Saturday November 20, 2010
Race Information
We are excited to present the Mesquite Running Event. We have received tremendous support from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Mesquite City and Casa Blanca Hotel. We appreciate their support as well as others in the area.
This web site is where all the official race updates, packet information, links to race pictures, finishing times, and places will be posted.
About Us
The Mesquite Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K is made possible by Mammoth Marathons. Mammoth Marathons is a group consisting of three Race Directors and multiple volunteers. Mammoth Marathons goals are to provide races that the whole family can participate in, and host running events that are unique and in new and undiscovered running venues.
Mammoth Marathons is achieving these goals by offering a Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10k. We feel that by offering all three options the whole family will be able to find a race that will work for them. We have also chosen locations that currently do not host any other major running events. These locations are both beautiful and unique.
Venue Details
The Mesquite Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K run right into downtown Mesquite. This beautiful town is known for it’s relaxed atmosphere, yet still features incredible opportunities for the whole family. The surrounding area is incredible scenic. The running route is along the old Highway from St. George to Mesquite. Much of the run is next to the Virgin river, and the route is along rolling hills, with tall red rocks surrounding .
Certification
The Mesquite Marathon and Half Marathon have been given an official USATF Certification. This ensures you, the runner that you are running the correct distance.
Marathon Certification: UT09009TLB
Half Marathon Certification: UT09010TLB
Date
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Packet Pickup/Packet Expo
Packets can be picked up at The Casa Blanca Event Center (the large white tent in the North end of the Casa Blanca parking lot) on Friday November 19th 2010 from 3:00 until 8:00 pm. There will be vendors and entertainment so bring the whole family and come check it out. Buses will not be held for those picking up packets so please plan accordingly.
Buses
All buses will leave from the Casa Blanca Event Center.
Marathon - 5:30 a.m.
Half Marathon - 6:30 a.m.
10K - starts at 7:30 a.m. from the Casa Blanca Event Center
ALL PARTICIPANTS PLEASE PLAN ON RIDING THE BUSES!!
There is no parking available at the start of the marathon and half marathon routes so please plan on riding the shuttle buses.
Races will begin as soon as all the buses have arrived at the individual starting points.
Timing
We are using a timing system that will provide immediate results without runners having to hassle with timing chips. This timing system is backed up by finishing photos that verify the order and time. Unofficial times will be printed periodically at the finish line. Official times will be posted on the web site as soon as possible after the race.
Awards
Finishers Medallions will be awarded to all who finish.
Mammoth Marathons is excited to be able to present the following cash prizes:
$1,500 1st place male - full marathon
$1,500 1st place female - full marathon
$1,000 1st place male - half marathon
$1,000 1st place female - half marathon
Cash prizes are made possible by
a division of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
In addition to the cash awards each overall winner will receive an engraved Red Rock Plaque.
Awards will also be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the following age divisions. 18 & Under, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34,35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60 & Older for both men's and women's Marathon and Half Marathon.
An Awards table will be set up in the Casa Blanca Events Center and winners will be announced as soon as they are tabulated. If you believe you have placed please stay to receive your award. Awards will not be mailed.
Clothing Drop-Off
Clothing can be left in bags or cardboard boxes at Aide Stations along the route and will be returned to the Casa Blanca Events Center in an area marked clothing pick-up. Mammoth Marathons will to the best of our ability get all items back to this pick-up area. However, please do not bring valuable items such as cameras, car keys, or treasured clothing - Mammoth Marathons is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
Transfers/Exchanges/Refunds
There are NO Transfers. Exchanging to run for friends or relatives who were unable to make it is not allowed. Switching causes too much confusion and error in recording finish times and awarding placement. Also NO REFUNDS after registration, we plan according to registry numbers.
Aide Stations
Water and sports drinks will be provided at every 2nd mile marker. Fruit, sports drinks, bottled water and snacks will be provided immediately after the race.
Shirts
Runners will receive a cotton T-shirt as part of their registration. Runners can upgrade their shirt to a technical running shirt for only $5.00 extra. Please make sure you specify that you would like to upgrade your shirt when you register.
Course Details
Marathon Course
The race starts near St. George Utah, then follows the historic U.S. 91 (Old Highway) through Utah, Arizona and Nevada. Then from Littlefield to Mesquite the course parallels I-15, running on the Frontage Road. The race will end at the Casa Blanca Event Center in Mesquite NV.
The course is a rolling down hill course. The first 20 miles are mostly down hill while the last 6 have rolling hills. Please train accordingly.
Aide stations will be every 2 miles starting at mile 3.
Half Marathon Course
The Half Marathon will begin at the half-way point and continue to the same finish as the marathon.
Aide stations will be every 2 miles.
10K Course
The 10K course will make a large loop around Mesquite and end at the same finish as the Marathon and Half Marathon at the Event Center.
Weather
Should be wonderful weather . . . but you never know. So come prepared with layers so that you are not cold, you can leave extra clothing in your packet bag at support stations along the course. Then all clothing will be taken back to the Event Center.
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