Centipede Rules
5K Centipede Division
Crazy Competitive Camaraderie…Connected!
Shake up your usual running routine - Gather some running buddies and create a centipede! Go co-ed, or keep it to men or women only - up to you!
- Each centipede must consist of 5 tethered runners (segments)
- Centipede tethering may be made of any material (bungee is more comfortable than rope), but each segment must be connected to the rest with a minimum of 4’ between each segment.
- Total length of centipede must be a minimum of 24’ and will be measured prior to start of race.
- Dealy-bopper antennae on the head of the first segment and the wearing of a stinger on the final segment are encouraged.
- Themed costumes are encouraged, but remember this is a family event.
- Special prize for best team costume.
- Centipede division will start at back of pack.
- Time of team will be recorded as the time of the first runner/segment to cross finish line, with all segments remaining attached to the centipede. Individual members will receive their own time.
- Centipede teams will assemble for a rules check and costume judging at the back of the start area on Erie Blvd. West in front of National Grid at 8:15 the morning of the Run.
Winner of centipede race will have possession of a big, tacky trophy for one year.
Trophy to be returned with all due ceremony prior to the start of next year’s race.
