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Updates and information on community events that you can participate in with BAC!
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Events around Northern California
Februrary 4, 2012 - Orient Express 4 Mile & 1 Mile Run, Chinese Camp All proceeds benefit Tuolomne County Special Olympics. Costumes encouraged. Rain or shine in the beautiful Sierra Foothills. For more information, click here. February 4, 2012 - The Gumby 10k & 5k Run/Walk, Granite Bay The course starts along the shore of Folsom Lake & after a short section on pavement, begins climbing the small hills of the shoreline for an out & back course that veers once to a scenic point along the lake & returns up some short but steep hills, with aid stations every 2 miles. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. February 4, 2012 - Jed Smith 30k, 50k & 50 Miler, Sacramento For last year’s race, we developed a new course along the American River that we believe you will really enjoy. The staging area (start/finish) is the Watt Avenue access to the American River Parkway. We found this to be a very fast course, and virtually identical to the marathon course for the 2011 World Masters Championships. This is not a trail race. The course starts out at the Watt Avenue access on the south side of the river (off La Riviera Dr). Head west on the paved bike path along the south side of the river to the Guy West Bridge. Cross the river and head east along the levee road to Howe Ave. Run under Howe Ave and proceed along the dirt road next to the levee to Watt Ave. Cross the river on the Watt Avenue bridge and return to the start. Repeat as necessary. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
This is a fast and scenic two mile loop through a community park. Each of the three person team will run the loop once. Individuals can choose to run the loop three times for the entire six mile time. There are plenty of chances to win awards (given to top 3 in each age division) & raffle prizes. Pick up your race packet at SPORTS AUTHORITY in Modesto on February 4th, 2012 from 1pm to 4pm. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
February 5, 2012 -Davis Stampede 5k, 10k & 1/2 Marathon, Davis The 30th Annual Davis Stampede will take place at Central Park. Some fun amenities for the celebration: Finisher's medals for ALL distances; post-race pancake breakfast (free for all runners), a Personalized Bib Number option, and Age Group Awards five deep (traditionally three). Plus there are the standard amenities associated with the Stampede: flat course, disposable chip timing, technical t-shirt option (men's and women's cuts) and fun runs for the kids. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. February 5, 2012 - Super Bowl Sunday 10k Run & 2-Person Relay, Sacramento Beautiful course through scenic Campus Commons, technical jersey style shirts to all entrants, cheerleaders and rockin' music, plenty of stadium-style post-race food and beverages, football-themed awards, tailgate parties are encouraged. Benefits the programs of the Sacramento Running Association, CSUS Track and Field and Arden Arcade Rotary. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. February 11, 2012 - Don Osborne Memorial Run, 5 Mile Run & 1 Mile Run/Walk,Oakdale This race begins at the Oakdale Library (G Street & South First Ave). The course is on flat, paved city streets with course monitors throughout. Homeade goodies for all participants. For more information, call Steve Knickerbocker at (209) 918-6161. To download an entry form, please click here. February 11, 2012 - Golden Gate Trail Run, 5 Mile, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon, 30k & 50k, Rodeo Beach Enjoy vistas of the Pacific Coast and of the spectacular Marin Headlands with views of Tiburon, San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. Februrary 11, 2012 - Run Between the Cities, 5k & 10k, Vacaville This race benefits the Vacaville Police Activities League which provides low cost activities to youth between the ages of 7 & 18. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, cick here.
February 11, 2012 - Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt, San Francisco This Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt is the largest and most popular treasure hunt of its kind in the United States. Its inventive clues and unique, little-known treasure spots draw thousands of spirited participants who return year after year for this exhilarating, fun-filled event. For more information, click here. To order tickets, click here.
