"A runner must run with dreams in his heart." –Emil Zatopek
"Quality means doing it right when nobody is looking." –Henry Ford
"The miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start." –John Bingham
"Be so good that they can't ignore you." –Steve Martin
"You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face." –Eleanor Roosevelt
Please mail all applications to:
US Road Sports 13.1, LLC
Attn: Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®
5080 Spectrum Drive Suite 609E
Addison, TX 75001
Coming soon. Check back closer to race date.
Parent or guardian of all participants under the age of 14 will be required to sign an additional waiver at packet pick-up.
Entry is NON-TRANSFERABLE, NON-REFUNDABLE, and NON-DEFFERABLE.
ALL TIMES AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Race management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of management's control such as a natural disaster or other emergencies. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. Management may also alter the course and distances for the safety of athletes.
There will be No Handcycle Division. Due to safety issues on the course, and in accordance with the Paralympic Committee rules, NO handcycle (handbikes, handcrank devices or other mechanically gear driven devices) will be permitted in the race.
October 6, 2013
Runner Start: 7:00 AM
Start Location: Town Brookhaven, 4330 Peachtree Rd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
Course Map: Click Here to View our Course!
Average low of 50's; Average high of 60's
Each mile marker will have a large clock displaying the "gun time" of the event.
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;
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.
Portable toilets will be added in locations throughout the course. The portable toilets will be
located near each aid station.
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.
The Back of the Pack Crew and SAG Wagon will signify the end of the field and the maximum 16-minutes per mile pace. They will not start timing until the last person crosses the start line and will be with you throughout the race. If you cannot keep pace, the Crew will help you as you board the SAG Wagon. If you cannot maintain an 16-minute per mile pace, you will be required to board the support buses.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K Results | Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Results
Race Photos - MarathonFoto will photograph you multiple times throughout the race course as well as before and after the race. Smile when you see our photographers and make sure your bib number is clearly centered and visible so we will be able to identify you. View and order your photos which will be posted the week after the race at MarathonFoto.com!
Click Here to download your personalized Atlanta finisher’s badge displaying your official finish time!
Results delivery directly to your smart phone: Every 13.1® athlete will notice a QR code printed directly onto their race bib. Race results will be updated regularly online throughout the day. Simply scan your QR code with your smart phone and you will be taken directly to your personalized results page! Does it get any easier?
1) Live Runner Tracking with Race My Race – virtually follow a participant’s real time progress throughout the course. Please CLICK HERE to sign up for Race My Race (charges may apply).
2) Free text-based messaging – receive important updates via email, text message or social media. To sign up, CLICK HERE. Sign up for this service will be available approx 1 week prior to race day.
All participants that complete the half marathon race at the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® will receive a unique spinning finisher's medal.
All age group award medals will be distributed from the Results tent at the finish line on race day - so don't forget to stop by, get your official finishing time and check if you won an award!
Custom designed award medals will be awarded 3 deep in each of the below age group for both males and females.
| 12-14 | 30-34 | 50-54 | 70-74 |
| 15-19 | 35-39 | 55-59 | 75+ |
| 20-24 | 40-44 | 60-54 | |
| 25-29 | 45-49 | 65-69 |
Please note that all age group awards are based on chip time, NOT gun time. However, Open winners and course records will be determined according to gun time.
There will be multiple special achievement award levels that individual athletes can attain throughout the 2013 Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series. If you have questions regarding the series awards please contact run@131Marathon.com.
Complete three (3) events in the series and earn a special medal! You must register 30 days from the 3rd event in order to receive the medal. You will receive your award medal on the day of the 3rd event at the Awards & Results Tent. View Medal
Complete five (5) events in the series to each a special medal! You must register 30 days from the 5th event in order to receive the medal. You will receive your award medal on the day of the 5th event at the Awards & Results Tent. View Medal
Complete the entire Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series to earn an amazing award - Entry to any Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series event for LIFE!
Awards are based off achievement of events within calendar year 2013. Qualifying events in 2013 are:
| Los Angeles - January 13 | Miami Beach - March 9 |
| New York City - March 23 | Chicago - June 8 |
| Boston - TBD | Atlanta - October 6 |
| Dallas - October 26 | Fort Lauderdale - November 10 |
When: March 9, 2013
Where: Miami Beach, FL
Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series National Championship offers total prize money of $29,200 distributed as:
| 1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Male | $13,000 | $1000 | $500 |
| Overall Female | $13,000 | $1000 | $500 |
In order to be eligible to win the championship prize money runners must qualify. Qualification can be accomplished several ways:
*All qualifying times subject to verification by race staff.
