The Park to Park Half Marathon is Iowa’s fastest half marathon (fielding the fastest field of any Iowa half marathon) and takes place on a USATF certified, mostly shaded paved trail course with no interference from car traffic. The net elevation gain is zero. This race exists for you – …
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The Park to Park Half Marathon is Iowa’s fastest half marathon (fielding the fastest field of any Iowa half marathon) and takes place on a USATF certified, mostly shaded paved trail course with no interference from car traffic. The net elevation gain is zero.
This race exists for you – the participants. Expenses support you first at this event. You will find quality in everything from the merchandise to the mile markers. There are ample portable toilets and plenty of fluid stops with sports drink and oranges to help fuel you.
Fall temperatures are typically in line with helping you take advantage of your spring/summer training for a PR.
The beautiful park setting is a welcome change from the busy streets most races take place on.
There is an elite program for experienced racers.
Results are second to none and immediate. You will be able to see how you did moments after crossing the finish line. A QR code on your bib can be used by any smart device to see the live results page. A results kiosk will be set up and everyone who wants a personalized results slip can receive one.
When you get home you can check out a video of yourself crossing the finish line. It will be visible to all your friends/family simply by clicking on your name in results. Sign up to have family and friends get your results on their phones, including Facebook updates of your race.
Crossing the finish line in victory begins a welcome party that is second to none. You will be handed a cold/wet towel as you slow down in the finish area before having a beautiful custom medal draped around your neck. The appetite you worked up on the course will be met with made on-site pizza from The OP Pizza restaurant, Hy-Vee BBQ pork, chocolate milk, free Michelob Ultra and a host of other snacks both healthy and sugary. There are even Gluten free options.
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