Are you running the American River 50 Mile Race, pacing or simply interested in seeing part of the course? If so, then join us for the Run of the Month for a trip up to Auburn. We will meet at the Park 'n Ride at the Vintage Faire Mall at 6:00 am. Since there is no potable water on the course, the plan is for us to leave one vehicle with water & aid at Rattlesnake Bar on the way to the Auburn Dam Overlook (finish line for AR50). We will start at the finish of the race & everyone can run as far as they feel like going. Rattlesnake Bar is mile 40.94 on the course. If you want to run from the finish to Rattlesnake * back, this gives you a distance of close to 18 miles. If you want to run further to Horseshoe Bar, this is mile 38.14 on the course & yields a distance of almost 24 miles. If you want to run even further to Buzzard's Cove & back, this yields a distance of 30.66 miles or close to a 50k. For those who want a shorter distance, the run down to the river & back is around 6 or 7 miles. We will have a cooler with some refreshments at the finish as well. The return trip up the hill will simulate the tired feeling that we will have at the end of the race. February 12, 2012 - LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon & Half Marathon, Austin, Texas The LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon and Half Marathon® courses are USATF certified courses that run through some of Austin's most scenic and historic areas, including Lady Bird Johnson Lake, the Allandale and Hyde Park neighborhoods, Congress Avenue, the University of Texas campus, and the State Capitol complex. The gently rolling and shaded course is 90% asphalt with long straightaways and approximately 28 turns. The 26.2 course gains approximately 14 feet per mile over the first 17 miles before dropping over 33 feet per mile over the final 9 miles to the finish on Congress Avenue in the shadow of the State Capitol Building. With nearly 40 Austin bands to keep you motivated, 26 water & Gatorade stops, and Seton Health Care Systems medical teams to keep you moving, the LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon and Half Marathon® race courses are some of the best supported routes in America. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. February 18, 2012 - Escape from Folsom 10 Mile Trail Run & 5k Run/Walk, Folsum This race will feature an exciting & challenging course. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. February 18, 2012 - Race Judicata Fun Run, Clovis Chip Timing is here to stay! Tech shirts. the raffle is back by popular demand. New overall prizes. Optional breakfast after the race. Runners and walkers are encouraged to dress up as either a judge, a lawyer, a police officer, or a convict. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
Come & get some of those coveted Grand Prix points while helping to clean up the park where we run. Meet at 10:00 am in the SaveMart parking lot (Claus & Scenic).
February 19, 2012 - Chinese New Year Run: Year of the Dragon, 5k & 10k, San Francisco The Chinatown YMCA, in San Francisco's historic Chinatown, will hold their 34th Annual Chinese New Year Run. This scenic route starts at Sacramento & Grant, winds its way through Chinatown & North Beach, & finishes on Kearny between California & Sacramento. A wonderful way to see the city! For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
In conjunction with the 50th anniversary Almond Blossom Festival. The race start & finish is at the Mavis Stouffer Park. Attention: The deadline to register & receive a race shirt is February 1, 2012! To download an entry form, click here.
Movie Night featuring My Run at the State Theatre will feature guest appearance star Terry Hitchcock, who will be present for Q&A and book signing. We’re all running a marathon one way or another. Whether it is staying afloat as a single, working parent, battling a disease or trying to conquer a fear, it all involves a fight. Join us for an unforgettable, inspirational story about a man who ran 75 consecutive marathons in 75 consecutive days to raise awareness about the struggle of losing a loved one and becoming a single parent. The award-winning and critically-acclaimed documentary MY RUN is coming to Modesto.
February 25, 2012 - Chabot Trail Run, 10k, 20k, 30k & 50k, Castro Valley Enjoy views of Lake Chabot Reservoir & lush springtime hills as you travel through the eucalyptus groves, open prairies & lakeside paths. The 10k course is mostly flat & hugs the lakeshore with a short, but challenging climb at the turnaround point for commanding lake views. The 20k course travels on the official Lake Chabot bicycle loop. The 30k course will take you through a variety of landscapes & terrain, with a long downhill finish. And for the hardcore soul, there's a 50k option that does both the 30k & 20k loops. All distances start & finish at the Marina, where you can rent a boat after your run to experience the lake up close & personal. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
We encourage all members to come & give opinions on the decisions made within our club. The meeting will be held at Pikes Building, 11th & M.
The meeting will be held at Doctors Medical Center, 1441 Florida Ave., between the parking structure & the Emergency Room entrance. Social chatter 6:30 pm, pot Luck & meeting 7:00 pm.
March 3, 2012 - The Lost Trail 1/2 Marathon & 5k Run/Walk, Granite Bay The course starts along the shore of Folsom Lake & after a short section on pavement, begins climbing the small hills of the shoreline for an out & back course that veers once to a scenic point along the lake & returns up some short but steep hills, with aid stations every 2 miles.For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. March 3, 2012 - Montara Mountain Trail Run, Pacifica Montara Mountain features the only undisturbed Coastal Mountain Habitat found over 100 miles of coastline. Experience groves of Huckleberry, Honeysuckle, Lilac, Chinquapin and Manzanita, with beautiful views of the Pacific Coast as you climb. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
Avoid last minute congestion by attending the Surgical Artistry Modesto Marathon Expo featuring race packet pick-up for the full and half marathons, as well as the 5K. Late registration for the full and half marathons WILL be accepted at the Expo. However, commemorative insulated totes and technical shirts are guaranteed to the first 500 to register in the full marathon and 1700 half marathon. Late registrants ARE NOT guaranteed to receive these goodies!
