King Of Pain
- Date Sun 16th February 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Glastonbury, Connecticut
- Price $64.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the ultimate test of endurance at the King of Pain, happening on Sunday, February 16, 2025, in picturesque Glastonbury, Connecticut! This iconic 10-mile road race, presented by the Glastonbury River Runners Club, is renowned as the toughest race in the area, challenging participants with its hilly terrain and stunning orchard views. Starting at 9:00 AM, runners will face the exhilarating challenge of conquering the hills of South Glastonbury amidst the crisp winter air.
With a limited field and fierce competition expected, this is a race you won't want to miss. Registration costs $50 until January 19, 2025, and includes a long-sleeve tech shirt for the first 150 registrants, chip timing, post-race food, and the chance to earn the coveted titles of King and Queen of Pain! Join fellow athletes in support of Achilles CT and Sunshine Kids while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and the satisfaction of overcoming one of New England's toughest races. Don’t wait—register now to secure your spot in this legendary event!
With a limited field and fierce competition expected, this is a race you won't want to miss. Registration costs $50 until January 19, 2025, and includes a long-sleeve tech shirt for the first 150 registrants, chip timing, post-race food, and the chance to earn the coveted titles of King and Queen of Pain! Join fellow athletes in support of Achilles CT and Sunshine Kids while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and the satisfaction of overcoming one of New England's toughest races. Don’t wait—register now to secure your spot in this legendary event!
Organiser's Description
POSTPONED TO FEB 16TH AT 9:00 AM!!!
THE KING OF PAIN 10-MILER
Presented by The Glastonbury River Runners Club
In 2004, a legend was born. The King of Pain is the toughest road race in the history of Glastonbury and, as anyone who has run it knows, it lives up to its name. The course offers breathtaking South Glastonbury orchard scenery, along with hill, after hill, after hill. As a bonus, we scheduled the race smack-dab in the middle of a frigid New England winter. No extra charge. And youll be pretty sore after you finish, but youll walk away with bragging rights that will last all year long.
Register quick. The field is strictly limited, and all of the clinical masochists in the state want in. COURSE WILL BE OPEN TO TRAFFIC, SO PLEASE USE CAUTION. As with any race during winter months, there is a risk of inclement weather. Please take this into account when registering.
Race will benefit Achilles CT and Sunshine Kids. VIEW THE COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6396551089/]
WHERE: Hopewell School,1068 Chestnut Hill Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073
PARKING: Spaces available at Hopewell School. Additional Parking is available at lots across New London Tpke. Absolutely NO PARKING AT THE FIRE STATION. Please carpool if possible.
WHEN: Sunday, February 16, 2025. 9AM sharp. COURSE CLOSES AT 11:30 A.M. If you anticipate taking more than 200 to complete the course, please contact us for an earlier start time.
COST: $50 for individuals through 1/19/25, and $60 thereafter. ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES SATURDAY FEB 15 AT 8:00 PM EST. THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION OF ANY KIND ON RACE DAY AVAILABLE.
You get: Chip timing, long-sleeve tech shirt (limited quantities and sizes- first 150 registrations only), post race food, and a solid sense of pride for crushing a bunch of Glastonbury's toughest hills.
Awards: The top male & female finishers will be crowned the 2025 King & Queen of Pain with great pomp and circumstance. Age group recognition for first place male and female in 10 year age groups will be presented following the race.
Packet pickup options are available at Marathon Sports Glastonbury on Friday afternoon from 4-6 pm and Saturday morning from 10 am-noon and on race day starting at 8:00.
NO REFUNDS. Transfers on a case by case basis before on-line registration closes.
THE KING OF PAIN 10-MILER
Presented by The Glastonbury River Runners Club
In 2004, a legend was born. The King of Pain is the toughest road race in the history of Glastonbury and, as anyone who has run it knows, it lives up to its name. The course offers breathtaking South Glastonbury orchard scenery, along with hill, after hill, after hill. As a bonus, we scheduled the race smack-dab in the middle of a frigid New England winter. No extra charge. And youll be pretty sore after you finish, but youll walk away with bragging rights that will last all year long.
Register quick. The field is strictly limited, and all of the clinical masochists in the state want in. COURSE WILL BE OPEN TO TRAFFIC, SO PLEASE USE CAUTION. As with any race during winter months, there is a risk of inclement weather. Please take this into account when registering.
Race will benefit Achilles CT and Sunshine Kids. VIEW THE COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6396551089/]
WHERE: Hopewell School,1068 Chestnut Hill Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073
PARKING: Spaces available at Hopewell School. Additional Parking is available at lots across New London Tpke. Absolutely NO PARKING AT THE FIRE STATION. Please carpool if possible.
WHEN: Sunday, February 16, 2025. 9AM sharp. COURSE CLOSES AT 11:30 A.M. If you anticipate taking more than 200 to complete the course, please contact us for an earlier start time.
COST: $50 for individuals through 1/19/25, and $60 thereafter. ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES SATURDAY FEB 15 AT 8:00 PM EST. THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION OF ANY KIND ON RACE DAY AVAILABLE.
You get: Chip timing, long-sleeve tech shirt (limited quantities and sizes- first 150 registrations only), post race food, and a solid sense of pride for crushing a bunch of Glastonbury's toughest hills.
Awards: The top male & female finishers will be crowned the 2025 King & Queen of Pain with great pomp and circumstance. Age group recognition for first place male and female in 10 year age groups will be presented following the race.
Packet pickup options are available at Marathon Sports Glastonbury on Friday afternoon from 4-6 pm and Saturday morning from 10 am-noon and on race day starting at 8:00.
NO REFUNDS. Transfers on a case by case basis before on-line registration closes.
Races
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10(Ish) Mile Run
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech Shirt for First 150 Registrants (Sizes Limited)
Sun 16th February 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$64.60
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