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TESTIMONIALS

What Runners Are Saying...

Our races are all about the participants, runners, and volunteers, and the experience they have with our race. After every race, we do a feedback survey to help us understand how we did, how we can improve our future races, and hear what the runners and volunteers thought about their experience. We got a ton of responses and great feedback, overall it is clear that everyone had a spectacular experience.

But don't take our word for it. Read a few of the testimonials below directly from the runners.

Huge thank you to everyone who participated, this race would not be possible without you. SPACEROCK ♥ you!

Average Rating

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  • Volunteers
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Holly Baez

Holly Baez

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 9280 | Year 2023

My 2nd time running this 10K, and it's so tough, but definitely worth it. The hills are really challenging, but I feel very accomplished afterwards.

Dennis Dyer

Dennis Dyer

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3027 | Year 2023

2nd year running this race. It’s been a great experience. The course, crews, swag/medals are…out of this world!

Kelly Elsasser

Kelly Elsasser

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4042 | Year 2023

I came and conquered.

Caroline Castillo Shahin

Caroline Castillo Shahin

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3006 | Year 2023

This course is the toughest. Challenged me since the end had more hills than in the past.

Wendi Anderson

Wendi Anderson

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 9139 | Year 2023

Vasquez Rocks offered an amazing backdrop for a very challenging and fun race. The volunteers and positive race vibes were awesome!

Candace Gonzalez

Candace Gonzalez

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3009 | Year 2023

Super challenging and beautiful half marathon+ race.

Evelyn Brown

Evelyn Brown

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5027 | Year 2023

One of the "funnest" local races in the LA area! I do this every year, and see pals from across running clubs, across communities, some friends I see only a few times a year, and I make some new friends every year. With no age group awards, the pressure is off and I know that any goals to achieve, other than climbing that last dang-blasted hill, are those that I have set for myself. So, I get to enjoy the scenery at every turn and every elevation.

Sirous Shahin

Sirous Shahin

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3007 | Year 2023

It is a dream and well-organized race: the race course, scenery, participants, aid stations, and overall finishing reception were exceptional.

Charity Pierce

Charity Pierce

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 9135 | Year 2023

New Global Adventures are the best they have excellently done above and beyond in every aspect of race directing. They are friendly and warm with each and every person they come in contact with.They make sure that I feel valued and I appreciate them very much.

Jasper Mann

Jasper Mann

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 9120 | Year 2023

The best race I’ve ever done.

Mayra Murillo

Mayra Murillo

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3008 | Year 2023

This new course was the most challenged I've ever been.

Blanca Silva

Blanca Silva

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 1143 | Year 2023

Siempre un reto la ruta.

Hailey Clark

Hailey Clark

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1017 | Year 2023

Awesome race!

Karen Reel

Karen Reel

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5080 | Year 2023

This was a well-organized race from start to finish. The color-coded race flags were well placed, and the volunteers cheered us on when it was hard. I liked the 20-minute spacing between groups so that friends of different races could finish around the same time.

Bruce Kromray

Bruce Kromray

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3208 | Year 2023

Awesome!

Jonathan Andrade

Jonathan Andrade

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4030 | Year 2023

I'd only ever heard about SPACEROCK before finally signing up. So glad I did! I've been missing out for years! We'll definitely be back next year. The vibes were out of this world.

Cary Thompson

Cary Thompson

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3196 | Year 2023

Great race as always, well organized!

Idalia Gonzalez

Idalia Gonzalez

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3170 | Year 2023

It’s heartbreaking views and harder race I ever participated.the volunteers were helpful . I will do it again

Luisa Rivas

Luisa Rivas

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3213 | Year 2023

A challenging race that definitely boost your soul!

Kyler Bock

Kyler Bock

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3183 | Year 2023

Wow did those hills suck...sign me up for next year! Such a fun and challenging race that is bolstered by the amazing swag, aid stations, and volunteers.

Tracy Tucker-Georges

Tracy Tucker-Georges

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1036 | Year 2023

This is my first time doing this race, and I was pretty impressed overall!

Ana Farrell

Ana Farrell

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5172 | Year 2023

Strenuous trail with natural obstacles such as, sand, grass, dirt, small and big rocks, hills and slippery downhills. And of course, the scenery is magical. Next-to-last, great race volunteers! Thank you.

Linh Phuong

Linh Phuong

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4092 | Year 2023

The addition of the 15k course was the perfect challenge for someone like me who is on her way to the half!

