Chester County 5k Winter Series - Race #5 RACE #5 5k
Sunday, 5 March 2023· 09:00· Downingtown, PA, 19335, US
About this race
Break up your winter training by testing your hard earned fitness at the 2023 Chester County 5k Winter Series. The 5k Winter Series features 5 weeks of racing and will is being held at the “PR†friendly Downingtown West High School course and features MyLaps bibtag timing, Awards based on Age-Grading, fast accurate results, and more – all for a great low price. (Race Series Information / Standings)
RACE START: 9:00 AMÂ
RACE #1: Sunday, December 18th
RACE #2: Sunday, January 8th
RACE #3: Sunday, January 22nd
RACE #4: Sunday, February 12th
RACE #5: Sunday, March 5thÂ
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Race day registration will be available at the Downingtown West in the Gym Lobby starting approximately one hour before the 5k race.
RACE COURSE:
The USATF Certified 5k course will run around the grounds of the Downingtown West and Middle
School campuses. It is extremely fast and offers a great opportunity to run a winter PR.
AWARDS:
Top 10 Age Graded Results. Age grading is a way of putting all race participants on a level playing field, regardless of age or gender.
Race winners will receive a Gift Card provided by Bryn Mawr Running Company - West Chester.Â
SERIES WINNERS - Free Pair of Shoes from Bryn Mawr Running Company (West Chester)
*** You must complete at least 3 races in the series. Top Male and Top Female will win the shoes ***Â
TIMING AND RESULTS:
Results will be posted live by Chester County Racing Services.  Disposable MyLaps Bibtag system will be used to ensure quick, accurate results.
RACE CHANGES:
If, and only if, the weather is horrible and predicted to get worse would we change or cancel the event. The status of the race may be checked on our website and our Facebook / Instagram page. No refunds.Â
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Chester County 5k Winter Series, now at its final leg with Race #5, offers a classic 5k experience on **Sunday, March 5th, 2023**, in Downingtown, PA (19335). This race is the culmination of a series designed to keep runners active through the colder months, showcasing local running community spirit. Participants can expect a well-organized, community-focused event that typically attracts runners of all levels, from seasoned athletes seeking a competitive edge to casual joggers enjoying the outdoors. The terrain for this race is generally characterized by **road running**, often taking place on local streets and potentially paved park paths within Downingtown. Given its "Winter Series" designation, runners should prepare for **winter conditions**, which could include cool temperatures, potential for wind, and possibly damp or icy patches on the course, though organizers strive for safe conditions. While specific historical anecdotes for Race #5 are not detailed, the series itself has a history of being a reliable fixture for winter fitness, providing a consistent and accessible 5k challenge as the season draws to a close.
The course
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Weather on the day
Sun, 5 Mar 2023Clear
6.1°C
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