Tucson 5000

Sunday, May 15, 2011 / 5k
Tucson 5000

Description

One of the fastest 5Ks in the West! This pancake-flat, fast course provides the perfect opportunity for a 5K PR.

NEW Free Kid’s Race, sponsored by Craig Dabler, Jewelers

The Tucson 5000 is part of the 2011 Running Shop Grand Prix produced by Southern Arizona Roadrunners. Proceeds from the event will benefit Pima Community College Cross-country Team and The Symphony Women’s Association Music Education Program.

Date and Time

Sunday, May 15, 2011

7:00 AM

Race Distances and Courses

Fast, flat, USATF-certified 5K course around Reid Park. There will be a water station at the halfway point.

Location

Reid Park, Ramada 14. Access Reid Park from Country Club, first entrance north of 22nd Street.

Race Fees

$18 - SAR Member, mailed by 5/09/11
$20 - Non-SAR Member, mailed by 5/09/11
$25 - ALL after 5/09/11 and on Race Day

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by .
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
Walk-in registration and packet pick-up will be at the Running Shop, 3055, N. Campbell Avenue – map) from 10am to 3pm on Saturday May 14, 2011.
Race-day registration and packet pick-up will be at Ramada 14, Reid Park from 5.30 a.m. on race day.

Beneficiaries

Proceeds will benefit the Pima Community College Cross-country team and The Women’s Symphony Association Music Education Program

Race Weather

Start-time temperatures are usually 80 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1997 | 1996 |

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Dave Hill: or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Tucson Heart Group Cinco de Mayo 10k

Sunday, May 1, 2011 / 10k
Tucson Heart Group Cinco de Mayo 10k

Description

The 30th annual edition of Tucson’s largest and most scenic 10K winds its way through Starr Pass in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. Run or walk the gorgeous course with beautiful mountain scenery and great views of the Tucson basin.

After the run, join us for a Cinco de Mayo Celebration featuring live music by the Tucson Mariachi Band Luz De Luna!

All participants receive a Technical Shirt, Goody Bag and Post-Race Breakfast featuring hot Breakfast Burritos from El Saguarito Mexican Food, Einstein Bagels, Fruit from the Food Coop, Starbucks Coffee, Beverages from Kalil (7up, Snapple Natural, Deja Blue Water) and more.

Kids will enjoy a Sombrero-Topped Kids Race, Pinata, Jumping Castle and Water Balloon Toss.

Free Massages will be provided by the following massage therapists:
* Eddie Ariola, 269-9986
* Tara Sullivan LMT, 245-6477
* The Complete Massage, 664-7610

Date and Time

Sunday, May 2, 2010

7:00 AM - 10K (run or walk)
7:05 AM - 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Race Distances and Courses

USAT&F Certified 10K (AZ-95003-FC)
2 miles

The paved, USATF Certified 10K out and back road course features rolling hills winding through the Starr Pass Resort in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. Ends with a 2-mile downhill before finishing in front of Cholla High School. Two water stops.

Baby strollers are welcome on the course. We ask that strollers position themselves at the back of the start and use caution not to block or impede other participants on the course.

Location

Cholla High School
2001 W. Starr Pass Blvd. (W. 22nd St.)
Tucson

Race Fees

SAR is committed to providing high-quality events at a reasonable cost.

Individual Entry 10k or 2-mile:

$25 SAR Member by 4/23/10
$25 Better Than Ever Member by 4/23/10
$25 Arizona Road Racers Member by 4/23/10
$30 Others by 4/23/10
$35 After 4/23/10 and on race day

Students (18 and under)
$10 By 4/23/10
$12 After 4/23/10
$35 Race Day

Registration

Packet Pick-up

Packet Pick-up will take place on Saturday May 1 from 10am-3pm at Performance Footwear located in the Williams Center at 5350 E Broadway, Suite #170. Come to packet pick-up at Performance Footwear to take advantage of these fantastic offers for the Cinco de Mayo participants:

* 15%-50% off all footwear
* 30%-50% off all apparel
* Enter to win a free pair of Asics running shoes
* 1 Free pair of Asics running socks with the purchase of any Asics running shoe
* Hourly drawings for gift certificates and running gear

Packet Pick-up will also be available on Sunday May 2 (Race Day) from 5:30-6:30am at Cholla High School.

Awards

Individual awards to the top 3 finishers in each 5-year age group as well as awards to overall and masters finishers (male & female.)

Cash awards will be given to the overall and masters winners:
Overall: 1st: $100; 2nd: $75; 3rd: $50
Masters: 1st: $50

This race is part of The Running Shop Grand Prix, produced by SAR.

Wear your oldest “Cinco” tee shirt to the event. The participant who sports the earliest version will receive a cash prize. (Previous winners not eligible.)

Beneficiaries

Proceeds from the event will go towards the following:
* 2 Scholarships for Cholla High School Graduates Pursuing Higher Education
* Donation to Therapeutic Riding of Tucson (TROT)
* Donation to the Arizona Cancer Center (in recognition for Better Than Ever participating in the event)

Race Weather

Start-time temperatures are usually 55-60 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Mary Lasser & Kara Middendorf: or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Dave’s Run for ALS

Sunday, March 20, 2011 / 5k & Family fun run
Dave’s Run for ALS

Description

Dave’s Run for ALS is an event for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. The event is named for the late David Filer, avid runner, active SAR member, and local business owner. David was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, in the summer of 2000. Currently there is no cure for this fatal disease. Proceeds from the event will go specifically for ALS research, via the Jim Himelic foundation.

Dave’s Run for ALS is part of the 2011 Running Shop Grand Prix, produced by Southern Arizona Roadrunners.

A separate event: Family Fitness Fun Run/Walk will also be held, the proceeds from which will be donated to the Lisa Berrie Children’s Fund

NEW Cash awards for first 3 places overall, male and female

NEW Special award for best age-graded performance, male and female

NEW Free Kid’s Race, sponsored by Craig Dabler, Jewelers

Date and Time

Sunday, March 20, 2011
8:30 AM (5K Competitive Run/Walk)
9:15 AM (Family Fitness Fun Run/Walk)

Race Distances and Courses

Dave’sRun for ALS: 5K accurately measured and USATF certified course.
Fast out-and-back route in NW Tucson, along Dove Mountain Boulevard and Moore Road.

Family Fitness Fun Run/Walk: approximately 1.5 miles
Out-and-back along Dove Mountain Boulevard.

Location

Dove Mountain Retail Center at Northeast corner of Dove Mountain Boulevard and Tangerine Road
Tangerine Road is at Exit 240 from the I-10

Map available.

Race Fees

Dave’s Run for ALS

$18 - SAR Member by 3/12/11
$20 - Non-member by 3/12/11
$25 - After 3/12/11 and on Race Day

Family Fitness Fun Run/Walk

$15 - All

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Saturday, March 12, 2011.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
11:00am to 3:00pm, Saturday, March 19 at: The Running Shop 3055 N. Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ
7:00am to 8:00am, (9:00am for Fun Run/Walk) at: Dove Mountain Retail Center 12100 N. Dove Mountain Blvd

Awards

Awards are limited to the competitive 5K run/walk
Awards will be given for first 3 in the open overall and master’s categories and in 5-year age groups.
All participants will receive an official event t-shirt and will be eligible for raffle prizes!

Beneficiaries

Race proceeds (5K) will benefit ALS research through the JIm Himelic Foundation.
Fun Run/Walk proceeds will benefit the Lisa Berrie Foundation

Race Weather

We can’t promise perfect weather, but temperatures are usually around 55 degrees F, with clear skies, and little or no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Dave Hill: or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Sunrise at Old Tucson Cross Country Trail Run

Sunday, March 6, 2011 / 4 m & 1.2m
Sunrise at Old Tucson Cross Country Trail Run

Description

Thanks for the great race this year! Check out the race report for all the details on the 2010 event—we are excited about 2011—perhaps we’ll have separate men’s and women’s divisions. Thanks for a great day! Special thanks to our friends at the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, the Wildlife Museum, and Old Tucson Studios—we hope everyone enjoyed a great day in Tucson!

March 6, 2011 is the planned date for next year—details coming soon!

Date and Time

March 6, 201 8:30 AM

Race Distances and Courses

The cross country trail race loops throughout the dusty streets, horse trails, and desert terrain of Old Tucson Studios, site of some of the greatest movies of all time. The 1 mile is designed to promote daily exercise, so bring the whole family along! Adults, cowboy costumes, children, and strollers are all welcome! PLUS: Little kids race afterwards!