Cassandra Fisher

Cassandra Fisher

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1027 | Year 2023

The course was beautiful and very challenging, lots of hills. Definitely must watch your footing!

Tess Willhelm

Tess Willhelm

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3025 | Year 2023

This was by far the hardest Half marathon I have ever done. Such a challenge, but so much fun!

Kathryn Nichol

Kathryn Nichol

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3097 | Year 2023

Train! Train for hills. It’s a beautiful but brutal course. Nearly 14 miles, with about 5 on PCT. Cool swag!

Erick Munoz

Erick Munoz

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4077 | Year 2023

SPACEROCK is a great race, and is put on by great people.

Peter Noyes

Peter Noyes

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3178 | Year 2023

It was a very well run race and a challenging course. Normally this quality of production is found at much longer events so I was very pleasantly surprised.

Sandy Adams

Sandy Adams

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5154 | Year 2023

After running SPACEROCK each year, sometimes 10K, others 5K, and even the virtual, each time it has been an experience I can't wait to do again. This year, not far off of knee surgery, it was more like rehab time, and even so, I would do it all over again, even with the balance issues. YES!

Felix Martinez

Felix Martinez

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4010 | Year 2023

It is a great experience!

Darren Phan

Darren Phan

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5007 | Year 2023

Just an incredible run throughout a beautiful place. The staff and crew were out of this world. First class all the way. My 4th years in a row and will be back next year of course!

Jenny Allen

Jenny Allen

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 1061 | Year 2023

This race venue is out of this world, no pun intended, lol .. the whole event was fabulous, it ran unbelievably smoothly, everybody was unbelievably nice it was just a really great morning.

Alexandra Weinsten

Alexandra Weinsten

Avg. Rating | Distance 15K | BIB 4014 | Year 2023

Loved the course! Challenging but fun. Also the medal is so fun!

Rachael Beckmann

Rachael Beckmann

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 9213 | Year 2023

Had so much fun! Best trail run so far!

Leesa Clark

Leesa Clark

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5104 | Year 2023

My first 5k Trail/Run Walk and thoroughly enjoyed the course.

Sean Zerbe

Sean Zerbe

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3151 | Year 2023

I race trail and OCR Races many times a month, and I have to say that you all put on some of the most challenging races I have ever done. Great staff, volunteers, and swag!

Chantal Cravens

Chantal Cravens

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1023 | Year 2023

I have run every race since the inaugural race. This year’s 10K was a butt kicking race! Single track and technical. I liked it. It was fun to know what was coming on the second loop.

Neil Viray

Neil Viray

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5105 | Year 2023

The SPACEROCK trail, it's difficult and challenging. It's an extra ordinary marathon.

Catherine Christ

Catherine Christ

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3040 | Year 2022

By far my favorite race, it's so challenging but so fun & rewarding. I love the volunteers and love the course. Everyone, runners and volunteers alike, are so kind and happy. The whole process, from getting your gear to finishing the race and follow up emails & photos are just amazing and makes me want to come back year after year!

Tiffany Lamb

Tiffany Lamb

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3056 | Year 2022

Spacerock Trail Race is no joke. This is not a casual race to just get out there and run. You NEED training and you NEED strength to climb. But it was the most fun and welcoming race I have ever done. I felt like part of a race family and it was my first time ever. Each volunteer was extremely supportive. The course is very well marked and the aid stations are very nourishing. Very well put together race and super informative emails sent leading up to race day.

George Bock

George Bock

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3196 | Year 2022

This was my first time running Spacerock Half Marathon and it did not disappoint!!! It was everything I was expecting and then some. Beautiful location, VERY challenging and great people and am looking forward to next year.

Ann Bergstrom

Ann Bergstrom

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3227 | Year 2022

Everything about this race was right. Well organized, easy parking, great course and beautiful scenery. Loved it!

Hailey Clark

Hailey Clark

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5217 | Year 2022

Great race! The scenery was beautiful. Very difficult hill climbs but worth it.

Luisa Rivas

Luisa Rivas

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3021 | Year 2022

Spacerock gives you a majestically feeling as if you are in Nirvana!

Laurie Hendron

Laurie Hendron

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3020 | Year 2022

Finally got the chance to run SPACEROCK Trail Race Wow.wow.wow. So challenging - the climbing was intense! But at the same time, it was gorgeous with such interesting terrain. And there was some downhill single track that was a blast! I highly recommend this race .

