Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 10- McLean 6.6K 2026

Description

A small‑town stop with big‑hearted Route 66 spirit. Welcome to Stop 10 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series — a 6.6K run/walk through the charming village of McLean, home to one of the most beloved Route 66 landmarks: the McLean Depot Train Shop. This stop blends small‑town warmth, railroad heritage, and Mother Road nostalgia into a uniquely meaningful chapter of our statewide journey.

This series also stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1‑mile shared run, a symbolic “sidekick” segment that reminds him — and every family touched by ALS — that no one travels this road alone. McLean offers one of the most heartfelt meet‑up points, where community and courage meet at the tracks.

Event Highlights 6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through McLean’s historic corridor, anchored by the iconic McLean Depot Train Shop. Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey. Railroad Heritage: Celebrate McLean’s identity with the depot, crossing signs, and the quiet charm of a town shaped by the rails. Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS. Community‑Driven: Open to all paces and all ages — McLean’s small‑town hospitality makes this stop unforgettable. Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 10 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.

Why 6.6K? Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself — 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400‑mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.

Be Part of the Journey McLean may be small, but its spirit is mighty — and this stop adds heart, history, and connection to the statewide chain of support. When you show up here, you’re helping lift Enric’s journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a movement built on compassion and community.

Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.