Location

Old Tucson Studios, 201 South Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ 85735 (Take Speedway from I-10 all the way west, turn south on Kinney and Old Tucson Studios is just ahead—or Take Ajo west from I-10 to Kinney Road and head north). Plenty of parking in the main lots at Old Tucson Studios.

Race Fees

2011 pricing to be announced soon!

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Monday, March 1, 2010.
2011 details coming soon!
2011 details coming soon!

Old Tucson Studios

Sunrise at Old Tucson replaces the old Sundown at the Pass, nicknamed the “most awesome race in all of Arizona.” Passing through the gates of an old frontier town, visitors are transported back to a time when fearless men with six shooters ruled the Old West. Saunter down the streets of Hollywood’s most famous films and walk in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Sharon Stone, and hundreds more. In addition to its historic role as film location, Old Tucson Studios is Southern Arizona’s premier outdoor entertainment venue with a full array of live shows, thrilling stunts, Old West dramas, saloon musicals, and trail rides—fun for the whole family.

Visit Old Tucson Studios’ Website »

Awards

2010 prizes can be picked up at The Running Shop.

Beneficiaries

At least one dollar from every entry will benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation (JWCF). After John Wayne’s own heroic battle with cancer, his family established the JWCF to advance the fight against the illness. JWCF’s mission is to bring courage, strength and grit to the fight against cancer www.jwcf.org). Join JWCF’s Team DUKE! Team DUKE is an athletic fundraising program unlike any other. You pick the sport. You pick the event (www.teamduke.org). JWCF’s sole connection with the event is as the recipient of the net proceeds realized from the event. Additional direct donations are welcome on race day at the Team Duke tent.

Kids' and Post-Race Activities

12 Tips for Trail Racing, by Randy Accetta

Cross country: natural, earthy, primordial. Narrow, wooded trails, sweeping grass fields —or in Tucson’s case, harsh desert terrain, cactus, sandy washes, and rattlesnakes. There’s no water stop here, no lining up by your estimated mile pace. No stadium-size crowds. Just you, the ground, and your competitors. Here are a dozen quick tips for cross country racing.

1. Know the course: You need to know the terrain so check for single track and sandy washes, for hills and other key landmarks. Especially here in Tucson, be careful about cactus and rocks. Most of our trail races are pretty rugged locations, so be nimble and keep an eye on where you put your feet. If possible, jog the course ahead of time so that you can cut the tangents and stay on track.

2. Elbows out at the start: At the start, protect yourself by angling your elbows outward, so that you create space between you and other runners. Don’t knock over the grandmother next to you, but don’t be afraid to be aggressive.

3. Be patient: Unless the course is so narrow that you will never be able to move up during the race, it is best to start within yourself. If you get in oxygen debt too early, you’re in for a long, unhappy race, but an easier beginning will allow you to pass others with authority and surge when needed. Be willing to relax, be patient, and run within yourself.

4. Be aggressive on the hills: Once you’ve worked your way into the race, attack the course. Surge up short hills. Be patient during long hills, then surge at the crest of long hills. Work the downhills. If you find yourself discouraged while running uphill, remember that all things come to an end, and that this, too, will pass.

5. Pass with authority: Racing is a head game and you can break your competitors by running fast when they don’t expect you to and when they don’t want to. Throw in a burst of speed for 50-200 meters as you approach and go around corners. Surge at the crest of hills. Surge at the flat section at the bottom of a downhill. If you can dash past tired runners and quickly distance yourself from them, often they’ll be too discouraged to catch up.

6. Follow those who pass you: When someone passes you, don’t let them gap you. Sticking with them may = give you a burst of positive psychological energy that allows you to maintain the quicker pace – plus, they may lose enthusiasm if they know you’re determined to keep the pace.

7. Relax: You cannot expect yourself to sprint the whole race, so be willing to relax and be patient during parts of the race. Be willing to sit in the pack and let the miles slide by until it’s time to be aggressive

8. Cover the break: When a group breaks away from you, go with it—you don’t need to lead the break, but you must be willing to keep contact. Even if you are fatigued, maintaining contact with the group ahead of you will keep you motivated. When you recover from the surge, you will be well-positioned to advance further.

9. Think quick feet: You can speed up your running cadence by getting your feet down fast and bringing your heels around quickly. Cross country courses in particular force your body to adapt to varied terrain and quick feet will help you navigate treacherous sections of the course.

10. Think quick hands: Quick hands lead to quick feet, so use short, quick arm strokes to drive you forward. On uphills, lean into the hill and keep your hips forward. On downhills, lean down the hill and let gravity give you speed. Avoid wind-milling your arms and keep a normal, fast arm swing.

11. Accelerate around turns: Scampering out of sight is a good way to demoralize opponents and keep yourself aggressive.

12. Be tough: In every race save a few, you’ll reach the point where continuing at your pace seems impossible. Extreme weariness will set in: your legs will ache, your breathing will be labored, and your mind will urge you to back off and save yourself for later. However, if you wish to race well, you won’t give in to this seductive voice. Instead of backing off, you will push ahead, change your cadence, and run on. Regardless of the discomfort, you will soon recover—your breath will return, the aches will fade. Your pride will remain.

Adapted from “How to Run Fast and Beat Your Friends: Tactics and Strategies for Successful Racing,” by Randy Accetta in The Running Times Guide to Breakthrough Running. Ed: Gordon Bakoulis. 1999

Community Partners

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and the International Wildlife Museum

Race Weather

Temperatures are usually 65-70 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

2010

2009

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Randy Accetta: Call 520.991.0733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Main Gate Fine Valentine

Sunday, February 13, 2011 / 4m & 2m
Main Gate Fine Valentine

Description

This Valentine’s Day Couple’s Relay and Ramp Run is considered a SAR B-race; it is supposed to be playful and fun and inexpensive. There are three separate events:

A 4 mile Couple’s Relay, in which two team members each run approximately 2 miles.

A 4 mile individual Ramp Run race

A 2 mile non-competitive walk/jog The 2 mile walk/jog is designed to promote daily exercise, so bring the whole family along! Strollers are welcome!

Free Children’s Race after the main races

Date and Time

Sunday, February 14, 2010

8:00 AM

Race Distances and Courses

The Ramp Run is back! Thanks to the UA, we’ll enjoy the beautiful scenery and gut-churning climbs of the Arizona Stadium Ramps!

The 4 mile Couple’s Relay is designed so that each runner has a running partner. The first runner (male or female) will carry a popsicle stick with the team’s number and will pass the popsicle stick to the second runner at the completion of the first 2 mile leg. The second runner (male or female) will race the final 2 mile leg, handing the popsicle stick to the timers at the finish line.

If you don’t have a partner for the Couple’s Relay, don’t worry: we’ll help you get one on race morning!

The 4 Mile Open race is an open event with men’s and women’s categories. Top finishers overall and top three in 10-year age categories will receive playful awards courtesy of the Main Gate Merchants.

The 2 mile walk/jog is non-competitive, and all participants will be eligible for raffle prizes.

The course winds through the UofA campus and may or may not be flat.

Location

University Avenue, at the Main Gate at the University of Arizona, between Euclid and Tyndall. Parking in nearby garages and on nearby streets.

Race Fees

4 Mile Run
$10 - All by 2/7/10
$15 - All, after 2/7/10 and on race day
*Couples relay entrants fill out separate entry form and mail them together. Couples must attach forms!

2 mile non-competitive run/walk
$10 - All by 2/7/10
$15 - All, after 2/7/10 and on race day

$20 - Families of 4 or more

Children under 10 are free.

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Saturday, February 6, 2010.
Race day registration and packet pick-up available on race morning, Sunday, February 14, 2010 at Geronimo Plaza, 814 E University Blvd, just east of Euclid, from 6:30 - 7:30 AM.

Awards

The 4 Mile Open race is an open event with men’s and women’s categories; individual awards will be given to the top finishers in each 10-year age groups. Top finishers overall and top three in 10-year age categories will receive playful awards. Prizes courtesy of The Running Shop and the merchants of Main Gate Square.

The 2 mile walk/jog is non-competitive, and all participants will be eligible for raffle prizes.

4 mile Couple’s Relay, in which two team members each run approximately 2 miles. If you don’t have a partner for the Couple’s Relay, don’t worry: we’ll help you get one on race morning!