Thomas Post

Thomas Post

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3191 | Year 2022

Epic trail run. Challenging terrain and beautiful rock formations everywhere you look. Those last 2 miles hit like a mo fo… It ain’t over till a dancing dinosaur gives you a high five!

Roy Peterson

Roy Peterson

Avg. Rating | Volunteer | Year 2022

Having climbed those hills the past 3 races, I volunteered this year as I regularly volunteer at Valencia and thought I would see how things went at Spacerock from the other side. I had a twinge of jealousy as the runners came across the finish line. But the volunteers I met and the excitement as I was able to cheer on the runners were more than enough to overcome that twinge. New Global Adventures puts on the best races and I look forward to being a part of them for many years to come, both behind the scenes and on the trails.

Louis CoffeeMeyer

Louis CoffeeMeyer

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3154 | Year 2022

I mean, homemade mini-cookies after the Mega Hill? I'm already signing up for next year!

Lara Ray

Lara Ray

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3130 | Year 2022

If you're looking to challenge yourself, then you've come to the right race. Steep hills, single track trails, dark tunnels, unpredictable weather...you need to come prepared for anything and everything!

Daniel Castillo

Daniel Castillo

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3041 | Year 2022

BRUTAL BUT FUN HALF MARATHON!

Roger Strong

Roger Strong

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5119 | Year 2022

Fun, challenging course! Get out there and try this race!

Sabrina Percario

Sabrina Percario

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1073 | Year 2022

This was my first time as a runner! Spacerock trail race made my first experience a wonderful time! It was incredible! Can't wait for my next time.

Dennis Dyer

Dennis Dyer

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3183 | Year 2022

This was my 1st time running Spacerock, but it won’t be the last! It was an amazing time! The crew was absolutely wonderful. They were friendly, helpful, and motivating. The half-marathon was a challenging, but beautiful course. Thank you to all the crew!

Sylvie Dier

Sylvie Dier

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3144 | Year 2022

Keep fighting up the hills!

Phillip Aronoff

Phillip Aronoff

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5142 | Year 2022

This is a great event, and the course is very challenging.

Kate Townsend

Kate Townsend

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5005 | Year 2022

Another super race! I haven’t missed one yet and have had a great time at every one!

Maria Elena Lopez Cattini

Maria Elena Lopez Cattini

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3131 | Year 2022

Once again, a wonderfully well run, fun, and challenging race. Can always count on these guys to put on a great event!

Elizabeth Guzman

Elizabeth Guzman

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3160 | Year 2022

Great race! I would definitely run it again. Hilly.

Holly Baxter

Holly Baxter

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5218 | Year 2022

Once again, a wonderfully well run, fun, and challenging race. Can always count on these guys to put on a great event!

Michael Coburn

Michael Coburn

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3048 | Year 2022

The whole experience was amazing. The event was well organized and the volunteers were definitely out of this world. Can’t wait for next year.

Rebecca Waldorf

Rebecca Waldorf

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5040 | Year 2022

My first trail race, and I’ve gotta say, it set the bar super high. Spectacular views. Friendly and helpful volunteers. Positive, supportive energy from other runners. Such Good Food!! Will absolutely be making this an annual part of my calendar. Thanks for putting on such a fun event!!

Marcella Guzman

Marcella Guzman

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1095 | Year 2022

This course made me earn this medal! It was tough, but great! The views were just amazing. I am so glad I did it and that I stopped to look up every now and then to take it all in.

Pavel Tumik

Pavel Tumik

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3096 | Year 2022

Great race!

Wanetta Roetcisoender

Wanetta Roetcisoender

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3207 | Year 2022

I loved seeing runners of all ages and abilities out there giving it their best. Trail runners are some of the nicest people!

Steven Sessions

Steven Sessions

Avg. Rating | Distance 5K | BIB 5139 | Year 2022

Had a great time. Thanks to all the organizers and volunteers!

David Neill

David Neill

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1206 | Year 2022

Race well run all runners seemed to be in a very happy mood. Course directions and sign were perfect.

Genesis Barnes

Genesis Barnes

Avg. Rating | Distance 10K | BIB 1083 | Year 2022

Such an awesome vibe with incredible views.

Sara Heckel

Sara Heckel

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB 3061 | Year 2021

Ridiculously challenging but immensely satisfying with great swag and great volunteers

Oscar Torres

Oscar Torres

Avg. Rating | Distance Half Marathon | BIB A great trail race with amazing views. | Year 2022

A great trail race with amazing views.

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