2026 Summer Challenge
Make friends, get some miles in, and have fun all summer!
In collaboration with Fleet Feet Roanoke.
You don't have to be the fastest runner to win! There are five categories and the winner of each category will receive a FREE pair of shoes from Fleet Feet Roanoke!
The 2026 Summer Mileage Challenge is three months of community-driven movement, brought to you by Christiansburg Run Club and Fleet Feet Roanoke. Whether you're racking up miles on the trail, pushing a stroller on the Huckleberry, or just showing up and saying hello, there's a place for you in this challenge.
You don’t have to be local, either! We want to encourage people from all over to join us and get active this summer. If you win, you’ll have to pick up your prize at Fleet Feet in Roanoke, Virginia, though!
June 21st, 2026 — September 21st, 2026
How to Join
Sign up by July 1st, 2026 (Miles count starting June 21st)
Follow the Christiansburg Run Club and Fleet Feet Roanoke Facebook pages
Log your activities on Strava when applicable
Prize Categories
Each category winner will receive a FREE pair of shoes from Fleet Feet Roanoke. Winners must be able to pick up prizes from Fleet Feet Roanoke or gift them to someone local.
Most Miles: Any intentional run, walk, or hike logged on Strava counts.
Most Elevation: For the hill lovers, mountain goats, trail runners, and climbers. Go chase the hills.
Most Stroller Miles: Track your stroller-specific activities and submit your total at the end of the challenge.
Most People Met While Running:
Go meet the running community, wherever you are.
To count someone, go for a run, walk, or hike and collect either:
A selfie
A signature
A social media handle
Each person only counts once. We’ll verify the results for finalists. Keep this category honest: you need to have actually met each person and walked or run with them.
Random Drawing: One winner will be selected randomly from all participants because everyone belongs in this community!
This challenge is about more than miles. It's about showing up, moving your body, and being part of something bigger than any single run. We hope you'll join us this summer!