This 5k is a great way to say goodbye to the end of the year, ring in the new year ahead, and get some great swag and perks!
Pre-Race:
My boyfriend and I signed up for this race online and the registration was a breeze. On race morning, we arrived at race sponsor North Mass Boulder, a climbing gym. Parking was located within steps of the start/finish line, and after picking up our bibs and shirts, we were invited to check out the inside of the climbing center and warm up before the race.
The Race:
The course was a big out-and-back near Downtown Indianapolis. The course was partially on the road and partially on the walk/bike trail. While the course itself didn’t really offer much of a view, especially in comparison to the other, more picturesque parts of Downtown, the volunteers were awesome and made sure to keep runners hydrated and excited throughout the entire race - even when it started to rain and get chilly!
Post-Race:
For this being a smaller 5k race I was honestly really impressed with the post-race amenities. In addition to receiving a shirt, medal and post-race snacks, all runners got complimentary beer tickets to visit the bar in the upstairs section of the climbing center. In addition, we also received a free day pass for North Mass Boulder - so if you’re a rock climber, this is an awesome perk!
Tips:
-This is a shared course, so watch out for other walkers, runners, or cars!
-There are some potholes hear the start and finish line - be careful and watch your ankles!
Final Thoughts:
This race was a fun way to cap the year and it offers a great balance of a smaller race atmosphere with larger race runner perks!