Thursday, September 17, 2009

Shoreline Class Race Information:

Important Information for Sunday's 20th Annual Shoreline Classic!

* 20th Shoreline Classic, Sunday September 20, 2009
15K @ 7:30 am
5K @ 8:00 am
Tot Trots @ 9:15

*5K and 15K start and finish at Nelson Park. *

Early Race packet pick up is Friday from 5-7 pm at Nelson Park Pavilion #1 (Strongly Recommended due to large numbers this year). No Saturday Pick-up. Sunday packet pick available prior to race.

* Race Day Registration & packet pick up begins at 6:30 a.m. at Nelson Park Pavilion #1. Registration is $30 through race day. Online registration is closes Wednesday at 6PM. Entries on race day accepted through 10 min prior to race starts.

* Timing is Everything is the official timer of the Shoreline Classic and will be using CHIP TIMING for the race. Timing tags will be available at Friday packet pick up as well as on race morning. All participants will receive an envelope containing your corresponding timing tag. It is a very quick process. Attach it to your shoe with the enclosed zip tie and you will be ready to race. No tag = no time, so make sure to pick up your tag and get it on your shoe! Lost or unreturned tags will result in a $30 fee so please do not get a chip if not running.

* Race Day parking: Free parking available in Lower Pavilion parking lot and along right side of street into Nelson Park. After full - look for signs to Upper Pavilion parking (near swimming pool) at park entrance.

* Race Day Street Closures following start of race:
West Bound Lost Bridge Road across bridge
East Bound William street across bridge
Traffic on Route 36 will be stopped by city police for runners
5K course will be closed to thru traffic

* Port-a-potties will be near the start line. Restroom facilities are also available at Nelson Park Pavilion.

* Hydration stops. Water will be available at the 2, 4, 6, and 8 mile marks (approx) on 15K course and the ½ way point of 5K. Both finish lines will also offer water.

* Awards Ceremony: 9:30 am (approx) at the Pavilion
Hall of Fame and High School Donation program awards

* 5k Awards (both female/male):
Top 5 Overall
Top One Masters
Top Three in Age Groups (10 & under, five years through 65+)

* 15k Awards (both female/male):
Top 10 Overall ($500/$300/$200/$100/$50),
$1000 for course records
Top One Masters
Top Three in Age Groups (24 & under, five years through 65+)

Sunday's weather from StormCenter 17.

See you on Sept 20.

Bruce Bennett
Race Director

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