14.2 Miler
95 spots left. Price increases after August 31, 2021 at 11:59pm CDT
Marathon - Virtual (Run Anywhere)
14.2 Miler - Virtual (Run Anywhere)
Tupelo, MS US 38801
Join us for the 20th annual Tupelo Marathon and 14.2 Miler race. We are staying on the original course that made us famous! The course is an out and back for the marathon runners on beautiful rolling country roads. For the 14.2 participants, it's a 13.1 mile run to the marathon turn-around and then a bonus 1.1 mile run to the finish. We're not charging extra for the bonus mile, so it's even a bigger bargain. It's a 5:00am start but even with the early start expect some heat and humidity. We will have water stops and a few cheering spectators to help along the way.
Registrants will receive a 1/4 zip race shirt and an award winning medallion if you finish. Prizes will be awarded for overall, Masters, Grandmasters, and age group winners. Entries will be capped at 175 for the Marathon and 375 in the 14.2 Miler.
The marathon is a Boston Qualifier, so this is the perfect opportunity to attempt qualifying for Boston 2022. Come join the fun and "Trample the Weak Hurdle the Dead" Sunday, September 5th at 5:00 am.
1. Refund considerations will be based on race cancellation.
2. Age limit 18 years for the Marathon and 16 years for the 14.2 Miler
3. Swapping of races is discouraged but if you sign up early and don't wait until the last minute, we might consider it.
4. No carry over of registrations to following year.
5. No transfers of entry to another person. Though it is hard to police this, if caught you will be banned and so will your substitute.
POST RACE
Join us for post race food, beverages,and fun with friends and fellow runners. Showers will be available.
TIME LIMIT WILL BE IN EFFECT. THIS YEAR CLOCKS WILL CEASE TIMING AT 6 HOURS.
Tupelo Marathon is a Boston Qualifier!
Certification number: Marathon - USATF MS12007MS
There is a virtual race option for those who can't participate in person. Separate results will be provided for virtual runners and on site participants. You can download our RaceJoy app (see below) and your results will post on our site. Virtual participants not using the app will be on the honor system. They can manually update their time and receive a shirt. Please see our "Virtual FAQ"
Q: Do I have to be in a certain city/state to do this event?
A: Anyone can do the Tupelo Marathon and 14.2 Miler (VIRTUAL) wherever you are, on your time between Friday August 27th and Sunday September 5th! This is great way for families and friends to stay active together, even if you don't live close to each other. However, if you are registered for an on site event, you will need to toe the "Start Line" at 549 Coley Road in Tupelo, MS on Sunday September 5th at 5:00 AM
Q: Do I have to run or can I walk?
A: You can run, walk, runwalk ... as long as you are purposefully moving and logging miles, it counts.
Q: Do I have to complete the VIRTUAL Marathon or 14.2 Miler at one time?
A: Yes, since this is a "timed" event, you will need to complete your full distance during one activity ... not multiple combined activities.
Q: Do I have to put in my miles outside?
A: Preferably you will be able to go outside so you can use our Live GPS tracking app, RaceJoy (see RaceJoy How To below). but if you need to complete your miles inside (on a treadmill, at the gym, etc.) that will be possible with the alternate reporting option.
Q: How do I record my miles/time?
A: The easiest and best way will be to utilize the RaceJoy app (see below) ... you simply hit start on the app and it will register your time in results when you complete your event distance.. But, if you are unable to carry your phone; will be in a location with poor cell service; or need to complete your miles inside or on a treadmill, then there will be alternate ways to report your time. You can upload directly to the RunSignUp system. Just go to the Results tab (click here) on this webpage and choose "Submit Virtual Results". Virtual results will be presented in a format similar to in person results for recognition only.. Please note, due to the nature of virtual results being reliant on terrain variables, on dependable cell service and honesty, virtual participants will not be eligible for awards, or trophies.
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Tupelo Marathon and 14.2 Miler.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Registration:
Volunteers & race personnel will be asked to wear a mask at any time they are unable to be at least 6’ from other people. Hand sanitizer and gloves will be available for volunteers and participants. In-person race registration will have multiple registration areas so distancing can be maintained.
Bathrooms/Porta potties:
Run club will invest in hand sanitizing stations &/or hand wash stations for porta potties.
Start line protocol:
Chip-timed race: will use starting mat and utilize socially distanced starting corrals.
Water stations:
Extra tables will be utilized to spread out the area, cups will be spread out to avoid cups touching and volunteers will not hand water to runners. Volunteers will use gloves and mask when filling water cups and picking them up.
Finish area protocol:
Volunteers will wear mask and gloves in finish area and participants and supporters will be reminded to socially distance from one another.
Post-race food protocol:
Food will either be pre-packaged or served by volunteers wearing masks and gloves.
Awards protocol:
For races that will have in-person award presentation, race officials will utilize masks and gloves and winners will not be grouped closer than 6’ for pictures. Supporters will be asked to stay socially distanced by households.
*Announcements will be made periodically during all events to remind all attendees to practice social distancing.*
**All plans are subject to change contingent upon state and local restrictions at time of event.**
Aide Stations: Miles 3.2, 6.5, 8, 9.5, 11.5, and 13.2 and will stay in place for the return of marathoners. Water and Gatorade will be available.
Porta Potties: Miles 2, 5, 7, 13, 19, 21, 24
* Mile markers on this map are not accurate, but they are very close. For instance: miles 10/16 are at the same location, miles 12/14, 4/22, 2/24 , miles 1/25 etc. This is a general representation of the course layout.
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