Pre-race buffet style dinner from Fuzio & special guest speaker Dick Beardsley to be held at the Modesto Convention Center, 1150 Ninth Street. Tickets for dinner are $20. To purchase tickets online, click here. To purchase tickets by mail, click here. March 17, 2012 - Lucky Run 7k, 7 mile & 1/2 Marathon, Davis March: It's the month that celebrates the Official Start of Spring and St. Patrick's Day...and what a better time to get outside and exercise! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a lucky sort of way by participating in the Lucky Run of your choice. Whether you aim to go for our 7K, 7 Mile or Lucky 13 Half Marathon, come join the celebration. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
This flat, fast & Boston Qualifying course is open for 7 hours allowing first-time marathoners adequate time to finish. Goody bags including a commemorative insulated tote to the first 2000 to register for the full and half marathons. Tech-shirts guaranteed to the first 500 to register for the full and 1700 for the half marathons. Shirts and goody bags for the pre-registered 5k runners/walkers. Post race refreshments provided by our sponsors. For more information, go to www.modestomarathon.com. To register online, click here. To download an entry form, click here. March 24, 2012 - Support Oakdale Schools 1 Mile & 5k Run/Walk, Oakdale All proceeds from this event support the education of Oakdale students through teacher grants. To register online, click here. March 24, 2012 - End of the Trail 1/2 Marathon, Visalia This race is a chip timed event that features a larger expo, food at the finish, a beautiful medal and hooded sweatshirt for finishers, and more!For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. March 31, 2012 - Ayala Cove (Angel Island) Trail Run, 5 Mile, 10 Mile & 15 Mile, Tiburon Angel Island is a hilly, grass- and forest-covered island that provides spectacular views of Marin County, San Francisco, and the Golden Gate. Trails and roads circle the entire island and climb Mount Livermore. Bring the whole family and enjoy a post-run picnic at beautiful Ayala Cove. Race starts at 10:00 a.m. at Tiburon. Round-trip ferry ride cost is $13.50 and is not included in your entry fee. Ferry returns hourly at 20 minutes past the hour. Click here to purchase your ticket in advance. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 1, 2012 - Credit Union SacTown 10 Mile Run & 3 Person Relay, Sacramento Are you looking for the perfect training race for the Boston Marathon or another spring marathon (Big Sur, Eugene, Avenue of the Giants, to name a few)? Want to establish a 10-mile personal best time? Have you been training to build up your mileage? If you answer "yes" to any of these questions, then this is the race for you! Fast, fast & scenic course that starts & finishes at the State Capitol. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
April 1, 2012 - Santa Cruz 1/2 Marathon & 10k, Santa Cruz This course is set along the scenic West Cliff Drive past breathtaking vistas of the Pacific Ocean. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 7, 2012 - Grizzly Peak Trail Run, 10k, 1/2 Marathon, 30k & Marathon, Berkeley Start at Lake Anza and travel through popular Tilden Regional Park in the Berkeley hills. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 7, 2012 - Millbrae Street Scramble, Millbrae Explore the streets of Millbrae, as well as parts of Burlingame, Hillsborough & San Bruno! Thirty locations are circled on a map. On foot or bike, how many can you visit in 90 minutes? Score points by visiting checkpoints in any order & answer a simple question to prove you were there. Those who score the most are the winners! Be competitive or casual, go in a team or solo. Fun for families, runners, cyclists & anyone who likes to explore. Awards & refreshments at the finish. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
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April 14, 2012 - Hit the Streets for Hunger 5k run/walk, Manteca This event is in conjunction with the Manteca CVB Street Fair. Streets may be closed or blocked, so please allow yourself time to find parking. For more information, click here, or contact Kristen McMahan at (209)239-2091. To download an entry form, click here. April 15, 2012 - 2nd Annual Thunder Sprint Triathlon & 5k, Atwater The 5k run will start simultaneously with the swim portion of the triathlon. The course is flat. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. April 21, 2012 - Go Modo Go 1 Mile Walk, Modesto Walkers are welcome & encouraged to participate with their pets. Leashes required. Walk takes place at Elk Park, 601 W. Morris Ave. at 9:00 am. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 21 - 22, 2012 - San Luis Obispo Marathon, 1/2 Marathon & 5k, San Luis Obispo The innaugural marathon & 1/2 marathon are to be held on Earth Day, Sunday, & the 5k will be held on Saturday & will benefit Special Olympics of San Luis Obispo county. