Race Info
Location: Alexandria, VA
Date: Sunday, April 25, 2010 2011 RACE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Start Time: 8:00am
Distance: 10 Mile & 5K
2010 Results
Photos
The 2010 GW Parkway Classic 10 Mile & 5k was covered by Marathon Photos
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2010 Course
The George Washington Parkway Classic 10 Miler and 5K are point to point races beginning at Mt. Vernon Estates and Belle Haven Park, respectively, and finishing in Oronoco Bay Park in historic Old Town, Alexandria.
Race Goodies & Post-Race Party
26TH ANNIVERSARY GOODIE BAGS
Twenty six runners were randomly selected to receive a 26th anniversary golden goodie bag full of great New Balance and Pacers product, event VIP passes, and other fabulous items!
POST RACE FESTIVITIES
Food and beverages were provided at the finish area for runners. Entertainment and an awards ceremony were held in the park after the race. There was a beer garden, and vendors throughout the finish line village
Timing
This event utilized IPICO timing tags. IPICO timing tags are durable, recyclable tags. No chip = no time. Our timing tags are recyclable; you may keep your tag, return at the finish, or recycle at any Pacers Running Store.
Competition & Awards
With up to $6,400 in total prize money awarded this year, we are once again expecting an excellent field of elite runners. As well, there are medals and merchandise awards for our top age group competitors.
See the complete 2010 Award Structure - click here
If you wish to apply for elite status in this year's event, please contact our Elite Athlete Coordinator, Marc Davis, no later than April 1, 2010.
BAE Systems also sponsors the General Douglas MacArthur Cup (10 mile only). Team scores are based on the times of the top five active duty runners (minimum one female to score) of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy. The winning service will receive $1000 donation to that service’s relief organization.
Medical
The George Washington Parkway Classic is committed to a safe and healthy event. The race utilizes trained medical volunteers, including orthopedic physicians, emergency physicians and personnel, nurses, chiropractors, and physical therapists. We also utilize emergency services provided by the City of Alexandria.
We would like to thank Ben Kittredge, M.D., our orthopedic medical volunteer coordinator, and volunteers from Commonwealth Orthopaedics. Dr. Kittredge was recently voted a "Top Doctor" by Washingtonian Magazine and is an avid marathoner and athlete. Thank you also to the City of Alexandria EMS, including Brian Hricik, Operations Manager, and Mark Penn, EMS Coordinator, as well as Martin Skopp, D.C., Skopp Chiropractic, our Active Release Technique volunteer coordinator.
Please make yourself familiar with the following procedures:
- Police officers are staged at every intersection and can radio for medical assistance.
- All water station volunteer coordinators are equipped with radios and are able to call in to central command for medical dispatch.
- The City of Alexandria will have bike units, mobile transports, and ambulances staged along the course and at the finish.
- If you have a medical condition, please write this information on the back of your bib. This will assist medical personnel if a situation arises.
- A main medical tent will be situated in Oronoco Bay Park about 200 yards from the finish line. Medical personnel will be wearing identifiable shirts and will be in and around the finish area.
- Listen to your body. If you are not able to complete the event, please stop and have a police officer or volunteer captain (at water stations) call in for transport. A sag bus will also be available to pick up lagging runners.
- Athletes will be transported to Alexandria Hospital (as space allows). Family members can check with the main medical tent which also houses our central communications.
HYDRATION
The George Washington Parkway Classic typically enjoys cool, spring-like temperatures. However, unseasonable conditions are possible. Please take advantage of our water stations located along the course. Heat exhaustion is the most prominent injury among our runners. Listen to your body and take in proper fluids. For more information, please see the ACSM position statement on exercise and fluid replacement.
ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUES (ART) TENT
Trained active release technique chiropractors will be available after the event for post-race aches and pains. The massage/ART tent will be located just past the finish line in the park.
ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.
For more information, visit www.activerelease.com. Thank you to Martin Skopp, D.C. (Skopp Chiropractic, 1701 Belle View Blvd. A-1, Alexandria, VA 22307 703-721-9600; ironchiro@aol.com) for coordinating our ART volunteers. Dr. Skopp has worked many events, including several marathons and Ironman events. ART is effective both pre-race and post-race; pre/post event appointments are available by contacting Dr. Skopp at 703-721-9600. Appointments are not needed for race day therapy at the park.
Weather and Safety Policy
In the event of extreme weather conditions, the race organizers reserve the right to cancel the race or run it as an untimed "Fun Run" without advance notice. If this should be necessary:
- Participants will receive premiums (in accordance with registration policies)
- Prizes will be converted to random prizes
- No entry-fee refunds will be made
The final decision regarding the conduct of the race will be made between 6:30am and 7:45am the morning of the race and will be announced over the race public address system. Follow runpacers on Twitter for all race related updates - click here
Road Closures
Roads will be closed along the course (some intermittently) on GW Parkway, Washington Street, Franklin Street, and Union Street. All roads should reopen by 11:00am.
Volunteers
We need volunteers! Please contact Kristen Hundley-Reeves at kristen@runpacers.com. Please see volunteer tab for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
May I pick up a packet for friends or family?
Yes, you may pick up a packet for someone else. Please just alert them that you will be picking up their packet.
May I register during packet pick up?
There is NO registration available at any of the packet pick up dates.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
May I wear headphones during the run?
Yes, however, you are responsible for being aware of your surroundings.
May I run with a stroller?
Runners with strollers are responsible for maintaining control of their stroller and must be considerate of others around them. Please start in the back.
May I run with my dog?
Pets are not allowed in the event, but gentle ones are welcome to watch.
Will there be a water stop?
Yes. Runners will be supported by aid stations approximately every 2.5 miles of the course. Restrooms will also be located at the start & finish, as well as throughout the course.
What is your refund policy?
Unfortunately, there are no refunds for this event.
Is there a baggage drop?
Yes. Runners will be assigned a van to store their gear. Gear will be transported to the finish line area. Pacers Events and Pacers Running Stores is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items while your gear is stored during this event.
Is there a time cutoff for the event?
Yes. You must be able to complete the 10 Mile or the 5k in under 3 hours.
ANY AND ALL OF THE INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
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