Monday, October 31, 2016

Ault Park Mile Recap and Results

Over 60 runners participated in the first Ault Park Mile this past Sunday October 30, 2016  at Ault Park in Hyde Park OH.  Conditions for the race were sunny, and warm for late October. Course was 1.5 times around the Ault Park Circle with a downhill start and an uphill finish.
Top finisher was Seth Streitmatter of Cincinnati OH  with a time of 5:19. He was closely followed by William Stolz who ran a 5:21. Justin Chan was third in 5:55.  Top female was Charlotte Adams of Cincinnati OH who ran a 6:17. She was followed by Isabel Hastings who ran a 6:34 and Elija Hubbell who ran a 6:38.   (View results).
 Thank you to our volunteers Fred and Melissa Farnsley, Tom Glasscock, Kila Hanrahan, Todd Hofacre, Rachel Jochem, and Stacy Osborne.  Without their help, the race could not have happened.
If you won an award and you had to leave early, you can pick it up at the Foot Doctor at 5521 Montgomery Road in Norwood OH. See you next year. View Results.

Sunday, October 30, 2016

Ault Park Mile Results

Race Results from the Ault Park Mile held on Sunday morning October 30 at Ault Park in Hyde Park.  If you have a question about results, contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com. If you won an award but had to leave early, you can pick up your awards at the Foot Doctor after Wednesday November 2. Complete results will be posted on our website www.cincinnatirunning.com later this week.

Saturday, October 29, 2016

RCGC Board Meeting - November 2

The next RCGC Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday November 2 at the Foot Doctor at 5521 Montgomery Road in Norwood OH at 7:30 PM. The meeting is open to all current RCGC members.
We will discuss updates on upcoming races and social events.
Hope you can join us!
DETAILS
  • DATE:  Wednesday November 2, 2016
  • TIME: 7:30 PM
  • PLACE: The Foot Doctor, 5521 Montgomery Road, Norwood OH
  • INFORMATION: Board Meeting of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. Open to all current members. We will discuss updates on upcoming races and social events. View Agenda

Friday, October 28, 2016

Ault Park Mile - this Sunday October 30

This Sunday October 30 is the Ault Park Mile. Please join us on a unique mile course around the Ault Park Circle. Race Day Registration opens at 9:00 AM at the shelter. Race Day Cost  is $15.00 General Public,  $10 Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members.   Race starts at 10:00 AM. See you there!
RACE DETAILS:

  • DATE: Sunday, October 30, 2016
  • TIME: 10:00 AM
  • PLACE: Ault Park, Cincinnati OH
  • DISTANCE: 1 Mile around the Ault Park Drive Circle 1.5 times. 
  • AWARDS: Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female Runner. Top Runner in each Male and Female Divisions: 12/under, 13-18, 19-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60+. 
  • RACE DAY REGISTRATION/RACENUMBER PICKUP: Opens at 9:00 AM at the shelter in Ault Park. Race Day Cost: $15.00 - General Public, $10 - Age 21 and Under / RCGC Members. Note: To get the club discount, please have the club membership card.
  • INFO: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or the registration page for more information.

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Early Registration Ends Tonight For the Ault Park Mile

Early registration ends tonight for the Ault Park Mile.  Online Registration is available through 11:59 PM on Thursday October 27.  Cost is $10- General Public and $5 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. Register now before the price goes up. Visit the club website for more information about the race.

RACE DETAILS:

  • DATE: Sunday, October 30, 2016
  • TIME: 10:00 AM
  • PLACE: Ault Park, Cincinnati OH
  • DISTANCE: 1 Mile around the Ault Park Drive Circle 1.5 times. 
  • COST: Pre-registration: General Public - $10 . RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under: $5.
    Race Day Registration is $15 for General Public and $10 RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under. 
  • AWARDS: Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female Runner. Top Runner in each Male and Female Divisions: Runners: 12/under, 13-18, 19-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60+. 
  • INFO: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or the registration page for more information.

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

RCGC Mile Series Update - October 2016

The Runners’ Club of Greater Cincinnati will be doing a Mile Series in 2016 as part of being around for 40 years. It will include at least 10 1 mile races throughout the year and the top 7 of them will be scored.   Awards will be given to the top overall Male and Female, and Top Male and Female in the Following Age Groups based on their top seven mile races:
29 & Under, 30-39, Masters(40-49), Grand Masters(50-59) and Legends(60 & over)
  All Club Members who meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for  an award. Scores have been updated through the third race of the Dam Mile on October 1(If you are a club member and ran it, let us know. Next race in the series is the Ault Park Mile on October 30.
Visit the RCGC Mile Series Page for More Info and to check scores. About the RCGC Mile Series.

Sunday, October 23, 2016

Early Registration Ends Soon For Ault Park Mile

Early registration ends soon for the Ault Park Mile. The deadline for Mail entries is Tuesday October 25.  Online Registration is available through Thursday October 27.  Cost is $10- General Public and $5 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under. Register now before the price goes up. Visit the club website for more information about the race.

