This race, if you know Shanty Creek or Short's Brewing, is exactly as it sounds, a race from Shanty Creek down the hill to Short's Brewing Company.

I've ran this race in the past and have enjoyed it each time.

The 10k course comes down a huge hill from the resort and then loops through one of the area parks then through the downtown Bellaire area, only to loop through another section of downtown and finishing up on bike/walking path before getting to the finish line. The finish line for the 5k and 10k is at the same spot and the 10k runners actually cross by the finish line before they enter the second half of their race.

It seems entirely logical that I was able to get a PR on this course, because the first 2.5k of the race is all downhill from the resort.

It is a fun race and afterwards you get a discounted / free beer at Short's! They have prizes for top place runners in various age groups and of both genders. They hold the placing and information after the race inside of Short's Brewpub where the results are announced.

If you're into beer and running, I highly recommend this race in Northern Michigan!