The Voo Du & Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K

Date

Start: Sunday, October 31, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Additional Date Information

8:00 a.m.

Address

BREC's Farr Park
6400 River Road Baton Rouge, LA

Registration Closing Date

Friday, October 29, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

The Voo Du duathlons and Jack O'Lantern 5K offer something for everyone. The Big Voo Du: 5K run/18 mi bike/5K run; The Little Voo Du: 2 mi run/10 mi bike/2 mi run; The Dirty Voo Du: 2 mi run/8 mi mountain-fat tire bike/2 mi run; The Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 2 mile run; and, the Multisport Fitness 1/2 mile kid's race.

The Voo Du & Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K

The Voo Du duathlons and Jack O'Lantern 5K offer something for everyone. The Big Voo Du: 5K run/18 mi bike/5K run; The Little Voo Du: 2 mi run/10 mi bike/2 mi run; The Dirty Voo Du: 2 mi run/8 mi mountain-fat tire bike/2 mi run; The Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 2 mile run; and, the Multisport Fitness 1/2 mile kid's race.

Do You Voo Du?

The races start and finish at BREC's Farr Park on River Road. All of the runs (except the kid's 1/2 mile) are out and back with the majority of the run being on the levee...great views of Ol' Man River. The rides for the Big and Little Voo Du are out and back on River Road. The ride for the Dirty Voo Du is out and back on the levee. These are mostly flat and very fast races!

The Big Voo Du

Run a 5k on the levee, ride 18 miles on River Road, run another 5K on the levee...and you've nailed The Big Voo Du. There are road bike and fat tire divisions and relay teams of 2 or 3 are allowed. Get your gris gris on and be a Big Voo Du Mama or Daddy!

Big Voo Du Fees

The Big Voo Du race fees are: Individual Road and/or Fat Tire Divisions: $40.00 through Sept.15; $45.00 through Oct. 15; $50.00 after Sept. 15. Relays: $60.00 through Sept. 15; $70.00 through Oct. 15; $80.00 after Oct. 15.

The Little Voo Du

Not interested in stirring up a bunch of black magic? Stir up a little! Run 2 miles on the levee, ride 10 miles on River Road, run another 2 miles on the levee...and you've knocked out The Little Voo Du. There are road bike and fat tire divisions and relay teams of 2 or 3 are allowed.

Little Voo Du Fees

The Little Voo Du race fees are: Individual Road and/or Fat Tire Divisions: $40.00 through Sept. 15; $45.00 through Oct. 15; $50.00 after Sept. 15// Relays: $60.00 through Sept. 15; $70.00 through Oct. 15; $80.00 after Oct. 15

The Dirty Voo Du

How about a little bone rattling? Run 2 miles on the levee, ride 8 miles on the levee, run another 2 miles on the levee....and you've made it through The Dirty Voo Du. There is only 1 division as mountain/fat tire bikes are strongly suggested. Relay teams of 2 or 3 are allowed.

Dirty Voo Du Fees

The Dirty Voo Du race fees are: Individual: $40.00 through Sept. 15; $45.00 through Oct 15; $50.00 after Oct 15.// Relays: $60.00 through Sept. 15; $70.00 through Oct. 15; $80.00 after Oct. 15.

The Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K & 2 mile

The first 5K run of The Big Voo Du and the first 2 miles of The Little Voo Du and Dirty Voo Du are also The Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern 5K & 2 mile runs, respectively. Out and back from Farr Park to a turn around on top of the levee and back to Farr Park, you'll have approximately 1/2 mile on pavement and the rest on gravel and packed dirt. These fast, fun runs are just the way to burn through a fall Louisiana morning. Walkers are welcome!

Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K & 2 mile fees

The Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K & 2 mile race fees are: Individual: $20.00 through September 15; $25.00 through October 15; $30.00 after October 15.

Multisport Fitness Kid's Race

The kid's race will take place 15 minutes before the start of the other races. It will be an out and back 1/2 mile race. The fees are $8.00 though October 15; $12.00 after. All pre-registered kids will get a shirt. All kids racing will get an award.

Can I do both a duathlon and a run?

If you are doing The Big Voo Du, either as an individual or relay team member, you may also register for the Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and possibly earn awards in both. If you are doing The Little or Dirty Voo Du, either as an individual or relay team member, you may also register for the Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile and possibly earn awards in both. You must be registered for both a road race and a duathlon to be eligible for awards in both.

Big Voo Du (individual) + Jack O'Lantern 5K Fees

The Big Voo Du individual + Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: Fees: $55.00 through Sept.15; $60.00 through Oct. 15; $65.00 after Oct. 15.

Little Voo Du + Jack O'Lantern 2 Fees

The Little Voo Du individual + Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile: Fees: $55.00 through Sept.15; $60.00 through Oct. 15; $65.00 after Oct. 15.

Dirty Voo Du + Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile Fees

The Dirty Voo Du individual + Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile: Fees: $55.00 through Sept.15; $60.00 through Oct. 15; $65.00 after Oct. 15.

Big Voo Du Relay 1 runner + Jack O'Lantern 5K Fees

The Big Voo Du relay with 1 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: Fees: $75.00 through Sept.15; $85.00 through Oct. 15; $95.00 after Oct. 15.

Little Voo Du relay 1 runner + Jack O'Lantern 2 mi

The Little Voo Du relay with 1 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile: Fees: $75.00 through Sept.15; $85.00 through Oct. 15; $95.00 after Oct. 15.