RACE DETAILS:

  • DATE: Sunday, October 30, 2016
  • TIME: 10:00 AM
  • PLACE: Ault Park, Cincinnati OH
  • DISTANCE: 1 Mile around the Ault Park Drive Circle 1.5 times. 
  • COST: Pre-registration: General Public - $10 . RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under: $5.
    Race Day Registration is $15 for General Public and $10 RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under. 
  • AWARDS: Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female Runner. Top Runner in each Male and Female Divisions: 12/under, 13-18, 19-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60+. 
  • INFO: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or the registration page for more information.

Thursday, October 20, 2016

2016 Turfway Tick Tock Trot Registration Open

The Turfway Tick Tock Trot is a unique way to "run" into the New Year in Greater Cincinnati! Open to men, women and children, this event will be under the lights at Turfway Park in Florence Kentucky on Saturday December 31 at 11:45 PM. Runners do two laps around the Turfway Park race track for two miles or 16 furlongs. Top 25 Males and Top 25 Females will receive awards. No dogs or strollers are allowed on the track. Part of the 2016 RCGC Grand Prix and your last chance for a C Race. Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or the online registration page for more information.

RACE DETAILS
  • DATE: Saturday, December 31, 2016
  • TIME: 11:45 PM. 
  • PLACE: Turfway Park, Florence, KY. 
  • PRE-REGISTRATION: $15- General Public and $10- RCGC Members before November 15. After November 15 - $20 - General Public and $15 - RCGC Members. Includes a commemorative T-shirt plus entry into the Turfway Park New Year's Party after the race. Register online at www.cincinnatirunning.com. Ends Wednesday, December 28, 2016 or until all slots are filled. 
  • RACE DAY REGISTRATION: $25 (No discounts). Includes a T-shirt while supplies last plus entry into the Turfway Park New Year's Party after the race. Opens at 10:00 PM at Turfway Park and closes at 11:40 PM or until all slots are filled.  Enter through Gate B and go to the Second Floor.  Show up before 10:00 PM to enjoy live horse racing before the humans race.
  • RACE PACKET PICKUP: Race Packets can be picked up on Race Day at Turfway Park beginning at 10:00 until 11:40 PM.  Enter through Gate B and go to the Second Floor.  Show up before 10:00 PM to enjoy live horse racing.
  • COURSE: Two laps around the Turfway Park Track for a total of two miles or 16 furlongs.  No dogs or strollers allowed on the track.
  • OTHER: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com, view the flier, or the online registration page for more information. 

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

RCGC Turkey Burner Mile - November 27

Looking for a way to work off those extra holiday calories? Join us at the Turkey Burner Mile! The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati will host a one mile race at Summit Park in Blue Ash OH on Sunday November 27th at 1:00 PM. Awards to the Top Male and Top  Female Runner and to the Top Male and Top Female in the following Age Groups: 12 & Under,13-18,  19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over.
Cost is $10 - General Public and $5 for RCGC Members or 21 & under for early registration.
Online registration available at runsignup.com through November  23, 2016.
RACE DETAILS:
  • DATE: Sunday November 27, 2016
  • TIME: 1:00 PM
  • PLACE: Summit Park, Blue Ash OH
  • COST: Pre-registration: General Public - $10 . RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under: $5. T-shirt is available for an additional $8.00. Race Day Registration is $15 for General Public and $10 RCGC Members / Age 21 & Under. Shirts may be available on race for $10.00
  • INFORMATION: Join the Runners' Club on Sunday November 27 for the Turkey Burner Mile. Visit the registration page or www.cincinnatirunning.com or get the flier for more information.

Saturday, October 15, 2016

2016 Hearts and Health Run Results

Here are the Overall Results to the  Hearts and Health 4 Mile Run / Walk  held on Saturday October 15. Full Results will be posted on www.cincinnatirunning.com  on Monday.   If there is a concern or question,  do not hesitate to contact us.

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Straight Street Climb - November 20

The Straight Street Hill Climb is a .36 mile race up Straight Street in the CUF neighborhood. The race was started by the Clifton Track Club in the late 1970's. The Climb features a bike challenge and duathlon in addition to the road race. The race will begin at 9 a.m followed by the bike challenge at 9:30 AM.
Early bird registration is $10 and $15 on race day.
Awards for top three finishers in 5 running divisions: Youth (ages 12 and under); Teen (ages 13 thru 17); Men's Open; Women's Open; and Masters (ages 50+). For more information or to register, go to www.straightstreethillclimb.com.
RACE DETAILS
  • DATE: Sunday, November 20, 2016 
  • TIME: Road race at 9:00 AM followed by cycling challenge at 9:30 AM.
  • PLACE: Straight Street, Cincinnati OH.
  • INFO: .36 mile Race up Straight Street in the CUF neighborhood. The Climb features a bike challenge and duathlon in addition to the road race. Early bird registration is $10 and $15 on race day.Proceeds benefit the Cincinnati Soap Box Derby. For more information or to register, visit www.straightstreethillclimb.com or the Facebook Page.

