Lincoln Memorial is this weekend!
[Lincoln Memorial Website]
There is still time to sign up for the Lincoln Memorial Half Marathon to be held April 3, 2010 at Prairie Heart Institute at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL.
The tag-timed course will start in front the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and finish on the campus of St. John’s Hospital. Runners will start the race heading south on Sixth Street, pass the Old State Capitol, then veer over to the Lincoln Home site, head back downtown and towards the State Capitol, wind their way to Washington Park, loop through the park and exit on Lincoln Avenue.
After heading north for more than a mile on Lincoln, runners will head back to the east and over to the Oak Ridge cemetery, where they will pass the Lincoln Tomb. For Abe’s Amble veterans, there will some familiar terrain as the course loops through Lincoln Park before heading south to St. John’s.
- Half-Marathon at 7:30 AM
» $40.00 early registration – non-members (through 3/13 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
» $35.00 early registration – SRRC, LRC, SRC members (through 3/13 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
» $35.00 early registration – Illinois National Guard members (through 3/13 at 11:59 PM US/Central)
ohhh i gotta be the first!!! can i please have a reduced price because (1) i don’t want a shirt and (2) keep the goodie bag and (3) ill provide my own pins and (4) i have a number i can use – its 643 and just a little worn. can i please ask for an award that i can use…i like the new balance shoes at mossers – maybe the race directors can either buy them or ask mossers to donate them. and please dont think badly of me either for asking for all of this because i am a good runner and you should cater to me.
and…if i only want to run 1/2 of the 1/2 can i pay less?
Why are you so negative?
I am a new member of the SRRC and have bragged about the people that I meet at the races. I have stated the people that I meet are so nice and encouraging. I read some the of the comments for the Frostbite race and was appalled. It intimidated me that maybe I should not be entering these races especially if someone really doesnt want high school kids to enter because they are SLOW. Well folks I am 43 and not considered a speedy gonzolas by any means. I ran anyway. I met a really nice lady named Carol. We ran the last 5 miles together and met our personal goals. No, I do not get prizes or awards I get something much more valuable. I meet new people, make friends, exercise and have a real feeling of accomplishment when I cross the line. I dont mind spending money on entry fees because I waste a whole lot more money on alot less. Keep up the races SRRC. Dont let a few bad apples ruin it for all of us.
sara – you keep entering and running! we have more fun at the back of the pack anyways! i pay for that course to be open and i intend to use every minute i can – you know i simply gotta get a good value here!
if anyone thinks us slow fat guys should not enter races please let me know – and don’t hide behind anonymous or non-linked alias!
have a WARM evening all!!
I didn’t see anyone say that high school kids shouldn’t enter the Frostbite because they were SLOW. The poster was saying that the $30 entry fee to the two mile race eliminated high school runners who were “legitimately poor.” He meant financially poor, not talent poor.
Is there a charity involved with this race? Where does my $40 go? I’m only interested in running races for a cause and am curious if this one has one or not. Thanks!
Kendra,
You may get a response if you send an e-mail here: Abe@RunAbe.com
I’m wondering if it will work though because the link to http://www.runabe.com takes you to the SRRC homepage.
The Illinois Marathon and Half Marathon has a link to the charities using their race for fund raising here: http://www.illinoismarathon.com/charity.php
I am originally from Springfield and ran my first event in Chicago in 2007. I am definitely a new runner, I’m actually a runner/walker. I ran the Distance Classic in Chicago and even though I wasn’t very fast there was still support from the crowd for those of us in back. There were SO many people, I felt like I was really a part of something special. I won the accomplishment of a personal goal and it didn’t matter to anyone what my time was. I’m a little nervous running a race in my home town and I was just wondering what the crowds are like in Springfield. Any insight would help me know what to expect. Thanks.
crowds in springfield? i guess the definition of a crowd must be known to accurately answer that. there are spots of 4-5 people scattered throughout the longer races but if you want massive crowd support springfield (or any non large city race) will not be your preferred venue! the st louis st patricks day parade run is fun, lincoln 1/2 is a fun race with minimal crowd support – the police will clap for you though!
What’s everyone talking about?????
Is the half marathon course USATF certified?
