This summer, every dollar, every mile, and every planned event helps 847RC move forward.

Twelve years ago, we started our running journey with charity 5k’s. We counted steps and calories. Almost eleven years ago, we started working in the local running store in Libertyville. We counted hours on the fitting stool and weeks in a variety of distance training plans. Five years ago, we took the leap to open a new a running store here when the old one expressed its intention to close. We counted shoes bought and sold. We counted races sponsored and donations we were able to gift outside of running based charities. We counted new runners born and goals achieved for ourselves and the community of runners around us. And now we’re counting on you.

With rising overhead costs and falling consumer spending, small running specialty retailers everywhere are feeling the squeeze. We’re still here for shoe fittings, gear advice, and all the things we’ve become known for as product experts in the running world; however, we are launching a series of programs and events that will help keep us moving forward.

We’re opening up new ways to support 847 Running Company outside of purchasing a physical product to build our inventory back up and catch up.

847 Running Company exists because of this community, and we want to keep showing up for you. Check out the following way you can support through value: 

GoFund Me 

A friend of the store so graciously put together a GoFund Me account. All funds raise go directly towards getting caught up on bills or getting more product back on our shelves!

Fun Run: Pay What You Can

Support 847RC on the distance you want to run/walk by purchasing a fun(d) run virtual bib. While our first Fun(d) run date passed, we've continued to receive requests to support us and participate. Grab a friend or four-legged friend. Head out on the road. Snap a pic with your printable bib and tag @847runningcompany so we can share! All funds will go directly towards our back rent with hopes of a lease renewal. Register Here 

Seminar Series

We have three workshops brewing to elevate your running, gain insight and prepare for success. Stay tuned for more information and signups. 

• Chicago (or Fall) Marathon Prep 
• Injury Prevention & Management
• Fall into Cold Weather Running Prep

❤️🩵 847RC X Team Spirit Night

Join us for an evening of team spirit! Let’s share time and space to craft signs for your Chicago marathoner, fall marathoner, cross country athlete etc. Light refreshments and snacks provided. We'll have some decorative supplies to choose from or BYO. Decorate a poster board, cardboard box or cow bell. Glitter blast for extra wishes! 

Sunday September 21st  2 - 4 pm - Registration Coming Soon

Long Run Support (for Marathon Training)

Training for Chicago or a fall marathon? Perhaps wanting a group to run with for accountability? Join 847RC for our first ever supported long run series. Get water and nutrition stops, mapped routes, and company on your long runs. We will have a physical therapist to chat with before or after the run if you've got some questions. 

September 13, 20, 27

Black Cat Yoga X 847RC

Friends supporting friends. Meet inside of 847RC for our first time yoga session. Long hold runner poses for relief of the mind, body and soul . Set good intentions and positive manifestations for you (and 847RC!) Limited to the first 30 registrants. Refreshments after. Leave behind a positive intention on our wall. Help fill our space! 

Registration Coming

 

847 Walks: The Cozy Session

Join us a for a walk! We love a good group run, however a large base of our customers are here for the long walk, are retired runners or are building a base through walking. Join us this September for good 'ol walkie talkie aka walking and talking. Mapped out walks, fall foliage and chats with new faces. We will meet back in the store afterwards for sips, a simple fall craft and mindset tips from Simply Bee Counseling.

Stay tuned for weekly walk dates and other walking based special events.

 

Murder Mystery Run Night

Can you solve a murder mystery on the run? Join for our first ever fun run. Spots will be limited. Details being sorted. 

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Every dollar helps us stay focused on what we do best: serving runners/walkers/workers, new and seasoned, with care and energy.

Let’s keep going, together! We know times are tough with rising costs or that these events may not pertain to you. Stay tuned as we add for events that may strike your fancy.

If you’ve enjoyed our services, please consider sharing with a friend. 

 

Thank you,

847 Running Company