Couple’s Relay Prizes:
o OPEN: Fastest couple overall
o COLLEGIATE: Both couple members must be in college and show college ID!
o 100+: Combined age of couples is over 100 years old
o UNDER 100: Combined age of couples is under 100 years old (non-open and collegiate winners)

NOTE: Couples must engage in a Public Display of Affection (PDA) to be eligible for prizes. Participants in the Couples Relay category are not eligible for individual awards.

Prizes courtesy of The Running Shop and the merchants of Main Gate Square.

Race Weather

Temperatures are usually 55-60 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Randy Accetta: Call 520.991.0733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Sun Run for Pima Community College Cross Country and Track and Field

Sunday, January 23, 2011 / 5k & 10k
Sun Run for Pima Community College Cross Country and Track and Field

Description

This is a chance to run your fastest on a pancake-flat, lightning-fast USAT&F Certified 10K course or opt for the shorter 5k. Proceeds to benefit Pima Community College Cross-Country and Track & Field. The 10k is the opening race for the 2010 Running Shop Desert Grand Prix Series!

Date and Time

Sunday, January 24, 2010
9:00 AM

Race Distances and Courses

New Finish Line and Awards Area!

USAT&F Certified 10K and 5K Run/Walk

Kids’ Run (free)

Decide Your Distance!

The USAT&F Certified 10K and 5k share the same course for the first mile and a half. Then you decide which race you want to run! Both races loop around beautiful Reid Park on the surrounding streets and bike path. The course is flat and extremely fast. There will be two waterstops along the course.

Click here for the 10k course map.

Click here for the 5k course map.

Location

Reid Park, Ramada 31
(immediately west of Hi Corbett Field)

Race Fees

Postmarked by 1/16/10

$16 - SAR Member
$18 - Non Member

After 1/16/10

$18 - SAR Member
$20 - Non Member
$25 - ALL on Race Day

Please note that registration for all events closes at 8:30 am on race day!

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Saturday, January 16, 2010.
Pre-Race Registration and Packet Pick-up at the Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell on Saturday, January 23rd from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Race Day Registration ($25 for all entrants) on Sunday from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Introducing the Craig Dabler Jewelers Kid's Dash!

The Sun Run is proud to announce a free event for children from ages 1 to 12 years old courtesy of Craig Dabler Jewelers! The Kid’s Dash will take place following the 5k and 10k on Sunday, January 24th.
Sign up for this free event at the registration table on Sunday morning or near the official finishline prior to the Kid’s Dash. Each race distance will cater to the ages of the children. Great Fun! The top 50 children will receive fun prizes!. Questions? Please contact Stephanie Wenneborg at 520-990-4934.

Awards

Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in 10 year age groups for both the 5k and 10k.

Prize Money!
Prize Money will be offered to any and all finishers who meet the following standards:
10k
Men: Sub 31:00 - $100
Women: Sub 36:30 - $100

5k
Men: Sub 15:00 - $100
Women: Sub 17:30 - $100

Comp Entries provided for invited men and women
Contact race director Greg Wenneborg at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for consideration

Beneficiaries

Proceeds from this event will go to help the Pima Community College Track and Field and Cross Country Teams. Pima College offers great educational opportunities to local student athletes through their various athletic teams.

A little information about the Pima Community College Track and Field/Cross Country Teams…

Over 75 student-athletes are on the roster for the 2010 Track and Field season. Both the Track & Field and Cross Country Teams have enjoyed success at the national level in recent years with an individual national champion coming from Pima in each of the last three years. Pima Cross Country or Track & Field teams have placed in the top 10 at the National Championships 7 times in the last 5 years! Our last national champion was Cholla High School Alumni Aurora Trujillo. She won the national title in the 3000 meter steeplechase at the NJCAA National Championships in May of 2009 and set the school record on the way. The year before that, it was Sahuaro’s Jeremiah Korn in the Shot Put who took home the title.

We have high hopes for the coming season and seem to be firing on all cyliders. Our team has grown tremendously and we are experiencing some growing pains. The team would like to raise $10,000 to pay for team supplies, shoes or books for needy student-athletes, an additional coach, and any other needs that arise that are not covered by our budget. You can help by signing up and participating in the Sun Run! Also, Track and Cross Country Athletes will be at the event and will be selling coupon cards for $20 that help with fundraising. If you would like to make a donation to the program, please contact Head Coach Greg Wenneborg at 520-977-4072 or by email at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

We appreciate your support and participation in the 2010 Sun Run 5k and 10k!

Kids' and Post-Race Activities

All this and a great breakfast! After the race, enjoy a fresh pancake breakfast served by our very own Pima College Cross Country and Track and Field Teams. This is quickly becoming a famous addition to the Tucson running scene.

Race Weather

Race conditions are typically 50 degrees, and clear skies. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be prepared!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Greg Wenneborg: Call 520.977.4072 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

The Running Shop Grand Prix

Friday, December 31, 2010 /
The Running Shop Grand Prix

Description

This eleven-race series uses a point system to tally results for all members of the Southern Arizona Roadrunners. All active SAR members are automatically enrolled in the Grand Prix series, and will earn points based on their placing in the eleven-race series.

(Updated January 22, 2010)

Races

Tucson 5000
Tucson Heart Group Cinco de Mayo 10k
Dave’s Run for ALS
Sun Run for Pima Community College Cross Country and Track and Field (The 10k is the opening event of the 2010 SAR/Running Shop Grand Prix!)
Thanksgiving Cross-Country Classic
Oracle Run
Tucson Medical Center Get Moving Tucson 10 Miler and 5k Run and Family-Friendly Walk (10 Mile)
Jim Click’s Run n’ Roll (8k)
TMC Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run (8m)
TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk
Sabino Canyon Sunset Run
SAR’s Annual Member Recognition Dinner

Prizes

The Running Shop, partnering with Mizuno, is pleased to be the 2010 Desert Grand Prix sponsor. This year brings better-than-ever prizes.

Grand Prix Awards 2010
All winners will receive a reusable shopping bag.
Overall and Masters Winners*
All female overall and masters’ winners will receive a Meridian long sleeve tee and a Rider short sleeve tee.
All male overall and masters’ winners will receive a Ronin long sleeve tee and a Rider short sleeve tee.

Overall* (In Addition To Above)
1st Place:$400,$100 Gift Certificate
2nd Place:$300,$75 Gift Certificate
3rd Place:$200,$50 Gift Certificate
4th Place:$100,$25 Gift Certificate
5th Place:$70

Masters, Ages 40+* (In Addition To Above)
1st Place:$60,$75 Gift Certificate
2nd Place:$40,$50 Gift Certificate
3rd Place:$20,$25 Gift Certificate

Super Masters, Ages 60+* (In Addition To Above)
1st: $60
2nd: $40
3rd :$20

Age Group Awards*
1st:Renegade long sleeve tee, Reflective run cap
2nd:Rider short sleeve tee, Reflective run cap
3rd:Rider short sleeve tee

*Gift certificates are to The Running Shop. All tops are by Mizuno and will have the Grand Prix logo. Prize package by The Running Shop and Mizuno is valued at over $4,900. Cash is provided by Topofusion and the Local Athlete Development Fund and may be subject to change.

Results

2010

2009

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383
or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Rules

The Grand Prix was started in 2005 by the Southern Arizona Roadrunners to help create and foster competition among the SAR community. It was designed to give a greater number of people recognition for their efforts through out the year.

(New for 2010) Age Groups
Your Grand Prix age group for the year will be determined based on your age on January 1, 2010.
This does not affect the age group that you participate in for individual races.

For example….
If you were born on January 15, 1980, you would be 29 at the beginning of the year and compete in the 20-29 age group for the Grand Prix for the year.
Once you turn 30, you compete in 30-34 (or 30-39) age group at individual races but you remain in the 20-29 age group for Grand Prix purposes.

(New for 2010) Results Disputes
Participants in the Grand Prix have one month from the date of a race to dispute the results of that race. If your name does not appear in the results, or you feel that the results are inaccurate, you should contact the race director to resolve the issue.
All result disputes will be adjudicated by a Rules Committee consisting of the Club President, the Club Vice-President and the Grand Prix Committee Chair. If a dispute involves one of these members, the SAR Board of Directors will choose a replacement member for the Rules Committee.