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. April 22, 2012 - Capital City Classic 5k & 10k, Sacramento The courses will provide scenic views of the State Capitol, Tower and I Street Bridges, Old Sacramento, the Sacramento River, and Crocker Park. Along with breathtaking views along the course, this event will feature disposable chip timing, post-race refreshments, music, vendor booths & a kid's play area with a kid's FITZone obstacle course. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 22, 2012 - Guns & Hoses 1/2 Marathon & 5k, Ontario This race is part of the California Half Marathon series & is on a flat & fast course. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. April 28, 2012 - Parkway 1/2 Marathon & 5k, Sacramento The American River Parkway Half Marathon returns for its sixth year and continues its distinction as the only half marathon in the world for both runners and walkers! Not just one course for both disciplines mind you. We're talkin' two separate, fully supported, USATF certified courses - one just for runners and one just for walkers! Both courses feature scenic routes that wind their way through forests of majestic old-growth oaks teeming with wildlife, pass through meadows bursting with golden poppies, and traverse isolated dells and wide open fields carpeted with greenery as far as the eye can see. And the best part of all is, the race is a fundraising event for the American River Parkway - the nation's longest, continuous wild and scenic riparian parkway in a major metropolitan area - and the jewel of the Sacramento region. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. April 28th, 2012- Modesto- Family Fit & Fun Run benefiting Sierra Vista Child & Family services. Brenda Athletic Clubs Modesto, 200 Norwegian Ave. Run, walk, stroll all for a good cause! Strollers welcome! Get your family involved! One mile course. First 100 participants receive a FREE T-shirt. Begins 10am. To register online, click here. April 29, 2012 - Pleasanton 1/2 Marathon, Pleasanton Starting and finishing in Downtown Pleasanton, this scenic Tri Valley area course will be your stomping ground for this certified 13.1 mile run. April will be a pleasant time of year for a spring race that will be the first of its kind in the beautiful town of Pleasanton, CA. Runners and their families can come and enjoy all that Pleasanton has to offer from great dining, lodging, entertainment and shopping in historic Downtown Pleasanton. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. April 29, 2012 - Weekend Warrior Games, Adventure Race, XTreme Run & The Gauntlet for Kids, Granite Bay For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. May 5, 2012 - Modesto Pregnancy Center 20th Annual Walk for Life & 2nd Annual 5k, Modesto Races will start at 8:30 am at the Tuolomne River Regional Park. For more race & registration iinformation, click here. May 6, 2012 - Diva's 1/2 Marathon & 5k, Burlingame Challenge yourself like a DIVA & run this unique event & celebrate girl power with other strong & beautiful ladies. After the run, recieve an incredible blinged out finsher medal at the finish line jewelry store, dress up during the run at the feather boa station & tiara stop, receive a rose from a handsome firefighter at the finish line, toast your accomplishment with bubbly & dance the afternoon away at the post race celebration. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
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May 12, 2012 - Cinderella Trail Run, 10k, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon & 50k, Oakland The course travels through beautiful Joaquin Miller Park to Redwood Regional Park. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Oakland Hills and Bay Area along the way. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
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May 19, 2012 - Horseshoe Lake Trail Run, 5 Mile, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon & 50k, Palo Alto The course is within the Skyline Ridge, Long Ridge, and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves. The majority of the course is along the Bay Area Ridge Trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Cruz Mountains. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. May 19, 2012 - Santa Cruz Street Scramble, Santa Cruz Explore the streets of Santa Cruz, as well as parts of Capitola, Live Oak, Soquel & UCSC! Thirty locations are circled on a map. On foot or bike, how many can you visit in 90 minutes? Score points by visiting checkpoints in any order & answer a simple question to prove you were there. Those who score the most are the winners! Be competitive or casual, go in a team or solo. Fun for families, runners, cyclists & anyone who likes to explore. Awards & refreshments at the finish. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. May 20, 2012 - Zazzle Bay to Breakers 12k, San Francisco Bay to Breakers has been named by ESPN one of the top things every sports fan must do before they die. Founded in 1912, it is one of the oldest road races in the world & is renowned for its truly unique & irreverent character. For more information, click here.To register online, click here. May 20, 2012 - Surfer's Path Marathon & Capitola 1/2 Marathon, Santa Cruz This innaugural race is set on scenic coastline of Santa Cruz County, overlooking the majestic Monterey Bay. To register online, click here. May 20, 2012 - Ohlone Wilderness 50k Run, Freemont to Livermore The Ohlone 50k is a point to point race traversing the entire Ohlone Wilderness Trail, a tought 31 mile distance run on trails & fire roads. The trail crosses sections of four East Bay Regional Parklands. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
