Course Details

Sunday, October 7, 2012
Runner Start: 7:00 AM

The race will start and finish at Town Brookhaven, 4330 Peachtree Rd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319. (Directions)

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Course Description

The Karhu 5K race starts and ends at the same location as the half marathon. The Karhu 5K is WALKER FRIENDLY. Participants should maintain a 16 minute/mile pace.

Average Temperature

Early October means the beginning of dry season in Georgia as cold fronts come in and temperatures remain moderate, occasionally dropping into the 50's. Generally, race day temps average in the low to mid-60's, providing 13.1® Atlanta runners with a friendly climate for a run.

Mile Markers & Split Times

Each mile marker will have a large clock displaying the "gun time" of the event.

Event Status System

An Event Status System will be displayed at each mile marker indicating the status of the race based on the current course and weather conditions:

Green – "Normal" - Good conditions; runners/walkers should be alert and enjoy the race.

Yellow – "Caution" - Less than ideal conditions; runners/walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water.

Red – "Dangerous" - Potentially dangerous conditions;

Heat - runners/walkers should slow down and drink plenty of water.
Lighting/Hail/Tornado - runners/walkers should take cover at the closest shelter until the course is reopened.

Timing of the event has stopped and no awards will be given out at this time. Medical remains in place on course.

Black – "Cancelled" - Extreme dangerous conditions; Event cancelled, participation stopped – runners/walkers should stop, seek shelter and follow instructions from race staff, volunteers, and public safety officials.

Aid Stations

There will be water and sports drink at all stations along the course and at the start/finish. All Aid Stations on the course will have personnel and portable toilets located nearby.

Restroom Facilities

Portable toilets will be added in locations throughout the course. The portable toilets will be located near each aid station.

Course Closings

For your safety and for the timely reopen of the streets to vehicular traffic, you must reach key locations by specified times or you will be required to take transportation provided.

Partial lane closures will be utilized. Please stay inside the cones and obey all public safety officers and course marshals.

PLEASE DO NOT START EARLY! Traffic and safety rules prohibit early starts. Early starters will be eliminated from the Official Results.