Straight Street Hill Climb

08/26/2026

We are back for another year on our usual date (Sunday before Thanksgiving).
For our loyal Facebook followers, we are opening registration on Friday, August 28. For one day only, we have reduced our prices. Shsh! don't tell anyone!
You can tell the uninitiated that there is only one hill on the whole course!

The Straight Street Hill Climb is on Sunday November 21, 2021. It includes the following events: Run, Bike and Duathlon. Join us as "Misery Loves Company"

12/04/2025

11/24/2025

11/24/2025

11/20/2025

Our online "Store" is closing on Friday.
Last chance to order our "classic" race shirts prior to Sunday.
We need the time to prepare current orders for Sunday pick up.
https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/OH/Cincinnati/StraightStreetHillClimb

11/17/2025

Sorry kid....you are too young!

11/17/2025

Well, the weather may not be as nasty as we like but we will make due!
9 :00 am Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy 43 °F

Cincinnati Weather Forecasts. Weather Underground provides local & long-range weather forecasts, weatherreports, maps & tropical weather conditions for the Cincinnati area.

11/17/2025

Origin of the Straight Street Cough.
According to Weather.com:
Impacts Of Cold And Arid Weather On Running And Breathing.
Whenever you step outside for a run on a cold, dry winter day, running often feels easier. This is because the cool, dry conditions maximize evaporation of sweat, helping your body maintain a steady core temperature even at high efforts.
However, you may notice that your lungs and throat sting a little bit after, particularly if you are running at a strenuous effort. You may even have a cough for a bit of time after. Read more at weather.com.
https://weather.com/health/respiratory/news/2025-11-15-dry-humid-running-breathing-tips-cold-cool-hot?cm_ven=hp-slot-5

When you run in cold and dry conditions, the air strips moisture from the bronchial lining in your airways. When you run in hot, humid conditions your breathing often feels heavy because your body is straining itself trying to cool off.

11/10/2025

Finally, some real SSHC weather! It may not last but it gets us in the mood.
Shirt order goes in tomorrow. If you want one, sign up to reserve yours.