your trail shoes, bring your sense of adventure. Rad Run Trail Fest is where your winter training pays off, and your love of nature meets your love of a good, tough run. See you at the starting linewhere the only thing guaranteed is a great story to tell at the finish!
We encourage you to come out and spectate Saturday, enjoy the amenities, and even get a scouting lap out on the course after the bike racing ends. Want to race both? Learn more here and make a weekend of it! Free camp sites available at Forever Farm Saturday night.
REGISTRATION FEES:
Pricing increase of $5 on March 11, 2025. Day of reg $10 extra. Junior runners, up to 16, get 50% discount on their run fee.
PARKING
Use the field on the corner of Five Points and Fredricksville Road. Use 292 Fredricksville Road for your Google Maps. Please park in the field!
Porta Potties are available in the parking location and finish lineno public relief zones.
Please plan your pre-race ritual to include picking up your number if you do not already have it.
AFTER RACE FESTIVITIES
Were kicking off spring with a party in the woods. The tunes are fly, the food is fresh, and the beer will flow. Bring your friends and family out to cheer you on as you tackle some of Pennsylvanias finest technical trails.
Food and drink provided by our friends at Bright Path Brewing, PorchTea Kombucha
Runners get a free drink and a meal!
AWARDS
Top 3 M/F - Unique Award
Finisher award - medal / other.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Day of Registration IS AVAILABLE +$10. We accept Venmo and Cash payments and credit cards
Check-in Opens: 8:00am / Racing Starts: 9:00am / After party Starts: 9:30am / Awards presented when categories are closed.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
In the event of an event cancellation, we will email all participants by 5pm on Friday, April 4th. Refunds will be processed for race entry fee to everyone who purchases event insurance at the time of their registration.
There is no rain date.
So lace up your trail shoes, bring your sense of adventure. Rad Run Trail Fest is where your winter training pays off, and your love of nature meets your love of a good, tough run. See you at the starting linewhere the only thing guaranteed is a great story to tell at the finish!
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sun 6th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$59.30
Course is a rolling and rugged mix of rocks, roots, and smooth single track. -
10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sun 6th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$48.70
Course is a rolling and rugged mix of rocks, roots, and smooth single track. -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 6th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Course is a rolling and rugged mix of rocks, roots, and smooth single track.
Rockland Rad Run