2016 KONA RUN
General Questions
1. What is the New Race Date?
Saturday, June 11, 2016
Registration in the 10 Mile is limited to 750 entries, the 10K is limited to 1,400 entries, and the 5K is limited to 1,750 entries.
ALL races start at Hines Park 1/2 Mile South of 7 Mile Road. The 10 Mile, 10K, and 5K finish at Ford Field (between Griswold and Hutton). The Mile Finishes at the orignal Start at Hines Park.
7:15 am - 10K Run
7:30 am – 10 Mile
8:15 am - Maui Mile
8:45 am – 5K Run (Waves Start)
Online Registration ends on Wednesday, June 8th at 11:00 pm EST
NO REFUNDS; ONLY TRANSFERS ALLOWED TO ANOTHER PERSON BEFORE OUR ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -- Contact Jill (all volunteers receive a Kona Tech Shirt) at: [email protected]
2. How can I register, P/Up my Bib Number, Tech Shirt and B-Tag?
Race B-Tag Bib Number & Tech Shirt pick up or for New Registration on:
EARLY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP:
Saturday, June 4th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, June 5th – 12:00 Noon to 4:00 pm: Early Packet Pickup & Registration at both Road Runner Sports stores …
1) Canton, MI – Address: 42743 Ford Rd., Canton, MI 48187 – MAP
2) W. Bloomfield, MI – Address: 4297 Orchard Lake Rd., W. Bloomfield, MI 48323 –MAP
REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, June 10th - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at Northville Community Center located 1.5 block west of Center at 303 W Main St, Northville, MI 48167
Call Mark Koehl at: 248-912-8747 for your questions that weekend!
Race Day – Saturday, June 11th – New Registration & Packet Pick-up beginning at 6:30 am at Northville Community Center located 1.5 block west of Center at 303 W Main St, Northville, MI 48167
3. Where do I park?
Download a Parking Map HERE !
Download our NEW bus route map HERE !
Bus Schedule: Saturday June 11th - 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Continuous BUS round trip loop from Northville HS parking lot
with stops at:
- Northville Rd at 7 Mile Rd (near start line)
- Race Expo at the Northville Community Center gym
- Northville Rd at 7 Mile Rd
- Returning to Northville HS
4. How do I get to the Finish?
The 10 Mile, 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk events all finish at Ford Field located at Griswold & Center St.
5. Can I run more than one event?
Yes, if you can run quick enough. You will need to pay the entry fee for both races to be scored.
6. What do I need to know about Chip Timing?
You must wear your B-Tag bib on shirt front to be scored. Pick it up at the race day registration area or packet pick up. Timing Chip Mats are located at the start & finish for accurate timing. You will need two B-Tag bibs if you run two races.
7. Medals & Age Group Awards?
All 10 Mile, 10K, and 5K finishers receive Medals. 10 Mile, 10K & 5K Run events receive Age Group Awards M/F, 3 deep, 5-year increments, from 14 & under, to +75. Age Group Awards are picked up at our Finish-Line Awards Tent at 9:15 am located at Ford Field.
8. What about Entertainment?
Entertainment: Hawaiian Luau Party with Hawaiian Dancers & Steel Drum performance, live music with bands & DJ - at Northville Downs, on courses & at Ford Field; great Food & Beverage Buffet and Outdoor Sponsor Expo!
9. What do I do after you cross the Finish Line?
All 10 Mile, 10K and 5K finishers receive Medals; Enjoy our Headliner Band playing in Ford Field. Finish Results posted in Ford Field near our Age Group Awards Booth.
10. Are Baby Joggers & Pets allowed in races?
Yes Baby Joggers and Pets are allowed in the race events but please be very careful and respectful to the other participants. SAFETY IS MOST IMPORTANT!
11. Where can I go for additional information or questions?
Go to www.KonaRun.com or send email directly to Alan Whitehead at: [email protected]