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14th Annual

4th of July Spectacular 5K Run/Walk

Monday, July 4, 2011 8:00 a.m.

This page was last updated on July 12, 2011 3:15 PM

Join us on your 4th of July weekend for this family-friendly holiday tradition.

2011 Results

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"The Best 4th of July Race in town"

 

Complete Information (including age groups, awards, registration details etc.)

PDF Race Flier

Printable Mail-in Entry Form

Register Online at GetMeRegistered.com

Dynamic Course Map from USATF site

Printable Course Map PDF

Course Sketch

Colerain Facebook Page (includes photos)

T-shirt Logo PDF

Past Race T-Shirt Logos (PDF) 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 , 2003 , 2002

Course Records

Michael Perry in 2011 with a time of 15:17 - NEW COURSE RECORD!

Ricky Lupp in 2010 with a time of 15:28

Tadele Habtemariam in 2007 with a time of 15:30

Andrea Mass in 2007 with a time of 17:48

Andrea Maas: in 2005 with a time of 18:32

Henry Dennis: in 2001with a time of 14:39* (old course)

Past Results
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002

14th Annual 4th of July Spectacular 5K Run/Walk

Complete Information

Day/Date
Monday July 4th, 2011
Time
8:00 a.m. Sharp!
Location
Colerain Township Municipal Complex, 4200 Springdale Road. Get Map.
Distance
5 Kilometer Run Walk (about 3.1 miles)
Description
In conjunction with the Colerain Township 4th of July Municipal Festivities.
Course
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 Printable course map PDF.
Directions

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.
Alternative route: I-275 to South on Colerain Ave. to West (Right) on Springdale Road. Get Map.

Google: 4200 Springdale Road, 45251

Chip Timed with Ipico Foot Tag Technology

This year's race will be "chip timed" using Ipico foot tags. The chips are re-usable and must be returned. We will collect them at the finish line on Sunday.

More information about chip timing.

Instructions on how to properly attach your timing chip to your shoe.

Registration

Four (4) Ways to Register:

1) - By Mail: Print Entry form or PDF Race Flyer 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 Tuesday, June 28th, 2011.

2) - Register with a credit card Online at GetMeRegistered.com. A small service fee will be added to your entry fee. Online registration deadline is Thursday, June 30, 2011.

3) - Register on Saturday, July 2, 2011 from 2-5 pm. Once Again for 2011, for your convenience, we will have Late Registration and Packet Pickup on Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 from 2-5 pm 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. If you pick up your timing chip on Saturday, you must return it to us on Sunday or there will be a $5 charge for its replacement.

4) - Register on Race-Day: If you really must wait until Monday, 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.

No Refunds!

Email

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.

Entry Fee $10 Pre-Registration, $15 Race Day. Pre-registration deadline: Mailed Entries must be postmarked by Tuesday, June 28, 2011.
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. View 2011 T-Shirt

Race-Day Registration

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.

After the Race
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.
Divisions
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

Note: If you intend to RUN any part of the course, sign up as a runner. 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!

Awards Ceremony

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.

We present an award to the Winner based on age-graded results. Read more about Age and Sex Graded Results

Results
Results will be printed at the race. They will also be available on-line later in the day at http://www.runningtime.net
Door Prizes
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 or go to Online Registration Site
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