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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
1786 Wayzata Blvd, Long Lake MN
Half · 5K
46–60°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
51–67°F
dry
2024
52–78°F
dry
2023
38–55°F
dry
2022
45–67°F
dry
2021
55–67°F
rain
2020
49–62°F
dry
2019
46–62°F
rain
2018
38–46°F
rain
2017
36–52°F
dry
2016
52–70°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Cloudy · 68–86°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 68°F · 1% chance of rain · wind up to 22 mph
About this race
Gear Western Country Half Marathon and Borton Volvo 5k
Date: Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Event Overview
The Gear Western Country Half Marathon and Borton Volvo 5k is a small town event with a big time feel. Our course offers you a taste of Minnesota with quiet country roads, rolling hills, lakes, and crushed limestone trails.
After finishing, linger for some unique western themed post race refreshments, and of course awards! We will be hanging out, having fun, and cheering on every participant.
Location
Gear West Ski and Bike - 1786 W. Wayzata Blvd. Long Lake, MN 55356
Schedule
- Packet Pickup/Late Registration: Friday Noon-6pm
- Day of Packet Pickup/Registration: Saturday 6:30am-8:15am
- Gear Western Half Marathon: 8:30am
- Borton Volvo 5k: 9:00am
Borton Volvo 5k Awards: 10:00am
Gear Western Half Marathon Awards: 10:30am
Party/Cheer on EVERY Finisher: 9:15-Noon
Awards/Swag
- Top 3 Overall Awards: (5k and Half)
- 5 Year Age Groups: (5k and Half) (19 & Under, and 70+)
- Spirit Award/Best Western Outfit: (Special Bonus Award if you run in Cowboy boots!)
- Red Lantern Award:
Event Registration
For more details and registration, visit: Gear Western Country Half Marathon and Borton Volvo 5k Registration.
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