The Moore & Giles Virginia 10 Miler

In 1972 Frank Shorter started a running boom in the United States by winning the marathon gold medal at the Munich Olympics. Two years later, in September 1974, that wave of enthusiasm reached Lynchburg, where 174 men and 7 women climbed Farm Basket Hill and completed the inaugural Virginia 10 Miler at EC Glass High School. Now,  Fifty Virginia 10 Milers later, that boom continues to reverberate down the streets of Lynchburg on late September Saturdays.

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the VA 10 Miler in 2024, LRRC President Bret Boman and Board Member Lesley McPhatter have compiled the rich history of this iconic event in book form. This book is filled with inspiring stories, historical accounts, and photos, highlighting the enduring legacy of the event over the years.

The Virginia 10 Miler is proudly owned and operated by the LRRC.