As we previously reported, rumor had it that the Course of the Force relay race would be extending their run to a San Francisco start. Coinciding with a Late Night with Jimmy Fallon appearance by Chris Hardwick (@nerdist), the Course of the Force web site made the official announcement that the race will be starting at the famed Skywalker Ranch in Marin on July 9th!

The 2nd annual Course of the Force relay race will take place in the week leading up to Comic-Con. The Star Wars themed race — complete with lightsaber batons — will make several stops throughout California, ending in San Diego on Tuesday, July 16. Registration is also now open: Race entry is $150, with all proceeds going to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Visit the Course of the Force web site for registration and other details: courseoftheforce.starwars.com
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