Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles - 34 Years - One Goal
Event name:
Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles - 34 Years - One Goal
Event date and time:
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Event type:
Half marathon, Marathon
Registration closed:
Online registration is closed, please register at the event. the Buffalo Bar in Idaho Springs or at the District Administration Building on Race Day
City and state
Georgetown
, CO
Description:
The Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon is one of the most pleasurable runs in the western United States. The race course parallels Clear Creek and is a very scenic, gently rolling mountain course that winds down the Clear Creek Valley. Vehicular traffic on the course is normally minimal. Be aware, however, that the road is closed only for one lane. Runners must stay to the right side of the road. Although the course is at high elevation (8500’ to 7500’ start to finish) it is a relatively fast one due to the gentle downhill nature. The course is certified by the USATF (CO-02020DP ). The course is not compatible with wheelchairs or strollers because it includes a trail section.
Directions to start:
The start is next to Georgetown Lakes and is a pretty as it gets running first toward town then along the frontage road into Idaho Springs
Parking:
You can park at the start (no buses to take you back however so have a buddy) or at the finish and get bussed to the start. See www.gtishalf.org for details.
Timing Chip
The race will be timed with an electronic timing chip. You must wear the chip for the race duration to receive your results. The chip is on the back of the bib, Please do not place the chip near a magnet. There is a $10 replacement chip charge .
Refund Policy
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS, rollovers or transfer of bibs or entry fees. If you are unable to run, you will not receive a refund nor can you sell or give your bib to another party. Registration goes to a charitable cause.
ALTITUDE AND WEATHER:
- Elevation at start is 8500 ft. and ends at 7500 ft. at the finish
- Early morning temperatures at this elevation can be 45to 50° and can reach 85° by finish
- While conditions are usually optimal at this time of year, you should be prepared for adverse weather while being in a mountainous location
Packet pickup:
If you register on line you may pick up your packet at Runner's Roost Denver on Saturday or Sunday August 4th or 5th from 10 am to 4 pm. Or you may pick up your packet from 10 am to 8 pm at the Buffalo Bar in Idaho Springs on Friday August 9th or at the start in Georgetown on Race day at 6:30 am.
Registration info:
The registration fees are designed to give runners the best VALUE half marathon anywhere. You get a world class event at the cost of community fun run. We do have various deadlines for getting the best price with the first being Early Registration ending on May 1st, for $36. The price then goes up by $10 to $46 till July 9th, then it increases again. So sign up early.
Options:
Hurry, there are only 1977 entries remaining for this event.
Online registration is closed, please register at the event. the Buffalo Bar in Idaho Springs or at the District Administration Building on Race Day
