Hit The Road, Jack!

  • Date Sat 14th September 2024
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Carthage, Missouri
  • Price $35.00 - $55.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating "Hit The Road, Jack!" event, taking place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in the scenic Carthage, Jasper area! This exciting day will feature certified long-distance races, offering something for everyone with distances of 5K, 10K, 20K, 25K, and 50K. The morning kicks off with the challenging 25/50K races starting at 6:30 AM, followed by the 10K and 20K at 8:00 AM, and the fun 5K also at 8:00 AM, all set against the picturesque backdrop of Ruby Jack Trail Head.

Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition, as all race distances are USATF-certified and include electronic timing. With entry fees starting as low as $25 for the 5K and up to $55 for the 25/50K on race day, there's a chance for runners of all levels to join in the fun. Awards for top finishers, age group accolades, and even special prizes for setting Missouri age records make this event even more enticing. Donโ€™t miss out on an

Organiser's Description

!!!CERTIFIED LONG-DISTANCE RACES ARE BACK!!!

HIT THE ROAD, JACK!

Saturday September 14

25/50k starts at 6:30AM
10/20K starts at 8:00AM
5K starts at 8:00AM

Ruby Jack Trail Head Carthage, MO
Net Proceeds Toward Embellishment of Ruby Jack Trail

All Distances are USATF-Certified; electronic timing

Entry Fee (Until 6/30): $25 for 5k, $35 for 10/20K, $45 for 25/50K
Entry Fee (Until 8/31): $30 for 5k, $40 for 10/20K, $50 for 25/50K
Entry Fee (Until 9/12): $35 for 5k, $45 for 10/20K, $55 for 25/50K
Race Day: $40 for 5k, $50 for 10/20K, $60 for 25/50K
Virtual Run: Any Distance $40

* The 10/20K distances are run concurrently, as well as the 25/50K distances. Runners of the 10/20K and the 25/50K can stop at either distance but receive age group awards only if running full distance.
* 5K, 20K and 50K prizes: trophy to top male/female; 10-year age group awards, finishers awards and USATF certified time.
* 10K and 25K prizes: trophy to top male/female; no age group awards, finishers awards and USATF certified time.
* In addition, all runners completing any of the five distances are eligible to win one of the top-10 age-graded awards.
Age-Graded Performance ranking is based on a US Masters handicap system, creating a level-playing field for all participants, regardless of gender, age or race distance. For details, please check usatfmasters.org/age-grading
* Must be 18yrs of age to run 20K or more.
* Age groups for 5K: -12, 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+
* Age groups for 20K and 50K: 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+
* All participants will receive a USATF-certified time for any distance or split they complete (5, 10, 20, 25, and 50K).
* Any MO age record set in the 5, 10, 20, 25 or 50K receives a special MO-record award, an online MO-record certificate and a MO age record listing on MO staterunningrecords.com [http://www.staterunningrecords.com/asp/records.asp?state=MO] and on MaraRunning.org [https://MaraRunning.org].
* Award ceremony for 5K will be around 9:30am. Award ceremony for the 10K, 20K and 25K will be around 11am. Award ceremony for the 50K will be up individual arrival. Age-graded awards for 25 and 50K will be announced as 50K runners arrive and their ranking is calculated.

Races

  • 5k

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 14th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $35.00

    CLOSED
  • 10k

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 14th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $45.00

    CLOSED
  • 20k

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 14th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $45.00

    CLOSED
  • 25k

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 14th September 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $55.00

    CLOSED
  • 50k

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 14th September 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $55.00

    CLOSED
  • Virtual Run

    Includes T-Shirt

    $40.00

    CLOSED

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Location

2113 West Old 66 Blvd, Carthage, 64836, MO, United States

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