RRRC Frostbite 15K, presented by Good Run Research & Recreation

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The 15K course winds in and around Byrd Park and Maymont Park and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Two water stops will support runners at approximately mile 3.5, 4.5, 6 and 7.5 on the course. Post-race refreshments are sponsored by Whole Foods Market.

This is a road race conducted under the rules of USATF and RRCA. In consideration of the safety of all participants, the following are not allowed on the course during the race: baby joggers, baby strollers, animals on or off leash, skateboards, inline or roller skates, or bicycles. The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, RRRC encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of the Frostbite 15K.

PLEASE NOTE THE COURSE IS NOT CLOSED TO TRAFFIC.  YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR SAFETY. BE ALERT, WATCH FOR TRAFFIC & PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR FELLOW RUNNERS, COURSE MARSHALS, AND POLICE. *THERE IS A COURSE LIMIT TIME OF 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES.*

Runners must be 9 years old or older to participate in this 15K winter road race.

Pricing

• Price for the first 350 runners registering is: RRRC members - $25 plus processing fee; Non-members - $35 plus processing fee
• Then until December 17 @ 11:59 PM the price is: RRRC members - $30 plus processing fee; Non-members - $40 plus processing fee
• Starting December 18 until January 17 @ 11:59 PM, the price is: RRRC members - $35 plus processing fee; Non-members - $45 plus processing fee
• On Saturday January 18 and on race day (January 19), the price is $45 for RRRC member and non-members. 

Youth Pricing: For all runners 9-12 years of age, the price is $5 plus processing fee. Youth runners will not get a race shirt, but may add-on a shirt during registration for $6.75 if registered before January 2 @ 11:59 PM.

Any discounts will be applied at check out.

Refund Policy: All entry fees and processing fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, no exceptions. Registrations cannot be deferred to a later race. Bib numbers are not transferrable. In the event of postponements or cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, there will be no refunds.

Race Shirts

• Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who register before January 2 @ 11:59 PM, but we can’t guarantee that you will get the perfect size, color or fit of shirt. 
• Runners who register after January 2 will be able to select a shirt size during registration until the supply is gone. Size options may be limited. You may be able to exchange your shirt for an unclaimed race shirt of a different size after the conclusion of the race, while the supply of different size shirts lasts.
• A runner who is unable to select a shirt during registration will not get a shirt at packet pick up. You may be able to get an unclaimed race shirt after the conclusion of the race, while the supply of different size shirts lasts.

There will be FINISHER MEDALS for all runners completing the Frostbite 15K.

Awards, sponsored by Road Runner Running Store

• Awards for top finishers include: gift certificates to the first, second and third place male and female overall; and gift certificates to the top masters male and female.
• Ribbons will be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers in each 5-year age group.

There are three options for the Frostbite 15K packet pick-up:

• Friday, January 17, 4:00 - 7:00 PM, Road Runner Running Store at 3002 W Cary Street, Richmond 
• Saturday, January 18, 12:00 Noon - 5:00 PM, Road Runner Running Store at 3002 W Cary Street, Richmond 

• Sunday, January 19, 7:30 - 8:30 AM, Amelia Street School, 1821 Amelia Street, Richmond

 There is a $5.00 fee for replacing a lost or forgotten bib and chip on race day.

This race is scheduled rain/snow/shine. In the event of weather or unforeseen circumstances that cause the race to be postponed or cancelled, an email will be sent to all participants. In the event of postponements or cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, there will be no refunds.

Mara George and Chris Mason