Dirty Voo Du relay 1 runner + Jack O' Jog 2 mi

The Dirty Voo Du relay with 1 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile: Fees: $75.00 through Sept.15; $85.00 through Oct. 15; $95.00 after Oct. 15.

Big Voo Du Relay 2 runner + Jack O'Lantern 5K Fees

Both of the relay runners in a 3 person team may also run the Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K. The Big Voo Du relay with 2 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: Fees: $90.00 through Sept.15; $100.00 through Oct. 15; $110.00 after Oct. 15.

Little Voo Du relay 2 runner + Jack O'Lantern 2 mi

Both of the relay runners in a 3 person team may also run the Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile. The Little Voo Du relay with 2 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: Fees: $90.00 through Sept.15; $100.00 through Oct. 15; $110.00 after Oct. 15.

Dirty Voo Du relay 2 runner + Jack O' Jog 2 mi

Both of the relay runners in a 3 person team may also run the Fleet Feet Jack O'Lantern Jog 2 mile. The Dirty Voo Du relay with 2 runner also running the Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: Fees: $90.00 through Sept.15; $100.00 through Oct. 15; $110.00 after Oct. 15.

Duathlons-USAT Sanctioned Races

The duathlons are being sanctioned with USA Triathlon. ALL duathlon participants, including all relay team members, must be a licensed USAT member at the time of the race or buy a one-day license to race for $10.00 + a $3.00 handling fee. For more information on USA Triathlon and to join, see www.usatriathlon.org or call 719/597-9090. USAT rules shall be enforced. You are responsible for knowing the USAT rules. Those doing only the Jack O'Lantern Jog DO NOT have to be licensed with USAT.

Refunds & Race Delays

There are no refunds. The race will take place rain or shine BUT the race director reserves the right to modify the course or change the start time or possibly even the date of the race for the safety of the participants.

Packet Pick-Up & Race Day Registration

Packet pick-up will be held at Fleet Feet in Baton Rouge, 6251 Perkins Road, Suite C, on Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 10:00 a.m-5:00 p.m. On race day packets will be available from 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. at the race site. There will be limited race day registration at the Farr Park race day packet pick up. Registration is also available at Fleet Feet through October 30, 2010.

Directions to the race site

BREC's Farr Park is located at 6400 River Road, just south of Baton Rouge. From I-10, take the College Dr. exit (158) west (towards Walmart) on College Dr. Remain on College as it crosses Perkins and becomes Lee, crosses Burbank, and then crosses Nicholson to become Brightside. Brightside intersects with River Road. Turn south on River Road. Farr Park will be on your left.

THE RUNS

The out and back 5K and 2 mile runs for the Jack O'Lantern Jog and the duathlons will start and finish at or near the transition area in Farr Park. The course will include the paved street in and out of Farr Park, the short paved climb up the levee, and go north on top of the levee. There will be at least 2 chances to pass an aid station. The aid stations will offer water and fluid replacement drinks. The top of the levee is generally packed dirt and gravel.

THE ROAD BIKE COURSES

The 10 and 18 mile courses are out & back. The course is very flat. The roads are paved and, under Louisiana standards, have reasonably good surfaces. There are some potholes and areas that we will endeavor to mark to call your attention to them but you are required to keep your attention to your ride and your surroundings. The turn arounds will be marked. Deputies and volunteers will be on the course but you are to stay aware of the surroundings! You must ride to the right unless passing!

THE MOUNTAIN BIKE (LEVEE) COURSE

The 8 mile courses are out & back. The course is very flat. The top of the levee is dirt and gravel, mostly packed. There are some potholes and areas that may be muddy. You are required to keep your attention to your ride and your surroundings. The turn around will be marked. You must ride to the right unless passing! Though not required, mountain or fat tire bikes are highly suggested for this race.

AWARDS

In all races but the kid's run, awards will be given to: The overall male and female, master’s male and female, and grandmaster male and female winners will receive awards. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female athletes in 14 and under age group and 5 year age groups from 15-70+. Awards will be given to the top 2 male, female, and coed relay teams.

Post Race Party and Awards Ceremony

Be sure to hang around and enjoy a post race party. The awards ceremony will be held as soon as possible following each race. Unclaimed awards will not be mailed.

Further Information

Further Information: For further information, contact Andy Kennedy, Multisport Fitness multisportfit@aol.com , 225-505-9129 or Michelle Mayer, Fleet Feet Racing, Fleet Feet Baton Rouge, 6251 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA , michelle@fleetfeetbatonrouge.com , 225-448-2878.

Beneficiaries & Causes

A portion of the proceeds from the race will benefit local charities including but not limited those associated with bicycle safety and awareness!

Additional Information

All participants will receive race shirts. Awards will go to overall and age groups in each race. There is a fat tire division in the Big and Little Voo Du. You may enter both a duathlon and road race and your first run will serve as both. This event is sure to please the greenest of athletes and those who are road tested. You don't want to miss it!

More Information

Click here to view the event organizer's website

Sanctioning

USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the sports of triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aquathlon in the United States. Participation in a USAT sanctioned event means the event director has the proper permits in place, liability and athlete excess medical insurance coverage and the event plan has met the standard of organization required. USA Triathlon provides rules, guidance and governance to set the standard for safe and fair multi-sport races. For more information on USA Triathlon and fueling the multi-sport lifestyle, visit our website at http://www.usatriathlon.org.

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