Ninja 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at James D. Martin Park, Gadsden, AL (6-8-24) 10K

June 8, 2024
Gadsden, AL, 35901, US

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10 km

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This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com

Race Information
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.

Addition Information
Your GPS may take you to a small building on Old S 4st Street.
If so, go south onto Old S. 4 Street and turn right in the parking lot.
We are just behind the Gadsden Mall.
This course is on a pea gravel trail.

1M Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6001421857
The course is an out and back.

5K, 10K, & 15K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5774965600
The course is an out and back.
5K does the course two times.
10K does the course four times.
15K does the course six times.

Half Marathon Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5526368413
The course is an out and back.
Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.

Awards
1st Place Overall Male
2nd Place Overall Male
3rd Place Overall Male
1st Place Overall Female
2nd Place Overall Female
3rd Place Overall Female
Age group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year.

Finisher Medals
All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.

Race Rules
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.

AI Overview

The Ninja 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon, scheduled for June 8, 2024, at James D. Martin Park in Gadsden, AL, offers a trail running experience with distances of 5K, 10K, and a half marathon. While specific historical details about this particular event's inception aren't provided, the "Ninja" moniker suggests a challenging and engaging race designed to test participants' grit and endurance. Runners can anticipate a dynamic course that will likely incorporate varying terrain and potentially some technical sections, characteristic of trail races. Participants should be prepared for a potentially demanding but rewarding run through James D. Martin Park. The terrain is typical of Alabama state parks, which often features rolling hills, wooded trails, and possibly some gravel or dirt paths. Weather conditions in early June in Gadsden can be warm and humid, so hydration and appropriate gear will be essential. The event's multi-distance format caters to a range of abilities, from beginners looking for a trail challenge to seasoned runners seeking a scenic and moderately difficult race. The primary draw for this event is its natural setting and the opportunity to test oneself on a trail course.

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