Double Winners
Participants can win awards in only one category and will receive the award with the highest value. For example, if a participant wins in the Top 5 Overall Category and in the Age Group Category, they will be pulled from the Age Group Category and those below will be bumped up. For example, if a master’s participant wins in the Top 3 Masters Category and the Age Group Category, they will be pulled from the Age Group Category and will receive one award with the highest value. This change was made to standardize the awards across categories and to give a greater number of people recognition for their efforts throughout the year.

Eligibility
Everyone that is a SAR member as of January 1, 2010 will be entered in the Grand Prix. To participate in the Grand Prix, you must be a SAR member by July 1, 2010. If you become a SAR member by July 1, 2010, all Grand Prix races you have participated in will be counted retroactively. New Members who join after July 1 2010, will not be counted in the Grand Prix, but will be eligible for the Grand Prix in the following year. If your membership expires after July 1, 2010, you will be pulled from the results. As of July 1, 2010, all results will be re-calculated based on the July 1, 2010 SAR membership list. Final results will be calculated based on a cross-referenced list of those who are SAR members on both July 1, 2010 and on the date of the Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic 5K.

Scoring
Your 10 highest scoring races out of 11 will be scored.

Point System
The point system for each race will award 40 points for first place in a category (e.g. age group or overall) down to 1 point for 25th place.

1st - 40 points
2nd - 34 points
3rd - 29 points
4th - 25 points
5th - 22 points
6th - 20 points
7th - 19 points
8th - 18 points
9th - 17 points
10th - 16 points
11th - 15 points
12th - 14 points
13th - 13 points
14th - 12 points
15th - 11 points
16th - 10 points
17th - 9 points
18th - 8 points
19th - 7 points
20th - 6 points
21st - 5 points
22nd - 4 points
23rd - 3 points
24th - 2 points
25th - 1 point

Winterhaven Run Through the Lights

Sunday, December 12, 2010 / 5k
Winterhaven Run Through the Lights

Description

The Winterhaven Run Through The Lights is a non-competitive, 5K fun run through the lights of Winterhaven. This fun run is a casual-paced run with a few stops (to re-group) and filled with singing and lots of holiday cheer. Festive, holiday attire is encouraged (antlers, lights, striped socks…).

Date and Time

Sunday, December 12, 2010
5:45 PM

Race Distances and Courses

Flat, paved course winding through the Winterhaven neighborhood. Winterhaven residents decorate their homes each holiday season. Tonight, the neighborhood will be closed to automobiles. A course map is available.

Location

The run begins at Winterhaven Square on the southeast corner of Ft. Lowell and Country Club.

The owner of the Winterhaven Square shopping center has asked that participants not park in the Winterhaven Square parking lot. Additional parking is nearby - try the St. Francis Cabrini Church, 3201 East Presidio Road (right behind Winterhaven Square).

Race Fees

The entry fee for each participant is two cans of food for the Community Food Bank.

Registration

Kids' and Post-Race Activities

Please join us for free food and soft drinks, compliments of the Southern Arizona Roadrunners. It’s a great way to wrap up the evening. Watch this space for location details to be announced soon!

Race Weather

Conditions are typically around 50 degrees, clear skies, no wind, and dark. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll dress warmly enough!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Jim Irish: Call 520.241.0175 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Thanksgiving Cross-Country Classic

Thursday, November 25, 2010 / 5k
Thanksgiving Cross-Country Classic

Description

Work up an unforgettable Thanksgiving appetite with a European-style 5K around Reid Park. Separate men’s and women’s events creates a fun opportunity to cheer on friends and family as they hurdle hay bales and water jumps. Team division available. Great prizes include “turkeys” and pumpkin pies!

The 5K races are part of the The Running Grand Prix, produced by SAR.

Date and Time

Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 25, 2010

Please note new time schedule!

8:00 AM Open Men’s 5K
8:45 AM Open Women’s 5K
9:30 AM Co-Ed 1.5 M Fun Run

Race Distances and Courses

5K Run
1.5M Fun Run/Fitness Walk

This is a European-style course on grass and dirt complete with hay bales and water jumps. This is a multi-loop for great spectator viewing.
The 5K has separate races for men and women.
The 1.5 mile fun run is co-ed.
The 5K races are part of the The Running Grand Prix, produced by SAR.
Restrooms are located throughout the part - 1 is east of the start and 4 are approximately 300 meters north of the start.

Location

Reid Park, Ramada 10
Country Club immediately north of 22nd Street

Race Fees

If postmarked by November 17, 2010 or delivered to The Running Shop by November 19, 2010:

$14 SAR Member
$16 Non-SAR Member

Late Registration at The Running Shop from November 20-24, 2010:

$16 SAR Member
$18 Non-SAR Member

ALL on Race Day

Please note that registration for all events closes at 8 am on race day!

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Wednesday, November 17, 2010.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
In-person registration and packet pick-up at The Running Shop (3055 N. Campbell) on Saturday, November 20 10-5, or Monday, November 22 through Wednesday, November 24, 10-6.
Race day registration & packet pick-up will be available at 7:00 AM and will close promptly at 8:00 AM. Please arrive early enough to register on time - registration for all events closes at 8 AM!

Team Division (optional)

Teams of up to 7 men or women may enter. The top 4 times of each team will be totaled for the best team times. No co-ed teams are allowed. Top men’s and women’s team will win awards.

Teams and team members must be registered by Wednesday, November 24. No team members may sign up on race day, and no teams may be formed on race day. Active.com registration is not available for teams.

Awards

5k Awards

Overall Male and Female winners and Master’s Male and Female winners will receive a pair of Brooks Running Shoes from The Running Shop.
“Turkeys” to the top finisher and pies to the runner-up in each age group. Awards for top men’s and women’s teams (see below).
Slightly revised age groups are now: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 5 year divisions through age 79, and 80 and over.
Fun Run Participants will receive a finisher’s ribbon.

Beneficiaries

The race benefits Toys for Tots. Please consider making an additional donation of a new, unwrapped toy on race day. Let’s fill up those donation boxes!

Race Weather

Race conditions are typically 50 degrees, and clear skies. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be prepared!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director The Running Shop: Call 520.325.5097 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Catwalk

Saturday, November 6, 2010 / 5k & 10k

Description

Date and Time

Race Distances and Courses

Location

Race Fees

Registration

Race Weather

Results

2009

2008

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director : .

Oracle Run

Saturday, October 30, 2010 / 10k & 1m fun run
Oracle Run

Description

The 28th Annual Oracle Run - now an official SAR event and a SAR Grand Prix Event!

Come to quaint and scenic Oracle for a challenging, fun event that will take you through some very scenic areas of Oracle and by the Oracle State Park. Enjoy a Halloween theme and the fun of this small town event, which benefits the Oracle Historical Society, a non profit organization.

The course covers hilly terrain over rural roads on the north slope of the Santa Catalina Mountains at 4500 ft elevation. A course map is available.

Date and Time

Saturday, October 30, 2010
9:00 AM- 10K (6.2 Miles)
9:05 AM- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Race Distances and Courses

10K and 1 Mile Fun Runs on hilly terrain over rural roads on the northern slope of the Santa Catalina Mountains at an elevation of 5000 ft.

Location

Acadia Ranch (Oracle Historical Society)

Oracle, Arizona

Take SR 77 (Oracle Rd) north to just past the Biosphere Road and turn right on American Ave (Oracle Business District). Follow American Ave to Mt. Lemmon Road (Y split). Acadia Ranch is immediately on your right. View a map.

Race Fees

$22 - SAR Member by 10/25/10
$25 - Non-SAR Member by 10/25/10
$35 - All after 10/25/10

Registration

Awards

Oracle Run T-shirts will be given to all entrants.

Trophies for overall 10K men, women, and masters champions. Awards to top 3 men and women in 1M Run and each age division of 10K Run (15 and under, 5-year age groups up to 70, 70+).

Additional random prizes for all participants courtesy of local merchants to be drawn at conclusion of the race.

Race Weather

Check out Oracle’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be prepared!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Darrell Klesch: Call +1 520 896 9609 .

The Great Pumpkin Race at Buckelew Farms

Sunday, October 24, 2010 / 5k
The Great Pumpkin Race at Buckelew Farms

Description

The Great Pumpkin Race is set for Sunday, October 24 at the Buckelew Farm just west of Tucson. This cross-country style 5K races though the Buckelew family farm and includes portions of their wild and crazy corn maze. In addition to free entry into the farm, participants will also be eligible for great prizes, race day activities like pumpkin carving and kid’s face painting. The Great Pumpkin race benefits the Hydrocephalus Foundation and Tedy’s Team - Raising Awareness and Fighting Stroke. This is definitely one race you won’t be ‘scared’ to enter….

