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Fast Track Racing Team is a Chicago area running club for all runners to share and continue their personal journeys and running experiences. Whether it's training, racing, pacing, or having fun, the team strives to inspire. The team operates collectively as a whole for the purposes of providing a fulfilling and enriching experience regardless of ability. Since becoming a team in 2009, Fast Track has netted CARA Team CHAMPION ("Combined Club" category) status in 8 of the 16 years we've competed in the CARA Runners' Choice Circuit, including the 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 seasons. We've also won the Men's Open Club Category in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2023 seasons.

Registration for the 2025 Team is now open!

Annual Dues: Membership costs $25 and is good through December 31, 2025.

Membership Benefits

  • Wednesday Night Track Workout
  • Access to member-only events like the October Pasta Party and the December End-of-the-Year Celebration
  • Access to the Team's tent at Team Races
  • Access to the Team's Facebook group
  • Access to members-only features and content on the Team's website
  • Ability to purchase Team singlet and other Team gear

Although centered in Schaumburg, runners from both the City and suburbs are welcome to join the Fast Track Racing Team. The strength of this team is the Power of the Group philosophy. Our runners train and compete in road races and marathons, as well as serve as pace leaders for many races, as a team.

»Special Events

American Legion Run & Buffet on Sunday, May 4

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Join Fast Track for some winter/spring running in fabulous Arlington Heights, with routes from 5 - 10 miles, meeting at the American Legion Post 208!

Join us after the run for an ALL YOU CAN EAT breakfast buffet for only $12 + cash bar for adults & $6 for vets and kids.
Location:
American Legion Post 208
Map & Directions:
Google Maps
Time:
8:00 AM
Run starts at 8 AM.
Plenty of parking along Douglas Ave.

Please avoiding parking in the 12 spots located closest to the entrance. That way they will be available for our Veterans.

There will be a place to stay warm while we wait to start and afterwards

Memorial Day Run & Picnic on Monday, May 26

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On Memorial Day, come run with Fast Track in honor of all veterans who, in service to our nation, have made the ultimate sacrifice. Don't forget to wear red, white or blue!

We will meet at Grove 5(Higgins and Arlington Heights Rd, near the “elk" bicycle bridge) at 9am for a run (short or long). Plan will be to start the pot luck around 10:00am. Bring a snack/drinks to share with the team as well as any lawn games for some fun. This event is family friendly so bring your significant other and kids.



We have the shelter so this event will be rain or shine !(hopefully shine)
Location:
Busse Woods Grove #5
Map & Directions:
Google Maps
Time:
9:00 AM
Grove 5 is on the south side of Higgins Road just west of Arlington Heights Rd. Click on the Google Maps link for the exact location.

» Next Team Competition Race

Sunday, May 18, 2025
 8:00 AM: Spring Trail Chase 10K
Distance: 10K
Town: Lemont, IL		 Login or become a member to see planned participants
(more info)
Location: The Forge Lemont Quarries
Address: 227 Heritage Quarries Drive
Additional information: CARA Supporter Level Members have access to early pricing of $45.00. After early registration sells out, members can save 10%.
Registration Fee: $40 from 1/19/25 to 2/20/25
Race website: https://www.cararuns.org/springtrailchase
Source(s): C

»Team Apparel

Team Swag Available on Threadless!

Pick up your favorite items, the shop never closes.