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Hoka Demo Run/Walk
Grace from Hoka will be joining us for our Saturday morning fun run/walk. She will have the Mach 7 and Speedgoat 7 demo shoes to try before you buy!
- All abilities welcome.
- Please arrive early for best selection.
- Runners/walkers leave the store promptly at 7:30am
Dirt Circus Chicago 2026
📢 Chicago trail fam – UltraSignup’s Dirt Circus returns! 🎪
We’re bringing the party back to the Midwest with our friends at @therunningdepot in Crystal Lake for a morning of dirt, community, and pure trail stoke.
📅 May 30, 2026 | FREE Event
📍 The Running Depot | Crystal Lake, IL
Whether you’re trail-curious or trail-obsessed, come hang out with your people and celebrate the wild side of running:
👟 Inclusive group run – all paces, all faces welcome
🤝 Meet local Race Directors, brands, and fellow dirt enthusiasts
🎉 Games, laughs, food, plenty of time to connect and learn about new local races
🎁 Raffle + giveaways featuring race entries, gear, and surprises
No pressure, no podiums – just good company and dirty shoes.
Costumes absolutely welcome. Weird is encouraged. Smiles are inevitable. Bring a friend (or make a dozen).
Big thanks to our sponsors @precisionfandh @drinklmnt @gowithsilo 🪅
Join the Dirt Circus community on Facebook to stay in the loop!
📸 @misty.dawns
#DirtCircus #ChicagoTrailRunning #CrystalLakeIL
Saucony Demo Run/Walk
Garmin Holiday Promo
Shaheeda from Saucony will be joining us for our Saturday morning fun run/walk. She’ll have the Endorphin Azura and Guide 19 demo shoes to try before you buy!
- All abilities welcome.
- Please arrive early for best selection.
- Runners/walkers leave the store promptly at 7:30am
5K TRAINING PROGRAM
MEET YOUR COACH
SHAWN TEGTMEIER
Shawn Tegtmeier is a full – time Certified Personal Trainer and the author of Running With Walt. She has certifications in Corrective Exercise, Fitness Nutrition, Small Group Training, Behavior Modification and CPR. Before all of her certifications, she was a self – proclaimed chain – smoking couch potato. Never enjoyed sports of any kind while growing up in Crystal Lake, IL, with her parents, three siblings, and a variety of pets.
In the late 90s, early 2000s she had a shocking realization that she smelled like a dirty ashtray. It was this first milestone, when she was able to successfully quit her beloved nicotine friends she felt empowered. With her newfound courage, she felt brave enough to attempt other endeavors she had never thought of, or really thought possible.
In 2007, Shawn started the BAm training programs at her favorite local running store, The Running Depot. Since then, she has successfully coached hundreds of people (of all abilities) across the finish line!
Shawn continues to try new things, loving every minute of it while always enjoying life to the fullest.
LULULEMON FUN RUN
✨Mark your calendars!✨
Join us for a Lululemon Fun Run with The Running Depot + Sloan Coaching 🏃♀️🚶♂️
📅 Wednesday, October 8th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 The Running Depot
We’ll have both a run group and a walkers group—all paces welcome! 🙌
🎁 Bonus: Everyone who registers + attends has the chance to receive a lululemon surprise & delight 👀✨
🥤 Stick around after the run for apps & refreshments with the crew!
Stay tuned for course maps coming soon! 👟
Labor Day Store Hours
Cross Country Student Athlete Special
LULULEMON AT THE RUNNING DEPOT
Exciting News!
We are now an Official Lululemon Authorized Retailer. Discover the latest must-have Lululemon gear — available now in-store. Come see what everyone’s raving about!
Dirt Circus Chicago 2025 | Crystal Lake
Attention all Chicago area trail lovers! Dirt Circus is rolling into town with The Running Depot in Crystal Lake!
September 13, 2025 | FREE Event
The Running Depot | Crystal Lake, IL
All paces group run
Good vibes and lots of time for connecting with local Race Directors – learning about new races, your favorite brands, and friends!
Giveaways + a raffle packed with prizes like race entries, gear, and more!
Follow @dirtcircus + @ultrasignup for updates and join the Dirt Circus community on Facebook!
100 Mile Challenge – Logging Miles for Shawn
Join us at the store on Wednesdays (6pm) and Saturdays (7:30am) for our weekly fun runs/walks and log your miles from May 2nd to October 31st. Each time you run/walk from the Running Depot on Wednesday or Saturday, you may log your miles to accumulate 100 miles.
A Special Milestone: The 2026 100 Mile Challenge for Shawn
For years, our 100 Mile Challenge has been about hitting the pavement, reaching personal goals, and celebrating our community. This year, the miles we log will mean something even deeper.
We are proud to announce the 2026 100 Mile Challenge is officially a tribute to our very own Shawn Tegtmeier.
As many of you know, Shawn—our coach, teammate, and dear friend—is currently facing a courageous battle against a multiple myeloma relapse. Shawn has spent years inspiring us to find our “extra mile,” and now it’s our turn to go the distance for her.
What’s Changing This Year:
- A New Purpose: While we are still logging 100 miles, the challenge will begin May 2nd and end October 31. Every step will be in honor of Shawn’s strength and resilience.
- 100% for Shawn: We’re offering an optional opportunity to donate. These funds go directly to Shawn and her family to support her through her treatment and recovery.
- Tribute Gear: Available for separate purchase, we’re offering a training shirt featuring a special “Logging Miles for Shawn” design.
Details:
- Participation is free. If you’d like to help Shawn during treatment, optional donations are welcome. Venmo: @Shawn-Tegtmeier
Zelle: 815-790-9191
Go Fund Me - Log Your Miles – Use the Google Doc (registration link above) to log your name/miles between May 2 and Oct 31.
- Tribute Gear – An optional, “Logging Miles for Shawn” T-shirt will be available for separate purchase. Use link above for more details/ordering information. Deadline to pre-order is 5/1/26. Estimated delivery of shirts is end of May.
- Raise a Glass for Shawn – Registered participants are invited to a post-event celebration at Crystal Lake Brewing on Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026 (5-8pm)
Shawn has always been the heart of The Running Depot. Let’s show her that she doesn’t run this race alone.
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