Date and Time

Sunday, October 24, 2010
7:30 a.m.

Race Distances and Courses

The Great Pumpkin Race is a fun filled, low cost 5k through the Buckelew family farm and their wild and crazy Halloween themed corn maze. The course is a flat, traditional cross-country course along dirt roads and through the corn maze. Runners of all abilities, from those competing in their first 5k, to those looking for a PR, will enjoy the course.

Location

Buckelew Farms
17000 W Ajo Hwy
Tucson, AZ 85735-2128

Race Fees

$10 SAR Member by 10/21/10
$12 All others by 10/21/10
$12 All after 10/22/10

Registration

Entry to Buckelew Farms

Thanks to the Buckelew family, the entry fee into Buckelew Farms is waived so that you may purchase your own pumpkin. Enjoy crafts and other activities for the entire family.

Awards

We’re excited to offer prizes in multiple age groups making this race a truly family-friendly event. Thanks to The Running Shop and Tedy’s Team for providing prizes.
Age groups will be 11 and under, 12-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85+
Top three overall and Master’s winner will be taken out of age group awards. All participants are eligible for raffle prizes.

Race Weather

Start-time temperatures are usually near 60 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

2009

2007

2006

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director : Call Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information .

Tucson Medical Center Get Moving Tucson 10 Miler and 5k Run and Family-Friendly Walk

Saturday, October 9, 2010 / 10m, 5k run/walk, and 1k walk
Tucson Medical Center Get Moving Tucson 10 Miler and 5k Run and Family-Friendly Walk

Description

The 6th TMC Get Moving Tucson 10-mile run, 5k run/walk, and new 1k non-competitive family fitness walk takes place in Downtown Tucson on Saturday morning, October 9th, 2010, with all races starting at 8:00am. This is the 31st running of the annual SAR 10-miler.

NEW TITLE SPONSORTucson Medical Center has joined the Southern Arizona Roadrunners as the title sponsor for Get Moving Tucson. Thanks to TMC, we will continue to have the city’s premier long distance event!

The TMC Get Moving Tucson has once again partnered with Tucson’s most popular festival, Tucson Meet Yourself. Every year, over 100,000 visitors flock to Tucson Meet Yourself, a 3-day fair of food, music, dance, and a celebration of our shared culture. See http://www.tucsonmeetyourself.org.

As last year, the TMC Get Moving Tucson start/finish and staging area will be on Church Street just north of Congress. Thanks to Pepsi, Gatorade, Sobe, Muscle Milk, and Sunflower Farmer’s Market, plus the many Tucson Meet Yourself ethnic food vendors, there will be plenty of food and drink. Entertainment will include a wide variety of global music and dance, including Afro-Caribbean & Taiko drumming, Salsa & Zumba dancing, Martial Arts demonstrations, games & folk arts activities and much more. After the run, stay for the fun!

Date and Time

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2010 —start/finish at 115 North Church Street, Downtown Tucson at Jacome Library Plaza
8:00 AM start for the 10 mile running race
8:00 AM start for the 5k race and family friendly walk
8:05 AM start for the new 1k walk

Come join the Southern Arizona Roadrunners for a world-class event in the heart of Downtown Tucson:

Weekly “Get Moving Tucson Training Runs” at the Meet Me At Maynard’s Social Runs and Walks, Monday Nights, 6:00 PM at Maynard’s Market, 400 North Toole - walkers and runners of all abilities welcome.
Great weekend getaway: Discounted hotel pricing at the historic Hotel Congress and the Arizona Hotel for out-of-town visitors - both are within walking distance of the start/finish line
Raffles for all, age group awards, and plenty of post-race food and drink —awards and raffles courtesy of the Running Shop.
Concerned about parking? Don’t be! There’s plenty of free parking - here’s a map.

Race Distances and Courses

10 miler

The 10-miler begins and ends on 115 North Church, near the Downtown library, and winds through historic Downtown Tucson, the Basket Bridge, the Rattlesnake Bridge, the Fourth Avenue district, and the University of Arizona. The final half-mile will be along the urban canyons of Congress. Thanks to the Running Shop for 10-mile sponsorship!Preliminary map here. See www.aznightbuzz.com for 2008 course information and a running blog.
View Interactive Map on MapMyRun.com:

5K race and walk

The 3.1 mile out and back course will let you share the fun—through the new Fourth Avenue Underpass, and up and down Fourth Avenue, with a finish along Congress. All walkers eligible for raffle prizes. Preliminary map here:
Preliminary map here.

New 1k family fitness walk

The new 1k route takes you through the Tucson Meet Yourself festival on a non-competitive family-friendly walk. All participants receive the same great race t-shirt.

Location

110 North Church Street in historic Downtown Tucson

Race Fees

10-mile race
$15 SAR Member by 8/5/10
$17 Non-SAR Member by 8/5/10
$20 SAR Member by 9/7/10
$23 Non-SAR Member by 9/7/10
$30 All by 10/1/10
$35 All after 10/1/10

5k run/walk*
$10 All until 8/5/10
$15 All until 9/7/10
$20 All after 10/1/10

1k walk*
$10 All until 8/5/10
$15 All until 9/7/10
$20 All after 10/1/10

* All children 10 and under are free, with no t-shirt. Extra t-shirts may be available for sale.

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Monday, October 4, 2010.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
In-person registration and early registration packet pick-up is available on Friday, October 8th at The Running Shop (3055 N Campbell - map) from 10-3.
Race day registration & packet pick-up will be available at the race site, 6:30-7:30 AM. Please be sure to arrive early enough to register on time!

Race Hotels

Both Downtown race hotels offer discounts to all participants and are steps away from the start/finish line. The historic Hotel Congress is providing discounted hotel rooms. Please call them at (520) 622-8848 for details. The Hotel Arizona is providing discounted hotel rooms for $79/night. Call them at 1-800-845-4596.

Awards

All 5k and 10-Mile registrants will receive a colorful t-shirt and will be eligible for a variety of raffle prizes. Modest prize money to top finishers in 10-miler and 5k. Age group awards in the 10-miler and 5k run will be presented to the first, second, third place finishers in 5-year increments. Top three overall and Master’s winner taken out of age group awards. All participants are eligible for raffle prizes.

Beneficiaries

Proceeds from the event will fund a host of local charities, including the Tucson Meet Yourself festival, the American Heart Association and Tucson Heart Ball, IdeaXchange/IdeaFunding, and TMC’s Children’s Miracle Network.

Community Partners

We want to thank a host of community partners for help with this event. We urge all runners and walkers to patronize our sponsors and partners:

Caliente and the Arizona Daily Star
Cox Communications
Tucson Lifestyle Magazine
92.9 The Mountain and Clear Channel Radio
Tucson Meet Yourself
The City of Tucson Mayor’s Office, the Downtown Tucson Partnership, and the City of Tucson Parks and Recreation
Greater Tucson Leadership
Imagine Greater Tucson
IdeaXchange, IdeaFunding
Tucson Heart Ball and American Heart Association

Race Weather

Race conditions are typically 63 degrees at race start, and clear skies. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be prepared!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Randy Accetta: Call 520-991-0733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Jim Click’s Run n’ Roll

Sunday, October 3, 2010 / 8k & 3k
Jim Click’s Run n’ Roll

Description

Date and Time

Race Distances and Courses

Location

Race Fees

Registration

Race Weather

Results

2009

2008

2007

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director : .

TMC Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run

Monday, September 6, 2010 / 8 mile & new 5k
TMC Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run

Description

Labor Day Monday, September 6, 2010. This scenic course and post-race festivities truly embrace the spirit of the old Southwest, making the Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run a regional favorite. Our rolling 8-mile and 5k courses loop through a cactus forest in the foothills of the scenic Rincon Mountains at Saguaro National Park East. This event has been featured as a Runner’s World Race of the Month.

We are super-excited about the 41st TMC Saguaro National Park Labor Day Run scheduled for Labor Day Monday. All indications are that this will be the most popular Saguaro ever, with over a thousand registrants. It should be a blast, so come on out! Below are some details for the weekend.