If you meet one of the three qualifying standards please fill out the form below and contact eliterun@131atlanta.com. For eligible athletes to race in the 13.1 Marathon® National Championship the elite athlete MUST contact us at least THREE weeks prior to the event. The elite field is limited and may close sooner.
You must fill out the ELITE ATHLETE APPLICATION FORM to be considered for a complimentary entry into the race.
Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series Record:
Emmanuel Ngatunyi - 1:03:59 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
Rebecca Robinson (2010) - 1:14:14 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon®)
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Emmanuel Ngatunyi (2011) - 1:03:59
Risper Gesabwa (2012) - 1:14:37
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Chicago 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Emisael Favela (2009) - 1:08:54
Meagan Nedlo (2011) - 1:21:42
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Dallas 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Daniel Kirwa (2011) - 1:05:12
Justyna Mudy (2011) - 1:16:10
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Fort Lauderdale 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Pedro Gonzalez (2009) - 1:12:40
Julia Stamps Mallon (2009) - 1:21:12
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Christopher Toroitich (2011) - 1:05:11
Risper Gesabwa (2012) - 1:14:37
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Bryan Sharkey (2010) - 1:13:44
Rebecca Robinson (2010) - 1:14:14
Allstate Life Insurance℠ New York 13.1 Marathon® Record:
Fabian Daza (2011) - 1:09:10
Jenna Papaz (2011) - 1:25:27
Male:
Emmanuel Ngatunyi - 1:03:59 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
Christopher Toroitich - 1:05:11 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon®)
Keith Bechtol - 1:07:32 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon®)
Michael Green - 1:08:03 (2009 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
Emisael Favela - 1:08:54 (2009 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Chicago 13.1 Marathon®)
Fabian Daza - 1:09:10 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
Female:
Rebecca Robinson - 1:14:14 (2010 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Miami Beach 13.1 Marathon®)
Risper Gesabwa - 01:14:37 (2012 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon®)
Lilian Mariita - 1:17:28 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
Julia Stamps Mallon- 1:19:20 (2010 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon®)
Meagan Nedlo - 1:20:30 (2011 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Los Angeles 13.1 Marathon®)
Diana Burk - 1:20:32 (2010 Los Angelese Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series)
Julia Stamps Mallon - 1:21:12 (2009 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Fort Lauderdale 13.1 Marathon®)
Kelly Williams - 1:21:39 (2009 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®)
The streets of Atlanta are open to runners, but it's the spectators that will help them get to the finish line. From start to finish, there are excellent opportunities to catch loved ones and friends running in Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®.
Medical support during the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series will be provided by health care professionals. Medical assistance will be available at each water station along the route providing medical assistance as needed. A fully-equipped medical facility will be located near the finish line.
Participants requiring medical assistance may be transported to one of the nearby hospitals, and will be billed by the hospital and ambulance provider. Participants must give on-scene medical personnel the freedom to determine which facility will be utilized.
IMPORTANT: Each participant must complete the medical information form on the back of your bib number. Please take time to fill out your medical information and provide emergency contact information. This will make your important health care information available to heath care professionals in the event you are unable to communicate with them.
If you are interested in volunteering for this event or any others, please email us at jnickell@usroadsports.com .
Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series will have entertainment stations along the course. This includes: Bands, Performances, Cheer Squads, Community Group Aid Stations and Dj's pumping tunes that will keep you movin' all through out the fun-filled 13.1 mile course.
There are many highlights to performing for Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series. Group name and booking information listed on the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series web site. Group signage may also be displayed at your performance location as long as it does not interfere with the race. (Signage may only be 3'x6').
Time: Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series begins at 7:00 AM, which means your group must be at their assigned location by 7 AM. Everyone will finish by 11 AM, with some groups ending earlier, depending on your location on the course.
Where: Along the 13.1 mile half marathon course. Performance locations will be confirmed.
Equipment: All groups will be responsible for supplying their own equipment. Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Series will provide access to electricity, either from a business or a generator.
