RACE TO THE TAPS 2016
~MARATHON EDITION~
Who says a marathon has to be run in one day?
5+6.2+7+8= 26.2
The third race in the Race to the Taps Marathon Edition Running Series is Saturday, September 24th at Pisgah Brewing Company. Don't miss this chip timed 7-miler in the gorgeous neighborhood near the brewery in the foothills of Black Mountain. Runners & walkers welcome but pets and strollers are not allowed. All runners 21+ with valid ID can toast his/her achievement at the end with a Pisgah Brewing Co. beer!
The Race to the Taps 7-miler is part of a four race running series where runners can achieve 26.2 miles over the course the year. Other races include a 5-miler race at Catawba Brewing on April 23rd, 6.2 miles at Southern Appalachian Brewery on June 11th and 2 races on October 29th at New Belgium Brewing (a 4-miler and an 8-miler). Tap one, tap all four!
The 2016 Race to the Taps Marathon Series is produced by:
Registration fees
7 Miler Closed
Online registration closed-
T-shirt Included
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$45.00Nov 19 – Aug 8
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$52.00Aug 9 – Sep 8
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ClosedSep 8 – Sep 22
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7 Miler - Tshirt free Closed
Online registration closed-
T-shirt NOT included in the price
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$40.00Nov 19 – Aug 8
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$47.00Aug 9 – Sep 22
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AWARDS
TOP AWARDS
Unique Race to the Taps leather pint covers from Oowee Products will be awarded for overrall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male & female runners as well as the top male and female in the Masters (40 & over) and Grandmasters Division (50 & over).
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AGE GROUP AWARDS
In keeping with the theme of the series, pint glasses from the brewery host, will be awarded to the top 3 male & female finishers in each age category. Age group awards are decided as the top 3 finishers in each of the following age divisions: 13 and under; 14-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70+.
No double dipping on awards. All timed awards are based on GUN TIME. Chip timing is for your information only.
SPIRIT AWARDS
In addition to the timed awards, we will also award a “King & Queen of the Taps” at each race for the “most spirit”based on attire and enthusiasm and the M.O.P (Middle of the Pack) award for the runner with the middle time of all runners. These special awards will receive a Race to the Taps knit Freaker beer cover.
FASTEST MARATHONER AWARDS
GO THE DISTANCE this year! All runners who register and complete the 26.2 cumulative miles from the four Race to the Taps in the Marathon Series (5-miler at Catawba Brewing, 6.2 miler at Southern Appalachian Brewery, 7-miler at Pisgah Brewing and 8-miler at New Belgium) are eligible for the top award - a $500 travel voucher for the fastest male and female marathoner. Cumulative times are based on gun times at each race.
Sponsors
Non-Profit Partner
A portion of race proceeds benefits Friends of Connect Buncombe
About Friends of Connect Buncombe
Our mission is to encourage and support the implementation of the Greenways and Trails Master Plan and the construction of greenways throughout Buncombe County through public awareness, community education and fundraising activities. We are a collaborative organization and support all greenway projects in Buncombe County. Our goal is to see a system of connected trails for public usage to foster and promote tourism, economic development, health, recreation, diverse and safe transportation options, sustainability, and connect with our community and the cultural heritage and beauty of Buncombe County.
COURSE
COURSE MAP IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Click map for more details - including elevation.
Event schedule
- Fri, September 23, 2016 4:00 PM - Early Packet Pick Up Opens - Paramount Kia 1000 Ridgefield Blvd
- Fri, September 23, 2016 7:00 PM - Early Packet Pick Up Closes - Paramount Kia 1000 Ridgefield Blvd
- Sat, September 24, 2016 12:30 PM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
- Sat, September 24, 2016 2:00 PM - Race Start
- Sat, September 24, 2016 4:00 PM - Awards Ceremony
Contact information
- Event contact
- Leslie Grotenhuis
- info@kickitevents.com
- Website
- Visit website