Registration
You can still register for the race on Monday morning at Saguaro National Park East from 5:00-6:00 am. If you have not paid, you will need to pay at the front gate and take a ticket to the maintenance yard to pick up your bib number and t-shirt. If you have already paid, walk through the main gates, head to the maintenance yard, and the team of volunteers will take care of you.

• We’re giving away Zorrel technical shirts, the same given away at the Cinco de Mayo 10k (the planned New Balance shirts were out of stock). The race shirts are a poly-blend designed to wick moisture; unfortunately, as with almost every clothing item these days, they run on the small side.
• Remember: put your bib number on the front of your shirt!

Monday Parking and Travel
Please try to car-pool and please do not park in driveways or on the bike lanes. Pima County Sheriff deputies will be on hand to ensure safety, so be considerate of others, obey traffic laws, and be safe when traveling from your vehicle to the race site.

Coming from Phoenix or elsewhere? Check out the race hotel, JW Marriott Starr Pass, for discounts. See below for details.

Event Day Schedule
• 5:00-6:00 am Registration
• 6:20 Announce winner of the 2010 Spirit of Rob Bell Award, presented by Performance Footwear
• 6:23 National Anthem
• 6:27 5k start
• 6:30 8-miler start
• 8:30 Kid’s Race
• 8:45 Begin Spirit of Rob Bell Award, Raffle Prizes, and Awards*
* Raffle prizes have been donated by REI, the Running Shop, Worldly Soles, and Ben’s Bells, plus a few free entries to upcoming SAR races. We’ll have awards for both races - no double-dipping, so overall age group winners will be pulled out from the age group awards.

Miscellaneous
The race starting area will be crowded, so please line up according to expected pace per mile, with 5-minute milers at the front of the line.

No dogs are allowed so don’t bring the pooch! For safety sake, strollers are OK in the 5k, but not the 8-miler. Wheelchair athletes are welcome—but please no bikes, roller blades or anything else with wheels. Headphones are discouraged - if you must wear them, please leave one ear free for safety.

Culligan has donated plenty of refreshing water, with aid stations at approximately 2, 4, 6, and 7 miles. Thanks to Sahuaro High School for handling 2 and 4, Santa Rita High School for handling marker 6, and the Tucson Tri-Girls for handling the 7-mile mark and the 5k turn-around. St. Augustine High School Cross Country team will also be on the course, and we’ll also have the Ham Radio Society of Tucson on course, plus a dedicated ambulance from Rural Metro at the finish line.

Thanks to Waste Management, we have more port-o-johns than ever before, including one around the 4 mile mark.Please do not use the desert to relieve yourself: the Park Service may fine you - and a snake may bite you!!

After the race, enjoy Muscle Milk, XOOD, and plenty of snack food from Sunflower market. Grab a free massage from the massage therapists at the Cortiva Institute, and visit with The Running Shop, REI, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection, Watershed Management, Ben’s Bells, and event partners.

In particular, please be sure to visit the Tucson Medical Center tent and snag some give-away plunder - TMC has become a leading sponsor of SAR events and their commitment to the health and wellness of our region is to be commended.

The Park Service will also have two areas to visit, so check them out - cool skulls, skins and other fun things. . . .

Weather: The Weather Channel claims it will be around 75 at race start, with a daytime high of only 91.

Questions? Email or call .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), SAR race director at 520-991-0733

Date and Time

Race Start: 6:30 a.m.

Race Distances and Courses

8 miler and 5k family walk and run at Saguaro National Park East at 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail Rd. The course is a challenging 8 mile loop with lots of rolling hills (see course profile in photo to right). Aid stations at approximately 2, 4, 6, and 7 miles provide plenty of relief with Oasis/Culligan water, with XOOD at mile 4. Thanks to the Tri-Girls, Santa Rita High School, and Rincon High School for helping with the aid stations!

NEW 5k! A family-friendly 5k, on an out-and-back flatter course is also available. Strollers are allowed in the Fun Run/Walk only, but please, no bicycles, wheelchairs, skateboards, strollers, roller-skates, or pets allowed in the 8-miler. The 8M course closes at 8:30 a.m.

Location

Saguaro National Park East at 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail Rd. Please note: The race is at Saguaro National Park EAST!

Race Fees

Entry fees include the $5 National Park entry fee (see below for details)

8 Mile Race – mail-in registration*
SAR member until 8/5/10 $20 _________
Non SAR member until 8/5/10 $25_________

All until 9/1/10 $30_________

All after 9/1/10 $35 _________

5k Run/Walk – mail-in registration*
Children under 12 are free with no t-shirt

All by 9/1/10 $15 _________
All after 9/1/10 $20 _________

*Children under 12 are free.
* Please note that the Park Service asks that all participants pay the standard $5 entry fee to the park. This amount will go directly to the National Parks Service. If you buy an annual pass to the national parks (or are under 16 years of age), this fee will be waived if you provide your permit number on your mail-in entry form. For information on an annual park pass go to www.nps.gov/sagu/. Park Service fee discount not available via online registration.

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Wednesday, September 1, 2010.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
In-person registration and packet pick-up will be held at The Running Shop (3055 N Campbell - map) on Saturday, September 4, 2010 from 10am - 3pm.
Race day registration and packet pick-up will be available at the park entrance 5:15am-6:00am. Please arrive early enough to register on time!

Additional Details

Special recognition
The Spirit of Rob Bell Award recognizing the Tucson-area runner most exhibiting Rob Bell’s enthusiasm for running will be awarded at the starting line before the race. Presented by Performance Footwear. Click here for more information on the Rob Bell Award, including nomination information.

Parking
Park along Old Spanish Trail & Freeman Road. Please don’t block driveways or bike paths. Carpooling is strongly recommended. The earlier you arrive, the shorter your warm-up jog!

Park Fee
The National Park Service has been gracious about allowing us access to the beautiful park. The Park Service asks that all participants pay the standard $5 entry fee to the park. This amount will go directly to the National Parks Service. If you buy an annual pass to the national parks (or are under 16 years of age), this fee will be waived if you provide your permit number on your entry form. For information on an annual park pass, see visit this page, or visit any national park and inquire at entry. Race entry fees also include labor cost of additional park rangers required for the event.

Race Hotels

Official Hotel: JW Marriott at Starr Pass. The JW Marriott at Starr Pass is offering special event pricing of $129.00 plus 13.05% sales tax & $2.00 city tax. Whether as a staycation for Tucsonans or a fun way to enjoy the weekend for our out of town guests, consider staying at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Tucson Resort & Spa, a resort hotel that is rich with culture, history and beauty. Experience a truly unique destination resort complete with world class spa facilities and nationally acclaimed Arizona golf courses. Fine dining and award winning restaurants further complement this one of a kind Tucson resort hotel.

At first blush, this might seem like an odd choice for a race at Saguaro East– after all, the Starr Pass Marriott is on the opposite side of town, about 20 miles from the race start. But it’s an easy drive – head straight east for 16 miles on Starr Pass Blvd/22nd Avenue, then turn right on Old Spanish Trail for about 4 miles until you hit the race – it’s easy as pie. For driving directions, see http://new.mapquest.com/mq/3-n_7p.

For reservations, call 520-792-3500 and mention the Saguaro race. See www.jwmarriottstarrpass.com for more information on the resort.

Awards

Not only are all participants eligible for a host of raffle awards to be handed out at the awards ceremony after the race, but we’ve added a few new awards; we’re still modifying these, so expect some changes, though:

+ “Glad to Finish Award”: a random drawing from the last five finishers in both the 2-miler and the 8-miler will receive a gift certificate to the Running Shop
+ $50 cash to the fastest male and female who equals or betters their age in time (+10 minutes for women)
+ Fun Run Awards: Modest awards to overall winners and first stroller
+ 8-mile Awards:
* Overall man and woman winner: Custom watch from master jeweler Craig Dabler valued at $300; a pair of New Balance shoes, courtesy of The Running Shop; and $100 cash on the barrelhead
* Master’s man and woman winner: New Balance shoes, courtesy of The Running Shop
* 1st place age-group winners receive special long-sleeve New Balance technical shirt
* 2nd place age group winners receive special New Balance tank tops
* 3rd place age group winners receive New Balance hats

The Saguaro National Park 8-miler is part of SAR’s 2010 Running Shop Desert Grand Prix.

