Rumble in the Woods

Date

Start: Saturday, November 13, 2010 @ 9:00 AM

Additional Date Information

5k and 10k begin at 9:00 am

Address

Lake Norman State Park
159 Inland Sea Lane Troutman, NC

Fees

5k $25.00 untill 10/16, fees increase to $30 after 10/16; 10k $30 until 10/16, fees increase to $35.00 after 10/16. All registration final, no refunds

Brief Description

The 5k will take place on the Hawk Loop trail. This single track has rolling hills and plenty of roots. There will be a water station at the 1.5 mile mark. The 10k will take place on the Hawk Loop trail with two additional loops on the Hawk (Hicks Creek and Norwood Loop). There will be a water station at approximatley the 2.5 mile mark and the 3 mile mark/5.5mile. Both races will run counterclockwise. Mountain bikers have access to the trails during the race and they will be biking clockwise.

Race is limited to 100 races

Please register early to avoid disappointment; we only have 50 spots for the 5k and 50 spots for the 10k. We expect to reach capacity early this year. There will be NO race day registration on race day.

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES TODAY AT 4:00 PM. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO REGISTER AFTER 4:00 PM TODAY, YOU MAY DO SO IN PERSON BETWEEN 5:30 PM AND 7:30 PM AT OMEGA SPORTS NORTHCROSS SHOPPING CENTER. WE ONLY HAVE 20 SLOTS LEFT AVAILABLE.

NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS.

Packet Pickup

ADDITIONAL PACKET PICKUPS NOVEMBER 12 BETWEEN 5:30 PM AND 7:30 PM AT AT OMEGA SPORTS NORTHCROSS SHOPPING CENTER. YOU MAY ALSO PICKUP PACKET ON RACE DAY AT RACE SITE.

Before and After

Packet Pick-up is 7:30-8:40. Gates to the park open at 7:30 am to sign waiver, pick up race number and goodie bag. Race number and start will be at the main parking lot along State Park Rd. Following the races, food, drinks, and raffle items will be provided by Team Triumph.

Safety

Runners please wear bright colors so you can be seen clearly.

Course Information

Should there be excessive rain prior to race day the race will be run on the road.

Sponsorship

See The Spirited Cyclist for all your cycling needs. At two convenient locations in Huntersville and Mooresville. Visit their website for information on bike rides and much more: http://spiritedcyclist.com

Charities

This event benefits Hope House in Huntersville.The Hope House Foundation provides shelter and support to woman and their children in the Lake Norman area.

We are collecting shoes for Soles4Souls. Bring your new or gently used athletic, casual, dress, or boots etc. to be given to those in need.

Links

Team Triumph: http://www.teamtriumphnc.com

The Spirited Cyclist: http://spiritedcyclist.com

Hope House Foundation: http://www.hopehousefoundation.org

Soles4Souls: http://www.soles4souls.org

Additional Information

Awards at 9:45 for 5k and 10:15 for the 10k. Expect a great post run spread; Lots of home baked goods, healthy choices and hot chocolate.

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