SCR Race Description

Pueblo's Rock Canyon Half Marathon--2008

WHAT:

This is the 22nd anniversary of Pueblo's Rock Canyon Half Marathon. The 13.1 mile run is Pueblo's second largest race. We expect about 350-400 runners from throughout Colorado and nearby states.

This is a low-key race. Our goal is to offer a quality race at a reasonable cost. No drawings, no cash prizes—just an accurate course, beautiful scenery, your finish time and place, music, fun, refreshments (bananas, cookies, doughnuts, Gatorade), and a great looking SWEATSHIRT with NO ADVERTISEMENTS, all for $25. This race will not be cancelled because of the weather so come prepared. There is no host hotel and no pre-race dinner. Proceeds from this race are donated to various organizations throughout Southern Colorado, including high school cross country teams, Pueblo Nature Center, SoCoTrail Builders, YMCA building fund and many others.

WHEN:

Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. We start at 9 to allow runners time to drive from out of town if they so desire.

WHERE:

Start and finish in Pueblo City Park. Pueblo City Park is located near the intersection of Pueblo Blvd and Thatcher (Hwy 96) on the southwest side of Pueblo. If you are coming to Pueblo from the North on I-25 take exit 101 (Canon City exit) and head west about 2.5 miles to Pueblo Blvd. Turn left (south) go about 3.6 miles until you cross the Arkansas River. Turn left at the next stoplight (Goodnight). You are in City Park. If you are coming from the South on I-25 take Exit 94 (Pueblo Blvd) and head West, then North on Pueblo Blvd for about 5 miles. Continue past Thatcher (Hwy 96) then turn right at the next stoplight. You are in City Park. The traffic in City Park is one-way so keep driving to the other end of the Park near the entrance on the east side of the park. Packet pickup/ race day registration is inside the pavilion (the big building near the entrance, near the fountain) from 7:30 to 8:45. The race begins and ends near the pavilion.

NOTICE TO WALKERS:

We have had several inquiries from walkers. This is an event for runners (or runners who walk some) and can complete the distance in 3:00 to 3:15 max (14 to 15 min/mile.) Athletes who take longer that that place a hardship on our volunteers who must stay out on the course until all participants have finished. In December, we are not guaranteed nice weather and it is unfair to ask volunteers to stand out in the cold longer than necessary. Thank you for understanding.

COURSE:

The race will run about 2 miles in City Park, then go down to the Arkansas River Trail. It is basically an out and back course going about 5 ˝ miles west to the base of Pueblo Dam and back. It will be run on dirt and asphalt trails along the Arkansas River (sorry but there is short distance on concrete). No traffic and great views. Despite the name the course is flat however, there is one short, steep hill about 12 ˝ miles into the race, which goes from the river trail back up to City Park.

Course Map

AWARDS:

Awards to the top three age groups as follows 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49, 50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69, and 70 and over. Special awards to overall male/female winners and master male/female winners. No duplication of awards. Award ceremony will be held following the conclusion of the race in the City Park Pavilion. Click HERE to view last year's results or click HERE to view results of all SCR Races.

WATER STOPS:

There will be 7 water stations. The first has only water. All the rest will have water and Gatorade. Located approximately 2,4,5 ľ, 7 ˝, 8 ˝, 9 ľ and 11 ˝ (odd distances but we have to put water stops where we can drive a car). The first water stop is in City Park and a good place to drop off clothes if you find you have overdressed. You are welcome to drop off clothing at all water stops but the water stop volunteers will not return to the pavilion until the last runner has gone by.

WEATHER:

We have been blessed with great weather 8 out of the last 10 years but be prepared for anything. Pueblo is located in the "banana belt" of Colorado. When it is snowing all around we tend to remain dry, which is great for runners but bad for lawns. Come prepared for snow and wind then be pleasantly surprised by the great weather we have in December in Pueblo. However, having a run in December is a gamble, we have never cancelled in 21 years and we intend to run this race regardless of the weather.

Click Here to check the weather for Pueblo.

SWEATSHIRTS:

Last year we ran out of sweatshirts. Sweatshirts are assigned as you enter the race, so the sooner you enter the more likely you will receive your sweatshirt on raceday. If we run short again, you WILL still get a sweatshirt, just not raceday.

REGISTRATION:

Checks payable to Southern Colorado Runners

MAILED REGISTRATION

Mailed registrations should be sent to:

Gold Dust Saloon
217 South Union Ave
Pueblo, CO 81003

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

Runners may register in person at the Gold Dust Saloon anytime before Dec 6 (but sweatshirts and bibs will not be available until Dec 5) or race day at City Park Pavilion.

NEED AN ENTRY FORM?

Click Here for a "mailable" entry form,
E-mail Dave Diaz, diazsd@aol.com,
or soon at most running stores along the Front Range.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

You can register online (with no fees) through ChipResults.com by clicking on the following logo:

Also, you can register online through Active.com by clicking on the following logo:

Online Registration closes Thursday, Dec 4, 2008 at Midnight.

You can view those who have already registered by clicking below:

ENTRY FEE / PACKET PICK UP:

$25 if received by Dec 2
$30 after Dec 2
$35 Race day Dec 6, 2007
Sweatshirts and bib numbers will be available after 12 noon, Friday, Dec 5 at the Gold Dust Saloon, 217 South Union Ave or
Saturday morning, before the race, inside the City Park Pavilion from 7:00 to 8:30.

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