GRANITE GRINDER HALF MARATHON & 5K TRAIL RACE

Georgia International Horse Park

Saturday, April 17, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Date

Start: Saturday, April 17, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Address

Georgia International Horse Park
1996 Centennial Olympic PKWY NE Conyers, GA

Registration Closing Date

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

The Granite Grinder has it all! This race gives runners a unique experience within every mile! Massive granite slabs, river side trails, and stream crossings enhance the natural beauty of trail running. The root covered single tracks provide a challenging uphill climb and downhill passages through the trees guarantee a picturesque recovery. All will enjoy the adventure and scenery of the Granite Grinder. Even the most experienced runners will be put to the test!

TECHNICAL T-SHIRT

All participant receive a New Balance short sleeve technical moisture wicking fabric t-shirt with Granite Grinder race logo. Shirt has retail valued of $30 in stores.

Half Marathon Fees

$40 until midnight January 31st. $50 until midnight March 31st. $60 until midnight April 14th $60 Race day registration.

5k Fees

$25 until midnight January 31st. $28 until midnight March 31st. $30 until midnight April 14th. $30 Race day registration.

In-Store Registration Discounts

Starting February 1st, $10 off Half Marathon entry and $5 off 5k entry when visiting any Phidippides location and signing up in the store. Discounts applied to current rate on that date. Runner's can also receive 20% off the purchase of any New Balance merchandise when registering in store. For store locations, go to: www.phidippides.com.

Race Number Pick Up

Race number pick up starts at 6:30am the morning of the race near the starting line.

Optional Early Race Number Pick Up at Phidippides

Runners registering on Active.com will have the option to pick up their bib number at any Phidippides store. Runners will receive 15% off the purchase of any New Balance merchandise when picking race numbers up in store. * RUNNERS MUST PRESENT THEIR ACTIVE.COM CONFIRMATION AS PROOF OF REGISTRATION TO RECEIVE RACE NUMBER AND 15% MERCHANDISE DISCOUNT. In store number pickup available from Feb 1st until April 14th. For store locations, go to: www.phidippides.com.

HOTEL

Runners can get the special rate of $79.95 at Hawthorne Suites if asking for the Granite Grinder Rate! Hotel is directly across the street, 200 yards from race starting line. Hotel bar open Friday night, breakfast served 6:30-9:30am on Saturday. For reservations, call direct 770-761-9155.

Awards

3-Deep Overall M & F. Top finish Masters and Grand Masters M & F. 3-Deep in M & F Age Groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65& over

Event Website

http://www.goodrunproductions.com/granitegrinder/

Water Station Info:

6 water stations will be along the course. Each station will have both water and sports drink.

Restrictions

No Headphones allowed for race participants.

Course Map

Course map download can be viewed at: http://www.goodrunproductions.com/granitegrinder/

Map

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