Beneficiaries

The Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection is an alliance of 35 local environmental and community organizations dedicated to achieving the long-term conservation of biological diversity and ecological function of the Sonoran Desert through comprehensive land-use planning in Pima County and the region. The Coalition utilizes outreach, education, advocacy, grassroots activism, and a variety of conservation planning activities to achieve the vision of the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan. More information on the Coalition’s many projects can be found at www.sonorandesert.org.

Other beneficiaries include the cross country programs of Santa Rita and Rincon High Schools, as well as the SAR Children’s Fitness Fund.

Kids' and Post-Race Activities

Thanks to the Cortiva Institute, free massages are once again available to participants.

Community Partners

New Title Sponsor: Tucson Medical Center. A special thanks to Tucson Medical Center for all their support of the Southern Arizona Roadrunners and the local health and fitness community. Due to TMC’s financial contribution, we’re able to have technical shirts for participants and we’re able to donate more funds to SAR’s Children’s Fitness Fund and other beneficiaries of this race. Thanks TMC!! Check out their Girls on the Run program, coming soon!

Race Weather

Race conditions at start are typically 75 degrees or higher, humid, clear skies, and no wind.It gets hotter later in the day . . . check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be prepared!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Randy Accetta: Call 520-991-0733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk

Saturday, June 5, 2010 / 5k Night Run
TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run/Walk

Description

REGISTRATION SATURDAY:

June 5 Registration, T-shirt pick-up
• 10:00 -2:00 at the Running Shop (3055 North Campbell, south of Ft. Lowell, west side of street)
• 5:00-6:00 pm at La Placita Village, 110 South Church, at Broadway
• Race starts at 6:30

Walkers, runners, strollers, and more: join us Saturday night, June 5, 2010 for a fast and fun 5k that winds through Downtown neighborhoods. Our goal is to help revitalize Downtown Tucson - so come on down and enjoy an early summer Saturday night.

More than a race—a family-friendly and adult-friendly block party that raises funds for local organizations. Run, walk, dance: Genevieve and the LP’s is the headlining band Listen to their music at their website..

Every entrant in the TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run gets a free ticket to Saint Ralph at the Fox, with great scenes of the Boston Marathon—first come, first served, film starting at about 8:00 pm on race night. Saint Ralph tells the story of 9th grader Ralph Walker who comes to believe that his ill mother will live if only he can win the 1954 Boston Marathon. Check out the trailer here.

Got kids? The enjoy the great Children’s Pavilion produced by TMC and the Children’s Museum, with event such as make your own pinwheels, make your own visor, and garden games. Then stick around and enjoy an age-appropriate film, presented by Cinema La Placita (one of the event beneficiaries) starting at about 8:00pm. The other free film for the night is Spirited Away, hosted by the outdoors Cinema La Placita. Spirited Away is an Academy Award winning Japanese animated film about a sullen ten-year-old girl who is in the process of moving to a new town (presumably in the countryside) with her family; the film chronicles her adventures in a world of spirits and monsters. It was chosen by Erika O’Dowd from Cinema La Placita as a family-friendly, girl-friendly movie, so bring the family!

Downtown-area restaurants will give away free food after the race - last year we had Chris of Chris’s Courtyard Cafe, Quesadilla’s Grill, Barrio Grill, The Cup Cafe, On a Roll Sushi, Cafe 54, Cafe A la Carte, Cushing Street Bar and Restaurant, and refreshments from Sunflower Market

Thirsty? Two-for-one beverages at the Hotel Congress/Maynard’s Kitchen after the race: 2-4-1 well drinks and domestics (sadly, PBR and High life are NOT included). At the finish line, enjoy cold Snapple ice tea, Muscle Milk recovery drink, and Oasis/Culligan water—plus Xoom juice is offering discount smoothies to participants! Get coupons at the race!

Awards and raffles courtesy of local merchants and the Running Shop —the race is part of SAR’s Running Shop Desert Grand Prix. Prize money: $100 to first 5 men who break 15:15, with additional $100 bonus to overall winner who breaks 15:15. $100 to first 5 women who break 18:00, with additional $100 bonus to overall winner who breaks 18:00. See details below.

Date and Time

Saturday, June 5, 2010, 6:30 pm

Race Distances and Courses

The flat loop 3.1 mile course will let you share the fun with walkers and runners of all abilities. Start/finish on Church Avenue at La Placita Village, winding through the neighborhoods to the north and south. Plenty of nearby parking.

START/FINISH on Church Avenue - See the new map

Strollers are absolutely welcome— due to insurance regulations, no dogs, roller blades, bicycles, headphones. The course is wheelchair-friendly.

Location

Downtown Tucson. Why Downtown? Downtown is the hub of our diverse region, and we’re committed to showcasing its beauty and highlights, from shopping, arts, housing, and dining. Interested in visiting Tucson? See what the New York Times says to do with “36 Hours in Tucson”. For more information about the race, check out the 2009 Arizona Illustrated news piece by Luis Carrion or the City of Tucson Channel 12 piece from 2008.

Race Fees

Early registration extended to May 30!

$15 - ALL by 4/1/10
$20 - SAR Member by 5/30/10
$23 - Non SAR Member by 5/30/10
$30 - All after 5/30/10 and on event weekend

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Sunday, June 7, 2009.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
In-person registration and early registration packet pick-up is available at The Running Shop (3055 N Campbell - map). Register for the race and pick up your shirt and race number on Saturday, June 5, 2010 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Of course, the great folks at The Running Shop will also take your entry anytime!
Race day registration & packet pick-up will be available La Placita Village (110 South Church Street), starting at 5:00 PM on June 5, 2010. Please arrive early enough to register on time!

New Artwork! Posters will be available for sale at the race.

Race Hotels

The Hotel Arizona is offering a special price of $69/night for Meet Me participants. Call 800-845-4596 and reference Meet Me Downtown. Hotel Arizona is about 20 yards from the starting line. As well, the historic Hotel Congress is providing discounted hotel rooms. Please call them at 1.800.722.8848 for details.

Awards

All 5k registrants will receive a t-shirt and will be eligible for a variety of raffle prizes. To help promote excellence in running, the TMC Meet Me Downtown event will provide $100 to first five men who break 15:15, with an additional $100 bonus to the overall winner who breaks 15:15. The Running Shop and New Balance will provide a free pair of shoes for the top male runner. For the women’s division, $100 will go to the first five women who break 18:00, with an additional $100 bonus to the overall winner who breaks 18:00. The Running Shop and New Balance will provide a free pair of New Balance shoes for the top male and female runner and the top master’s male and female.

The first 1,000 entrants will receive a cool Retro Trek postcard with our new race logo. The general raffle for participants will include items from New Balance, Retro Trek, the Running Shop, and other merchants. In fact, the Tucson Children’s Museum is raffling off visitor gift packs and other items. Age group awards: Overall age group winners will receive short sleeve technical shirts courtesy of the Running Shop and New Balance; second-place will receive aluminum NB water bottles; and third place will receive New Balance beverage glasses. Overall winners are taken out of age group awards.

Beneficiaries

Thanks to the registration fees of participants and the sponsorship dollars of Tucson Medical Center, we’re able to provide funds for the Tucson Children’s Museum for ongoing projects. We provide operating expenses to the Fox Theatre and a small gesture to the Fox Foundation. We provide operations and donations to Cinema La Placita. The common thread for these organizations is their passion to create – they create jobs, they create activities, they create creativity, and we need more of all three here in Tucson.

An additional race beneficiary is the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN), an international non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for, and awareness of, children’s hospitals across the country. Tucson Medical Center has been a part of Children’s Miracle Network since 1984, raising more than $7.5 million for the TMC Foundation Children’s Fund to benefit local programs for infants and children. Money raised in Southern Arizona stays here to support wellness programs, purchase life-saving medical equipment and provide health services for children at Tucson Medical Center.

Funds also go to the Southern Arizona Roadrunners and the Children’s Fitness Fund.

Two other charities are also focused on creating, but with the very specific goal of creating a better greater Tucson. Greater Tucson Leadership is a 30-year non-profit devoted to inspiring, promoting, and developing leadership in Tucson, primarily through a 10-session course in issues facing Greater Tucson. Funds from Meet Me Downtown go to GTL’s scholarship programs to help those wishing to learn about civic issues and develop individual and collective leadership plan.
Another beneficiary is a new collaborative effort, Imagine Greater Tucson, a group of local citizens, businesses, organizations, and neighborhoods dedicated to working throughout the greater Tucson region to create a common vision of the place we want to live over the coming decades. Funds from Meet Me Downtown will go towards the visioning process due to start in the fall that will engage as many voices/people in the greater Tucson region as possible. Keep an eye out for it.