Contact the Entertainment Director: Javier Sanchez
Phone: 305.278.8668
Email: JSanchez@usroadsports.com
The Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® has teamed up with ActiveTrainer coaches to create a half marathon training programs that are a balance of aerobic, anaerobic and cross-training workouts. This training program is built to get people of all levels across the finish line. From the first-timer to the seasoned veteran, you will find the right training program for you.
Good luck with your training and we will see you at the finish line! Click here to get started with ActiveTrainer.
Local training groups are organizing for the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®! Join the fun through any of our partners - local running stores, clubs and social or charity training groups.
Phidippides
1544 Piedmont Avenue (Ansley Mall)
Atlanta, GA 30324
Store Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10 am – 7 pm (Thursdays open until 8 pm)
Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
West Stride
3517 Northside Parkway #11
Atlanta, GA 30327
Store Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10 am – 7 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm
Join the Pace Team and our running store partners for training runs, leading up to race week to help you get ready for the Allstate Life InsuranceSM Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®. Training runs will take place at Phidippides and West Stride stores on the following weekend mornings. Training runs are FREE! Each training run will offer various distances to suit your training schedule. Training runs will also feature raffles, prizes and refreshments. All training runs will begin at 7:30 a.m.
TRAINING RUN SCHEDULE
Saturday, July 14 - Phidippides Ansley Mall – Training Kick-Off
Saturday, July 28 - West Stride – Meet the Pace Team
Saturday, August 11 - West Stride – Pace Team Run & Seminar on Pacing
Saturday, August 25 – West Stride
Saturday, September 15 - Phidippides Ansley Mall
Saturday, September 22 – Pace Team Course Run – Town Brookhaven*
*Hosted by Windsor Communities. Meet in the Windsor at Brookhaven Clubhouse
Saturday, September 29 – West Stride
Weekly Runs
Aside from the official training runs, many area running stores offer weekly opportunities to run from their locations.
Phidippides
West Stride
Big Peach Running Company
Fleet Feet
Road Runner Sports
** If your business hosts weekly training runs, contact jolshaske@usroadsports.com to have the information posted.
As the official training program of the Allstate Life InsuranceSM Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®, Pear Sports is offering 20% off the Pear Square OneTM and any Pear Training Plan. *Must enter code USRSTWENTY at checkout to receive the 20% off.
Unlike any other heart rate monitor or training device, Pear Training IntelligenceTM will guide you step by step throughout your workout, not only telling you when to speed up or slow down, but also providing useful tips, helping improve your form, explaining the purpose and benefits of the workout, and motivating you.
Pear offers hundreds of workouts, including half and full marathon training plans, 5K & 10K plans, workouts to help with weight loss, and many more. Pear also offers custom training plans, designed by Matt Fitzgerald, tailored specifically to your goal, time frame, and fitness level.
Cost: $49.00
Program begins Saturday, July 14
Location: Blackburn Park, West Stride and Phidippides @ Ansley Mall
Program Includes:
12-week half marathon written training guide
Supported long runs every Saturday for 12 weeks
(click here download run schedule here)
Friendly, experienced coaches
Tech performance training shirt
On-course water and post-run food each Saturday
Informative Running seminars
Complimentary boot camp sessions with the American Boot Camp Company
* Does not include race registration
Click Here to Register Today!
Click "Register Now;" log-in or create a new account; Choose "Allstate Life InsuranceSM Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® Training Program
with the American Boot Camp Company;" Proceed with checkout.
Each Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series event offers Elite runners a total prize money purse of $3,500 distributed as:
| 1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
American Record Bonus |
World Record Bonus |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Male | $1,000 | $500 | $250 | $50K | $100K |
| Overall Female | $1,000 | $500 | $250 | $50K | $100K |
Please contact USRS at eliteinfo@usroadsports.com with any questions regarding the elite program, prize money or the Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series National Championship. If you are interested in any of the Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series events, please contact us at least two weeks prior to the event.
You must fill out the ELITE ATHLETE APPLICATION FORM to be considered for a complimentary entry into the race.
Athletes who participate in this competition may be subject to formal drug testing in accordance with USATF and IAAF rules, in accordance with USOC, USADA, or IAAF procedures. Athletes found, after a disciplinary hearing, to be positive for prohibited substances, as defined by the WADA Code and/or IAAF, or who refuse to be tested, will be disqualified from this event and may lose eligibility for future competitions. Any prize money payable to an athlete who has tested positive shall be withheld until the final disposition of all disciplinary proceedings. BEWARE: Some prescriptions, over the counter medications, and nutritional supplements may contain prohibited substances. Information regarding drugs and drug testing may be obtained by calling the USADA Reference Hotline at 1-800-233-0393, or www.usantidoping.org.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K
Runner Start: 7:00 AM
Start Location: Town Brookhaven, 4330 Peachtree Rd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
The Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K race at the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® will start and finish in Town Brookhaven, 4330 Peachtree Rd, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319.
The Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K race is WALKER FRIENDLY. The course and finish line will be open for 3 hours and 30 minutes (16 minute/mile pace) for the 13.1® runners and should not affect Hyundai Hope on Wheels 5K runners.
Each mile marker will have a large clock displaying the "gun time" of the event.
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;
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.
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.
Portable toilets will be added in locations throughout the course. The portable toilets will be located near each aid station.
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.
All 2012 Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® affiliates will receive an entry fee group discount. Affiliates' logo and organization description will be included on the Charity & Large Group Affiliate page under Race Partners. Affiliates will also be eligible to earn race weekend benefits such as a finish line tent or PA announcements.
As running and walking experience a major boom in popularity, the concept of running for a cause is also gaining significant attention and growth. The Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® is proud to work with nonprofit groups and appreciates the integral role charity fundraising plays in drawing new runners and promoting the sport. The opportunity to fundraise through races provides a great avenue for charities to cut through the competitive world of fundraising. Running has evolved into a sport that encourages completion versus competition. There are many sources of training information to help your charity runner complete the challenge of finishing a half marathon or 5K. The goal is to get them started so they can get going! Any nonprofit group that raises funds for charity can participate in the Charity Affiliate Program.
For Charity opportunities, please contact David Scott: DScott@usroadsports.com
The Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon® also welcomes many businesses, training groups, running clubs and other non-fundraising organizations each year and offers a variety of benefits based on the number of participants the group recruits for the race. Any non-fundraising organization with a group of 10 or more can participate in the Large Group Affiliate Program.
For large group opportunities please contact Jennie Olshaske <jolshaske@usroadsports.com>
Some people run, we fly! Spirit Airlines, home of the $9 Fare Club is the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier (ULCC) in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. As the unbundling leader in the industry, Spirit allows consumers the option of paying only for the features they value without subsiding the choices of others. Our all-Airbus fleet flies more than 150 daily flights to 44 destinations.
Our select Headquarters Hotels offer special discounted rates, convenient access to the start line and all the "runner friendly" amenities you need to have a successful race weekend. Reserve your room now while discounts are still available! National Travel Systems is proud to serve as the Official Travel Partner of the Allstate Life InsuranceSM Boston 13.1 Marathon®. Our goal is to enhance the overall experience for you, the participant, by offereing a variety of hotel options to choose from in order to best meet your personal needs. If you have any qustions please contact National Travel Systems atsportsinfo@nationaltravelsystems.com
Our select rental car companies offer special discounted rates for all Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series participants. Reserve your discounted rental car from one of the following companies:
Download the Participant & Spectator Information Sheet.
Download the Participant & Spectator Information Sheet.
528 Plasters, Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Email: run@131atlanta.com
For questions on registrations, refunds and race day info, please contact Danielle Puckerin: dpuckerin@usroadsports.com
Dallas-based US Road Sports and Entertainment Group is proud to present the Allstate Life Insurance℠ Atlanta 13.1 Marathon®. This event is part of a series of races that will give runners and walkers a chance to participate in a world-class half marathons throughout some of the most popular running communities nationwide.
All 13.1 Marathon® events are first-timer friendly and perfect for new marathoners in training on up to experienced runners looking for a fun and memorable race experience and the chance to compete in America's only nationwide half marathon series.
Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series races were created in response to the growing demand for half marathons and support for the distance as a race by people seeking to accomplish life-long goals. The Allstate Life Insurance℠ 13.1 Marathon® Series currently consists of eight races for 2012 in Atlanta, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale and New York.
US Road Sports & Entertainment Group prides itself in offering world class endurance events that are not only fantastic hometown races but destination events as well. Looking for a 26.2 mile party? We’ve got that—and more
www.usroadsports.com
As the National Race Director for the Series, Bob works hard to make sure everything is set for you on race day so you can set a PR!
run@131atlanta.com
Steve is the one behind the scenes making sure you get to enjoy the best sponsors in the business! Contact him today.
sobert@usroadsports.com
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