Runners at Hot As Fire 5K Series Hot As Fire Series: 8 Weeks

Hot As Fire 5K Series Hot As Fire Series: 8 Weeks

Tuesday, 25 June 2024· 19:15· Carrollton, TX, 75006, US

5 km Unknown Unknown

About this race

 REGISTRATION OPENS March 1st! 

 

11 TUESDAY NIGHTS IN JUNE, JULY, & AUGUST 2024
06/04, 06/11, 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 08/13

 PRICING:                            

        Online: $18.50 + RunSignup fees
        At Race: $20.00 cash only
        OR save $3 per race AND get a free shirt by registering for the series!

 

 RACE DAY SCHEDULE:    

        6:30 PM Registration and Bib Pickup
        7:00 PM FREE Kid's Run (with recycled medals)
        7:15 PM 5K Run
        7:55 PM Awards Begin

 

 LOCATION:                         

Josey Ranch Athletics Complex
1440 Keller Springs Rd
Carrollton, TX US 75006

Start/Finish by the concession stand, bathrooms & softball fields

From the West: 2nd park entrance,
From the East: 1st park entrance

 

 AWARDS:                             

OVERALL Male & Female

MASTERS (40+) Male & Female

AGE GROUP Male & Female, 3 deep:

    0-9   . . . . . 25-29 . . . . . 44-49 . . . . . 65-69

  10-14 . . . . . 30-34 . . . . . 50-54 . . . . . 70-74

  15-19 . . . . . 35-39 . . . . . 55-59 . . . . . 75-79

  20-24 . . . . . 40-44 . . . . . 60-64 . . . . . 80+

 

 SERIES:                                

  • SAVE $3/race!

  • FREE SHIRT included in Series Registration! 

  • SERIES AWARDS:

        - 32 divisions for Age Group Awards: M/F for each of the age groups!

        - Four divisions for Overall Series Awards:  M/F Under-40 and M/F Masters!

        - Earn points from Week 1 to Week 10. (Week 11 is only for tie-breaking)

        - Must attend at le

What to expect

Written from race data

The Hot As Fire 5K Series, a summer staple in Carrollton, TX, offers a unique and challenging running experience over an eight-week period. This series, commencing on June 25, 2024, is known for its commitment to providing a consistently tough yet rewarding environment for runners of all levels. While specific historical data for this particular series isn't detailed, the "Hot As Fire" moniker itself strongly suggests a race that embraces the peak of summer heat, making endurance and mental fortitude key components of the challenge. Participants should anticipate a race designed to test their limits against the elements, fostering a sense of accomplishment through perseverance. Runners participating in the Hot As Fire 5K Series can expect a primarily road-based 5K race, typical for many community running events. Given the event's location in Carrollton, TX, the terrain is likely to be relatively flat with some gentle inclines, common in suburban landscapes. However, the defining characteristic of this event is undoubtedly the prevailing summer weather. Participants should prepare for significant heat and humidity, which will significantly impact pace and hydration strategies. The notable feature of this race is its multi-week format, allowing runners to build consistency, track their improvement, and perhaps even compete for overall series standings over the eight weeks. This sustained challenge, combined with the "Hot As Fire" branding, positions it as an event for those seeking a true test of summer running resilience.

The course

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Weather on the day

Tue, 25 Jun 2024

Partially cloudy

31.6°C

High / low 35.3° / 27.6°
Humidity 54%
Rain chance 3% · 0.0mm
Wind 14 km/h, gusts 27
UV index 8
Light 06:20 – 20:39

Weather data by VisualCrossing

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