Community Partners

We want to thank a host of community partners for help with this event. We urge all runners and walkers to patronize our sponsors and partners:

Tucson Medical Center
Caliente and the Arizona Daily Star
Hotel Congress, the Cup Café, Maynard’s Market
The Running Shop
92.9 The Mountain
Cox Communications
Oasis/Culligan Water
Downtown Tucson Partnership
Tucson Convention Center
Fox Theatre Foundation
Greater Tucson Leadership
Imagine Greater Tucson
Bourn Partners

Race Weather

Well, it’s early summer in Tucson - the weather will no doubt be hot. But check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast for up-to-date information.

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Randy Accetta: Call +15209910733 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Spring Cross-Country Classic

Saturday, April 24, 2010 / 5k
Spring Cross-Country Classic

Description

The Spring Cross-Country is a fun filled, low cost 5k through the scenic rolling trails of Lincoln Park. A wide variety of age groups means everyone competes for prizes, and new this year—a race-walk division! In addition, there are separate races for men and women. The loop course lets everyone be both participant and spectator. Choose a t-shirt from a grab bag of shirts from other club runs.

Date and Time

Saturday, April 24, 2010

7:30 AM Men’s 5K
8:15 AM Women’s 5K

Race Distances and Courses

The cross-country course winds its way through the desert surrounding Lincoln Park, mainly on dirt trails. This 5K race features a challenging two-loop course with rolling hills through the desert. It finishes along a paved path to Ramada 1 at Upper Lincoln Park, which leads to exciting finish line competition!

Check out a great overview map of the course thanks to our sponsor Topofusion Spring Cross Map.

Location

Lincoln Park-Ramada #1
Pantano just south of Escalante. Park off of Escalante.

Race Fees

$7 - SAR Member by 4/19/10
$8 - All others by 4/19/10
$9 - All from 4/20/10 to 4/23/10
$12 - All on Race Day

Registration

Print Registration Form and mail it in. Registration by mail must be postmarked by Monday, April 19, 2010.
Register online with a credit card at active.com.
Packet pick-up at The Running Shop April 23, 3-6 pm.
Race day registration 6:30-7:00 (Men) and 6:30-7:45 (Women).

Beer Garden and Potluck

After the race, get together with family and friends and enjoy a day in the park with family-friendly activities and games. Highlighted by a kids dash and our 2nd annual egg toss championships. There will also be a pot-luck so bring your favorite family dish. Enjoy Tucson’s only race with a beer garden! During the awards ceremony, have a beer (with valid ID and race number) or non-alcoholic Kamikaze Juice or Red Lip Lizard Punch on us.

Awards

There will be prize money to the overall top three finishers. Prize money is courtesy of topofusion.com.

Prize break-down is as follows:

First - $100
Second - $50
Third - $25

Age groups will be 11 and under, 12-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85+

Top three overall and Master’s winner will be taken out of age group awards. All participants are eligible for raffle prizes.

Beneficiaries

SAR Children’s Fitness Fund

For local programs combating childhood obesity
and diabetes.

Kids' and Post-Race Activities

Pot luck - bring your favorite dish! Kid’s Dash and 2nd Annual Egg Toss Championships

Race Weather

Start-time temperatures are usually near 65 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Tim Bentley & Paula Morrison: .

Sabino Canyon Sunset Run

Saturday, April 17, 2010 / 7.4m
Sabino Canyon Sunset Run

Description

Sabino Canyon is undeniably perfect and the quintessential Tucson running location. The SAR Sabino Canyon Sunset Run has one goal: to create a race worthy of the Canyon. The race, designed to capitalize on the majestic nature of Sabino provides a unique opportunity to experience the challenges of a great race in a paradoxically tranquil environment. This unique 7.4 mile event winds its way into (and out of) Sabino Canyon.

This is the third year that the race has been part of the Grand Prix so sign up fast: capacity is limited and the race fills quickly! We look forward to seeing you on April 17, 2010.

Date and Time

The evening of April 17, 2010
6:00 PM

Sunset is at 6:55 PM. Aid stations and finish line will be picked up 105 minutes after the start. If you plan to be out there longer be aware you’ll be on your own. Carry a flashlight!

Race Distances and Courses

7.4 miles

The out and back 7.4 mile paved course along Sabino Creek crosses nine bridges and provides the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Catalina Mountains as the sun sets against them. The course is uphill on the way into the canyon and downhill on the way back, with aid stations at approximately miles 1.6, 3.7 (turn-around point), and 5.8.

Please, no bicycles, strollers, skateboards, roller-blades, or pets allowed on the course.

Location

Sabino Canyon, at 5900 North Sabino Canyon Road, just north of Sunrise Drive - (map).

Parking is available in the main parking area ($5 fee collected by Parks Service upon entering the lot, unless you have an annual pass).

Parking is also available at Canyon View Elementary School (5725 N. Sabino Canyon Road) and Esperero Middle School (5801 N. Sabino Canyon Road).

Please note that parking is not allowed on Sabino Canyon Road north of Sunrise Drive.

Race Fees

$20 - SAR Member by 4/1/10
$25 - Non-member by 4/1/10
$30 - All After 4/1/10 (if race is not full)
$35 - Race Day (if race is not full)

Registration

Packet Pick-up

Saturday, April 17th, 2010:
10am - 2pm at Performance Footwear (5350 E Broadway #170 in the Williams Center)
4pm - 5:30pm at Sabino Canyon.

Awards

Awards ceremony will follow the race at 7:45pm.

Awards to the top 3 overall and masters male and female finishers and the top 3 overall male and female finishers in five year age groups.

Beneficiaries

Friends of Sabino Canyon

A portion of the proceeds from this race will be donated to the Friends of Sabino Canyon’s ‘Save Our Sabino’ campaign to help preserve and restore Sabino Canyon. Please visit their webpage for more information about the organization and their events.

Race Weather

Start-time temperatures are usually near 80 degrees F, clear skies, and no wind. Check out Tucson’s current conditions and forecast so you’ll be race-ready!

Results

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director Rane Clements: or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

YMCA Lighthouse 10k

Sunday, February 21, 2010 /

Description

Date and Time

Race Distances and Courses

Location

Race Fees

Registration

Race Weather

Results

2010

Contact

Contact the Southern Arizona Roadrunners Hotline at (520) 326-9383 for more information.
Race Director : .

SAR’s Annual Member Recognition Dinner

Sunday, January 24, 2010 /

Description

All SAR members are invited to a gala evening celebrating the accomplishments of runners in our community, honoring the 2009 SAR Desert Grand Prix winners, and kicking off the 2010 season. Please join us at at our annual dinner, on Sunday evening, January 24th, 2010. Our goal is simple: have fun by socializing with friends, strangers, and comrades from our running community. The agenda includes social conversation from 5:00-6:00 with music from the Determined Luddites, the regular Meet Me At Maynard’s band. Other activities include a word from club President, Mary Lasser, including recognition of the Children’s Fitness Fund award winners and recognition of the Rob Bell Memorial Award winner. The SAR volunteer committee responsible for managing the Running Shop Grand Prix is coordinating recognition and awards for the Volunteers of the Year and the Grand Prix overall and age group winners.

We will also have “Around the Room” stories from the past year. Please send stories and photos to event organizer, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Cost: $12 Adults, $5 Kids (kids menu chicken fingers and french fries)

Schedule of events: 5:00 - 6:00 - social hour (cash bar)
6:00 food served (mexican buffett)
6:30 - Awards start
RSVP by printing, completing, and mailing to SAR your RSVP form.
Deadline for RSVP and payment is Monday, January 18th.
Please understand that we cannot accept payment at the door, so please do RSVP and send in payment before January 18th.

Please send pictures and stories about your running highlights from 2009 to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Other questions? Contact co-event director, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Thanks to Kara, Sandy, Lisa, Sheryl, and Anna for coordinating this fun evening!

Date and Time

Date: Sunday, Jan. 24th, 2010
Time: 5:00 - 7:30pm

Race Distances and Courses

All SAR members are invited to a gala evening celebrating the accomplishments of runners in our community, honoring the 2009 SAR Running Shop Grand Prix winners, and kicking off the 2010 season .