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Brought to you by McCormick Race
Management and Race Timing
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11th Annual 4th of July Spectacular 5K Run/Walk Friday, July 4, 2008 8:00 a.m. |
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Friday, July 4, 2008, 8:00 am
Colerain Twp Municipal Complex, 4200 Springdale Road
"The Best 4th of July Race in town"
Start your 4th of July weekend with this family-friendly holiday tradition.
Complete Information (including age groups, awards, registration details etc.)
Register Online at GetMeRegistered.com
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL JULY 2 for your convenience
Once Again for 2008: Late Registration and Packet Pickup on Thursday, July 3rd from 4-7pm at Colerain Municipal Complex Main Lobby. Race-Day registration prices will apply
Dynamic Course Map from USATF site
T-shirt Logo
Past Race T-Shirt Logos (PDF): 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 , 2003 , 2002
Course Records
Henry Dennis: in 2001with a time of 14:39* (old course)
Tadele Habtemariam in 2007 with a time of 15:30 -NEW COURSE RECORD! (Current course)
Andrea Mass in 2007 with a time of 17:48 - NEW COURSE RECORD! (Current course)
Andrea Maas: in 2005 with a time of 18:32
2008 Results
11th annual 4th of July Spectacular 5K Run/Walk
Complete Information
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Day/Date
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Friday, July 4th, 2008 |
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Time
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8:00 a.m. Sharp! |
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Location
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Colerain Township Municipal Complex, 4200 Springdale Road. Get Map. |
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Distance
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5 Kilometer Run Walk (about 3.1 miles) |
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Description
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In conjunction with the Colerain Township 4th of July Municipal Festivities. |
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Course
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Participants will assemble on Heritage Way for a mass downhill start. Course will be clearly marked and will wind through scenic residential neighborhoods finishing back at the Municipal Complex. Route is mostly flat with some gently rolling areas. Scheduled waterstops at 1 and 2 miles. Timers at 1, 2 and 3 miles and finish. Professional Race Timing. Traffic will be controlled by Township Police. View Course Map from USATF Site or view PrintableCourse Map PDF. |
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Directions
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I-71 or I-75 to West on Ronald Reagan Highway (Cross County).
Go North on Colerain Ave. Turn left on Springdale Road (just past Northgate
Mall) . Go approx. 1/2 mile to the Colerain Twp. Municipal Complex on
the Right. Ample free parking on site. Google 4200 Springdale Road, 45251 |
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Registration
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Four (4) Ways to Register: 1) - By Mail: Print Entry form or PDF Race Flier and mail. Applications are also available at the Colerain Township Municipal Center, Bob Ronckers Running Spot, Ad in the Running Spot newsletter and other locations around town. This is the cheapest way. Please mail by Saturday, June 28. 2) - Register with a credit card Online at GetMeRegistered.com. A small service fee will be added to your entry fee. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN THROUGH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2nd, 2008 at 11:59 p.m. 3) - Register on Thursday, July 3rd. Once Again for 2008, for your convenience, we will have Late Registration and Packet Pickup on Thursday, July 3rd from 4-7pm at Colerain Municipal Complex Main Lobby. If you haven't registered yet, this is the last chance to avoid the race-day lines.(Race-day prices will apply) If you have already registered, come on by and pick up your number. You will avoid the Race-day lines. It is a more relaxed atmosphere and I will get a chance to meet you and hear about your running. 4) - Register on Race-Day: If you really must wait until Friday, we will welcome you. It will cost you 5 bucks more but what the heck, you don't have to obligate yourself. T-shirt sizes will be limited.
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All Pre-registerd entries with a valid, readable email address will receive a confirmation of your registration. All Entrants with a valid, readable email address will receive an email notice of your individual results. |
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| Entry Fee | $8 Pre-Registration, $13 Race Day. Pre-registration deadline: Postmark by Saturday, June 28 (Same great price as last year) |
| T-Shirts |
$7 with Pre-Registration, $7 Race Day, (as long as they last). At this price, we cannot over-order. If you want to guarantee your shirt size, register early. |
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Race-Day Registration
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And Number pick up: Beginning at 6:30 a.m. in front of the lobby of the Administration Bldg. We encourage early registration and packet pickup to avoid long race-day lines. |
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After the Race
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Refreshments provided after the race. Bring the whole family and stay for the day. Food and drink, Local and National entertainment on the Main Stage, childrens area and a spectacular fireworks display will cap the Independence Day Celebration |
| Fun Run | Free Kids Fun Run: 1/2 mile fun run on the Municipal grounds following the 5K with with special awards for all participants. |
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Divisions
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Age Groups for the 5K Run: 12/under,
13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,
70/over.
Age Groups for 5K Walk: 19/under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70/over (expanded in 2006) Note for Walkers: Only sign up as a walker if you intend to walk the whole race. This is a competitive event. Clydesdale and Athena Divisions: Men 200-219lbs., Men 220 and over, Women 160 and over. Clydesdales are not eligible for age group awards. You must check this off on your registration. Insider Tip: As long as you qualify, you may have a better chance of winning as a clydesdale. Beware: We may have the scales on hand to verify! |
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Awards Ceremony
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Awards Ceremony will take place after the Kids
Fun Run on Race Day
5K Run Trophies: 1st overall Male and Female Runners and first three in each Division. 5K Walk Trophies: 1st overall Male and Female Walkers and first in each age group. Clydesdale/Athena Trophies: First three in each division. Clydesdale entrants are not eligible for age group awards. |
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Results
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Results will be printed at the race. They will also be available on-line later in the day at http://www.runningtime.net |
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Door Prizes
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All Participants will be eligible for Door Prizes. ( Must be present to win ) |
| Contact Information | Greg McCormick, (513)793-0508 or
(513)652-6225 or email Greg Colerain Township Parks and Recreation Department, 385-7500. |
| GO TO OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM or Printable PDF Entry Form |