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Volunteer Opportunities - Fall 2016

Here are some upcoming opportunities where you can help out the Runners' Club of Greater. If you can help out with any of these events, we would greatly appreciate it:
  1. RCGC Ault Park Mile - The RCGC Ault Park Mile  needs 5-10 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on Sunday October 30. It would take 1-2 hours  of your time. The jobs are easy and you will get a few other goodies. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign up at www.cincinnatirunning.com
  2. RCGC Turkey Burner Mile - The RCGC Turkey Burner Mile  needs 5-10 volunteers to help with registration, timing, and post race on Sunday November 27. It would take 1-2 hours  of your time. The jobs are easy and you will get a few other goodies. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign up at www.cincinnatirunning.com
  3. Ongoing Openings - Currently we have few openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis:  Social Chair,  Program Chair, and Newsletter Editor. Most positions take 2-3 hours a month of your time. If you can or would like to fulfill one of these positions, please send an email to cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or attend the next board meeting on November 2.

Tuesday, October 04, 2016

2016 Halloween Races in Greater Cincinnati

As any kid knows, October 31 is Halloween which means food and dressing up in costume.  If you can not wait that long, there are few Halloween themed races throughout the month of October to get you in the Halloween spirit.   Here are a few of them: 
  • Running Scared 5k, Saturday October 8, 6:00 PM, Veteran's Memorial Stadium, 1600 West Street, Reading OH - A flat 3.1 mile course through a “spooky” cemetery, ending at a fabulous Halloween Fest!  Participants are encouraged to run/walk in costumes. After the race, people are admitted to the post race party where they can listen to a hot band or have a cold beer. They can enjoy food and drinks from generous sponsors and listen to the live jammin’ band while they stay toasty warm inside or gather around the roaring fire outside.  Proceeds benefit Youth Education.  Visit www.runningscared5k.org for more information.
  • Trick or Trail, Sunday October 9, 2:00 PM, Oxford Community Park, Oxford OH - A 1K or 5K-ish Run/Walk in Costume along the Trails of the Oxford Community Park.  A Great Day of FUN for the Whole Family to Enjoy! Proceeds support The Luna Cares Fund which was created to help local women battling cancer with the financial burdens caused from medical costs incurred during treatments. Visit http://lunacares.com for more information.
  • 31st Ghost N Goblin 5k Run/Walk, Tuesday October 18 6:30 PM, Welcome Stadium, 1601 S. Edwin Moses Blvd., Dayton, OH  - The Ghost N Goblin 5k has been a Dayton Halloween tradition for over 30 years! Presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, the 2016 Ghost N Goblin is expected to be the best and biggest ever! Post race party with refreshments and a D.J. Proceeds benefit The Children's Medical Center of Dayton. Visit www.orrrc.org for more information.
  • Mud-o-Ween 5k, Saturday October 24, 10:00 AM, Countryside YMCA, Lebanon OH - Take on the muckiest challenge! Three miles on all terrain trail run. You won’t come out clean after you slide down the ravine and run the creek trail. Forget about tires or barrels as obstacles– worry about fallen trees to block your way. Think you can cross the pond and still be recognized by your friends? Come race dressed as your favorite super hero if you dare. See what you can accomplish at the Countryside YMCA Mud-O-Ween! Stay for the After-Mud-Celebation and Harvest Party.Visit www.countrysideymca.org for more information.
    • Undead 5k, Saturday October 22, 5:00 PM, Corwin Nixon Park, Mason OH, The Zombie Apocalypse is here. Are you prepared? An obstacle filled 5K run/walk through Zombie infested territory. Can You Survive? Visit www.undead5k.com for more information.  
    • Run Like Hell XXV, Friday October 28 7:30 PM, Dana and Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati OH - Run a 5K in costume... Through a cemetery... To a party at the finish. Proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Visit http://cincyrunlikehell.com for more information. 
    • Ivy Tech Monster Mash Dash 5k Run / Walk , Saturday October 29th 8:30 AM, Ivy Tech Community College, Lawrenceburg IN,  Enjoy a morning run or walk along the spooktaculary scenic Ohio River! Visit www.stuartroadracing.com for more information.
    • NAMI Trick or Trot 5k, Saturday October 29, 9:00 AM, Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason OH -  Dust off your your silliest, spookiest costumes and join NAMI for their annual NAMI Trick or Trot 5K run!  For more information, visit www.nami-cc.org.

      Saturday, October 01, 2016

      RCGC Board Meeting - October 5

      The next RCGC Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday October 5 at the Foot Doctor at 5521 Montgomery Road in Norwood OH at 7:30 PM. The meeting is open to all current RCGC members.
      We will discuss updates on upcoming races and social events.
      Hope you can join us!
      DETAILS
      • DATE:  Wednesday October 5, 2016
      • TIME: 7:30 PM
      • PLACE: The Foot Doctor, 5521 Montgomery Road, Norwood OH
      • INFORMATION: Board Meeting of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. Open to all current members. We will discuss updates on upcoming races and social events. View Agenda