National College Blue Ridge Marathon
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Welcome to the National College Blue Ridge Marathon
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the inaugural Blue Ridge Marathon will be run on April 24, 2010. The building of the Blue Ridge Parkway was an amazing feat as anyone who completes this marathon will see.
Local runners have crafted one of the most difficult and beautiful marathons on the east coast. The full marathon course includes 3,076 feet of total elevation gain and 6,140 feet of total elevation change. The uphill portions will test each runner’s strength and endurance while the equally challenging downhill sections are sure to weed out those who are unprepared. The breathtaking views and stunning Blue Ridge Mountain scenery are sure offer some reprieve to runners as they persevere to the finish line!
Not only does the course include beautiful mountain scenery, it also offers an iconic START and FINISH in front of two well-known and historic locations in downtown Roanoke: The Taubman Museum of Art and the historic Hotel Roanoke.
National College is the title sponsor for this event.
Odyssey Adventure Racing will be the event managers and race director for the National College Blue Ridge Marathon and Half Marathon.
Date
Location
Venue
Distance
Marathon 26.2 miles
- Total Climb: 3,076 ft.
- Total Elevation Change: 6,140 ft.
Half Marathon 13.1 miles
- Total Climb:1,399 ft.
- Total Elevation Change: 2,779 ft.
Duration
Disciplines
Divisions
Fees
| Marathon | Half Marathon | |
| Before Dec.31, 2009 | $80 | $65 |
| Before March 15, 2010 | $90 | $75 |
| Through April 22, 2010 | $100 | $85 |
| April 23-24, 2010 | $120 | $105 |
Included
Zorrel performance shirt
Post race food
Medals to all finishers
Important Dates
Dec.31, 2009- Early Discount Rate ends
March 15, 2010- Discount Rate ends
April 22, 2010- Online Registration closes
April 23-24, 2010- On site Registration
Schedule
Friday, April 23, 2010
Expo, check in, on site registration and packet pick up-TBA
Race Brief: TBA
Saturday, April 24, 2010
On site registration-TBA
Chip Timing pick up-TBA
Race Start: 7:30am for both events
Race Finish: 2:30 pm
Post Race meal: TBA
Directions
TBA
Lodging
Off the interstate, by the airport, near the Parkway, and close to the start/finish line, there are many hotel choices throughout Roanoke. Below are a select few. Click here for even more!
We are currently working with several local hotels to create the ultimate Runners VIP Package – please check back soon for details.
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Avenue, Roanoke
540.985.590
Hyatt Place, Valley View
5040 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.366.4700
Mainstay Suites, Valley View
5080 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.527.3030
Courtyard by Marriot, Airport
3301 Ordway Dr., Roanoke
540.563.5002
Rosehill Bed and Breakfast
521 Washington Ave., Roanoke
540.400.7785
Best Western Inn, Valley View
5050 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.362.2400
Hampton Inn, Airport
6621 Thirlane Rd NW, Roanoke
540.265.2600
Comfort Inn, Airport
5070 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.527.2020
Brugh’s Inn of Salem
1226 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem
540.761.4991
Maridor Inn and Breakfast
1857 Grandin Rd., Roanoke
540.982.1940
Fincastle Gallery Bed and Breakfast
110 Roanoke St., Fincastle
540.473.2974
Heavenly Haven Cabin
located on Craig Creek, Craig County
540.904.4682
Certifications
N/A
Support Crews
Running Shoes
Strong legs
Oxygen
BIB NUMBER REQUIREMENTS
- All registered runners will receive a bib number that must be worn on race day. If you are not wearing your bib during the race, you will be considered a bandit runner and will be escorted off the course.
- The bib must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race.
- Please fill in the necessary medical and emergency contact information on the back of the bib number. Use a pen or waterproof marker.
- Do not alter the bib in any way.
- Bib numbers are non-transferable and must be worn by the registrant to whom they have been assigned.
TIMING INFO
- Set-Up Events will provide the results with the use of the Champion Chip timing system and software.
- All registrants will receive a chip that must be worn on the shoe in order to be timed. The chip needs to be attached to your shoe; otherwise, the timing mats will not be able to record the time.
- Awards for the overall winners will be based on start time; age category winners will be determined by chip time.
- Chip times will be used for your official running time and on your certificate of race completion.
- Participants who own their own Champion Chip must provide this information when registering and then verify at packet pickup.
- Fasten the chip with the strip provided with the chip.
- Chip is non-transferable and must be worn only by the participant to whom it is assigned.
- Do not lose the chip. A $35 replacement fee will be charged to any participant who fails to return the chip at the finish line. A volunteer will offer to help you remove the chip at the finish line.
- If you forget to turn in a chip, return it to the Blue Ridge Marathon office within one week to avoid a charge.
All Marathon and Half Marathon finishers will receive a commemorative finisher’s medal.
Age group awards will be presented for both events to the top 3 male & female finishers in the age groups.
AGE GROUPS
15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74, 75-79, and 80+
We will be compiling a list of FAQ as they develop and are submitted. In the meantime, please be sure to review the details provided on the Registration page.
Got a question? Send it to us and we’ll get back to you with an answer!
RaceDirector@BlueRidgeMarathon.com
Registration for the Blue Ridge Marathon is handled by Setup Events. Select the link for the race of your choice and you will be directed to the Setup website to complete the registration process.