Per the race director, the current course is not USATF certified.
hey admin…what does it mean to be “usatf certified” or not?
http://www.usatf.org/events/courses/certification/
ok…i am off for better weather. heading to orlando for the goofy challange! hopefully i will live through it! hope all the snow melts and its 65 and sunny when i get back!
I just ran in Disney as well! It was my second marathon but definately the best! Enjoy the snow? I think the three most memorable words from Disney will be “Watch the ice!!”. My first marathon was in Honolulu on December 13th but it was 85 degrees!! For anyone on the border about registration for the Lincoln 1/2 I would say register NOW! This was my first 1/2 marathon 2 years ago and got me absolutely addicted to running! The crowds near SHG and at the finish give me the greatest exhilaration in the world and I love seeing the sites around which I was raised in an entirely new way. I was so surpirsed to win and hung up my Lincoln portrait with pride! It is a truly amazing event and I have so much hometown pride- I’m recruiting as many of my friends at school as possible to train and come run no matter what their running experience. The Lincoln half has never failed to disappoint and I know this year will be great too!
Congrats on Disney guys. We ran the Goofy as well, it was definitely an experience to remember. Never thought I’d run a race in FL wearing long pants, a hat, and two pair of gloves. Looking forward to the Lincoln Memorial as well, since we should be able to run a good time not having to worry about a full the next day.
Question: Is there a time limit on the half? I ran it last year but told a friend I would walk/jog it this year with him and it will probably be pretty slow. If you don’t know the answer, does anyone know how I would find out the answer? Thanks.
Hi Kirsten –
I just learned from the race director yesterday that participants will need to maintain a 15 minute pace, or a projected finish time of 3:16. After this time, there will not be course support (traffic control at intersections, water/Gatorade, etc.). Hope this answers your questions.
Some one asked if the 1/2 was opened to walkers. I don’t know the answer to this and could not find it on the website. Any answers out there?
Some one asked if the 1/2 was opened to walkers. I don’t know the answer to this and could not find it on the website. Any answers out there?
The race does not differentiate between walkers and runners. Anyone is welcome to sign up. Participants will have 3:16 to completely the race. At that time, water stops will be closed and there will not be traffic control at intersections. This translates to a 15 minute per mile pace.
Does this race offer a finisher’s medal? What are the best hotels to stay in that are near the race? Thanks!
does the race have pacers?
Does anyone have an idea what the packet p/u hours are Friday and Saturday? I ran this race in 2008 and really enjoyed it a lot. One of my favorites. I just found out I may have a chance to be in Springfield April 3 but would not get in until pretty late Friday evening.
Thanks so much!!
(To the earlier poster who asked about a medal, I have no idea what they are doing for 2010, but the 2008 medal was a big Lincoln penny with a light blue ribbon. Way cool!!!!!!!!!!)
If you check the race website http://www.runabe.srrc.net, you should be able to find answers to questions about packet pickup. Have a great race!
hey i’m looking for a training partner … serious runner please.
Does anyone know if there is a time limit for this race?
How many miles is this ?
Its 13.1 miles.
Half Marathon = 13.1 miles
Is it too late to register for the 1/2 marathon. It said early registration until 3/13. Is there registartion after this date?
Is it too late to register for the 1/2 marathon? It said early registration until 3/13. Is there registration after this date?
Does anyone know of a good sports doc to see about running injuries? Was training for the LM and have had pain in left foot (muscle pressure)… Looks like I will be cheering you all on!!!
Jeff – Dr. Diane Hillard-Sembell at Spfld Clinic treats a lot of runners.
Rob- It’s not too late to register. Registration is open until a half hour before the race. The race expo is from 4pm – 8pm Friday at Prairie Heart Institute.
Can my spouse pick up my packet on Friday or does the acutal runner need to get it?
I am volunteering and recall a pick-up for volunteer’s shirts or am i imagining it all?
Gi Shaw
cant wait to run this race my 1st time hopeing for a huge new PR going for 1:50 or under!! good luck to everyone!!
I had such a great time at the Lincoln Half Marathon. This has been my furthest distance and the best race! Thank you to all of the volunteers and race directors I can’t wait to do this one again
i loved this race it was hilly but i got a huge new pr 2:07.15 it was 2:30 i love the ppl that were cheering too im doingthis again! n loved the cannon but it scared the heck out of me but it was gr8 n loved lincoln n his wife they r cool!