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Based in Utica, NY, we are the World's Best 15K Road Race, presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield! Join us this July! Reed.
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The Boilermaker Road Race was established in 1978 by Earle C. Reed was looking for a way to give back to the community that had supported his family's business, Utica Radiator (now ECR International). The 15K road race, presented by Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield, began with just 876 runners and a budget of $750. In 1983, renowned distance runner, Bill Rodgers, not only participated but won the race with a time of 44:38. Rodgers elevated the race by bringing both national exposure and credibility to the event. Since then, the Boilermaker has attracted elite runners from all over the world, including Olympians and world record holders. In fact, the Boilermaker has been named by the Analytical Distance Runner as the most competitive 15K road race in the world. Today, the Boilermaker road race hosts over 17,000 runners per year. Boilermaker Weekend offers events for participants of every age and skill level. It has grown to include fitness and special events, such as a 5K Race, a 3 Mile Walk, a Kids' Run, a Community Mile, Youth Olympics, a Health and Fitness Expo, and more. Designed around the weekend's crown jewel, the Boilermaker 15K Road Race, Boilermaker Weekend promotes a healthy lifestyle with a focus on fun, family, and community spirit!

10/15/2026

In today's episode of the Mile Marker Podcast, we're talking to Elite Field Director Dick Mattia! Dick has been involved with the Boilermaker since day one, and he had so many incredible stories to share!

We talk about the early days, what the process of finding and inviting runners looks like, and ask him the age-old question: What will it take for a U.S. athlete to win the Boilermaker again?

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4W7KFGzoUdNVHSPrQ6M0Uh?si=be12ea82c95c448f

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-a-world-class-elite-field-with-dick-mattia/id6810712510?i=1000796500681

10/14/2026

The Boilermaker's application period for the 2027 Charity Bib Program is open now through November 20!

Nonprofits serving Oneida, Herkimer, Madison, or Onondaga County can apply to receive free Boilermaker bibs to give to runners who agree to fundraise on their behalf.

Download the application at boilermaker.com! Tag a nonprofit you'd love to run for in the comments ✨

10/12/2026

Where are our 5K-ers at?! 👀

We talk a lot about impressive 15K streaks, but we know many people have run the 5K presented by Utica National Insurance Group 5, 10, even 20+ times!

How many Boilermaker 5Ks have you done? 👇

10/09/2026

Friday Volunteer Appreciation! 👏 Our volunteers are truly the best!

Over the next few weeks, we'll be spotlighting some of the jobs our volunteers take on and truly pour so much effort into, often for many months leading up to race day!

First up: our Hydration Station Crews! 💦 The Boilermaker is known for its plentiful water stations, and we know what a welcome sight these smiling faces are on race day! 👏

10/08/2026

When someone reminds you the 2027 Boilermaker is in just 276 days 🤩

(Exciting updates coming very soon! Mark your cal for December 1 🤫 )

10/06/2026

The Boolermaker Kids Run presented by GPO Federal Credit Union is officially sold out!

We can't wait to see everyone (and their amazing costumes!) on Saturday, October 24! 🎃 👻

10/02/2026

This week on the Mile Marker Podcast, we talked to Phyllis Petrillo!

Phyllis is currently the head of the Boilermaker Scholarship Committee, but she's had many jobs over the last 48 years - from stuffing race packets to helping with timing and more! She also is a "one and done" Boilermaker runner and shares the experience of running the 15K for the 20th anniversary in 1997.

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mile-marker-from-the-boilermaker-road-race/id6810712510?i=1000792576029

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16h5HFPYw0CrE5VjjYHBQc?si=a138824b017b43d7

10/01/2026

Wow! 👻 The Boolermaker Kids Run presented by GPO Federal Credit Union is already down to its final few spots!

If you're planning to join us Saturday, October 24, register at runsignup.com/boolermaker!

Kids ages 4-13 receive a t-shirt, finisher's medal, goody bag (and a trip down Trick-or-Treat Street 🎃), pre-run activities and more!

09/30/2026

What’s your go-to move when you see a camera on-course? 🤟🫵✌️👍 🫶

(Featuring those infamous post-golf-course-climb smiles!)

09/25/2026

We're heading into peak fall racing season! 👌 🍁

Anyone racing this weekend? Or have a big long run on deck? Let us know so we can cheer for you!

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Utica, NY

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+13157975838

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http://www.boilermaker.com/

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