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May 26, 2012 - Urban Dare, Sacramento This is the race where smarts can beat speed. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. June 3, 2012 - Canyon Meadow Trail Run, 5 Mile, 1/2 Marathon, 30k, Marathon & 50k, Oakland The course travels through beautiful Redwood Regional Park. Enjoy spectacular views along the East Ridge and West Ridge trails and wind through tall redwoods on the popular Stream and Bridle trails. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. June 3, 2012 - See Jane Run 1/2 Marathon & 5k, Alameda This is just not any race. This is a celebration of women of all sizes, ages & fitness levels. Take in the scenic beauty of Alameda's bay trail & breath taking views of San Francisco & the bay bridge. The course is ver flat. The post finish expo includes champagne, chocolate, shopping & fun. For more information, cick here. To register online, click here. June 10, 2012 - Skyline to the Sea, Marathon & 50k, Los Gatos The popular Skyline to the Sea Trail runs from the crest of the Santa Cruz Mountains at Saratoga Gap through Big Basin Redwoods State Park, the oldest park in California (est. 1902), & ends at the Pacific Ocean at Waddell Beach. It travels through tall redwoods & high chaparral along the way. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
Come earn those coveted Grand Prix points by working at ShadowChase's Highway 49 aid station while you cheer on our two fellow ShadowChaser's, Karen Lozano & Nile Sousa, as well as others from around the world as they complete one of the oldest ultra trail events in the world and certainly one of the most challenging.
June 30, 2012 - Mill Valley Street Scramble, Mill Valley Explore the paths, streets & stairs of Mill Valley, Homestead Valley & Tamalpais Valley, as well as parts of Belvedere, Corte Madera, Sausalito, Strawberry & Tiburon! Enjoy the evening lights of San Francisco across the Bay. Forty-five locations are circled on a map. On foot or bike, how many can you visit in 90 minutes? in 3 hours? of in 7 hours? Score points by visiting checkpoints in any order & answer a simple question to prove you were there. Those who score the most are the winners! Be competitive or casual, go as a team or solo. Fun for families, runners, cyclists & anyone who like to explore! Awards & refreshments at the finish. For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
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July 15, 2012 - Jungle Run 1/2 Marathon & 10k, Los Gatos The course extends North through the streets of Los Gatos & onto the scenic Los Gatos Creek Trail at the Los Gatos Creek County Park in Campbell. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. July 21, 2012 - Golden Gate Trail Run, 5 Mile, 1/2 Marathon, 30k, Marathon & 50k, Rodeo Beach Enjoy vistas of the Pacific Coast and of the spectacular Marin Headlands with views of Tiburon, San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. July 21, 2012 - Urban Dare, San Jose This is the race where smarts can beat speed. Teams of 2 solve clues to find checkpoints where they must take photos or perform dares. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. July 29, 2012 - The Wipro San Francisco Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, Progressive Marathon & 5k, San Francisco For more information, click here. To register online, click here. August 11, 2012 - Crystal Springs Trail Run, 5 Mile, 11 Mile, 22 Mile, Marathon & 50k, Palo Alto Experience the towering redwoods, lush ferns, and beautiful trails through Huddart Park, King's Mountain and Bear Gulch. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here.
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August 18, 2012 - Cinderella Trail Run, 10 Mile, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon & 50k, Oakland The course travels through beautiful Joaquin Miller Park to Redwood Regional Park. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Oakland Hills and Bay Area along the way. For more information, click here. To download an entry form, click here. To register online, click here. August 18, 2012 - Running with the Bears Marathon, 1/2 Marathon & 10k, Greenville Running with the Bears’ is a fundraiser for the PowderQuest weekend; an outdoor leadership program for foster youth. For more information, click here. To register online, click here. August 18, 2012 - Great Urban Race, San Francisco Great Urban Race is a wild urban adventure. Teams solve twelve clues and complete exciting mental and physical challenges while discovering the city in a fresh way!For more information, click here. To register online, click here.
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February 5, 2012 - Super Sunday Relay, Modesto 
