The Missing Link is Back: Introducing the Virtual Summer Stride For years, the Burton Race Series was defined by the "Big Four." When one race stepped away, we moved to a three-race format—but the spirit of that fourth challenge never really left. This year, we’re bringing it back but in a new way! The Burton Race Series Virtual Summer Stride is the bridge between our spring and fall events. It’s designed to keep your momentum going during the warmest months of the year, and ready for the finish line in November. We know that for many of you it is hard to be at every event so the four race format, allowing you to complete three and still get a medal was a fantastic opporunity. So, this virtual event fills the gap. No medal, no shirt, just $15 makes, the Virtual Summer Stride the missing link to (once again) say "I did all four" or make up for the events you missed. Register: Sign up online just like our traditional races. Run or Walk: Complete your 5K anytime during the designated mid-
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Burton Race Series Virtual Summer Stride Race 2026 — Burton, MI
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Burton, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
