Classic Ontario Trail Race Returns with New Name and Organizers — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
After a seven-year hiatus, the Run for the Toad returns as the Hustle at Pinehurst. Straw Dog Racing hosts the event on Oct. 4, preserving the original course. The race offers 12.5K, 25K, 50K, and 50K relay options.
Organizers aim to maintain the Run for the Toad's community spirit. The event includes food trucks, a meal voucher, and a recovery zone. Registration prices remain unchanged from 2019. Read more trail coverage.
A bench along the course honors the original organizers, George and Peggy Sarson. The race expects strong competition, especially in the men's 50K, with elite runners participating. Related: Zach Miller Reflects on UTMB Return After Two-Year Hiatus.
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The Hustle at Pinehurst revives the Run for the Toad legacy. After a seven-year hiatus, the Run for the Toad returns as the Hustle at Pinehurst. Straw Dog Racing hosts the event on Oct. 4, preserving the original course. The race offers 12.5K, 25K, 50K, and 50K relay options.
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Runner World published this brief on August 31, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated August 31, 2026.
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