Run the Line is your unique opportunity to run a single race that not only takes place in two states but that actually includes a portion where you run right down the state line. The 13.1 mile single-loop race goes through the twin cities of Texarkana, AR and Texarkana, TX. …
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Run the Line is your unique opportunity to run a single race that not only takes place in two states but that actually includes a portion where you run right down the state line.
The 13.1 mile single-loop race goes through the twin cities of Texarkana, AR and Texarkana, TX. The race starts in downtown Texarkana, TX and finishes in Texarkana, AR. The course includes two park asphalt trails and residential neighborhoods on city streets. The finish line is downtown at 3rd and Wood Streets in front of the Hopkins Ice House about 4 blocks from the start.
The race is a unique opportunity to run in one half marathon in two states – Texas and Arkansas – on a USATF certified (#AR09010DLP) single-loop course! We are excited to be in the prestigious 2018 Arkansas Grand Prix Series! Information about the series is available at www.arkrrca.com.
A portion of the course is on the Texas/Arkansas state line. The race includes chip timing and 2-person and 4-person relay teams. Enjoy our post-race celebration at the finish line with sponsored hamburgers, chicken, and beverages. Sponsored food and beverages are included for all race runners and walkers.
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Run the Line & Stay the Course
Pre race communication was sufficient Packet pick up was easy at the local shoe store which usually has a tent sale on running shoes Plenty of hotels to choose from … MORE
Pre race communication was sufficient
Packet pick up was easy at the local shoe store which usually has a tent sale on running shoes
Plenty of hotels to choose from and free parking at start/finish lines
Shotgun start was exciting, with several pacers from 1:45 to 2:45
Not very scenic, mostly on city streets with a 2 mile trail a mile in and 2 mile run through Spring Lake park around mile 8.
Course has a small rolling hills with about 300 feet gain
Aid stations were plentiful and well staffed
Finish line was at Hopkins Ice House where you could order food and drinks
Post race celebration was excellent, with hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, fruit, water, Gatorade, body armor, sodas, and beer.
Swag was super cool spinner medal with Texas on one side and Arkansas on the other side and shirt was dri-fit long sleeve shirt.
I definitely recommend this race and will be running it again since it is my hometown race.
Charming small town race
Race was flat and fast, taking you through both Texas and Arkansas as you navigate neighborhoods and small parks. Mile markers were adorably shaped in the state you were in, … MORE
Race was flat and fast, taking you through both Texas and Arkansas as you navigate neighborhoods and small parks. Mile markers were adorably shaped in the state you were in, since there was some back and forth. Final yards have you run down the state line.
Fan support in final neighborhoods was fun with houses that had kids blowing bubbles, leis & music, cocktails, shots, beer and more. Very fun vibe
Should allow 4.5 hours.
More road markings in neighborhoods when going straight. Very strict on 4 hour time even if hurt. Last runner was 80years old and timer didn't want to wait, even though3 … MORE
More road markings in neighborhoods when going straight. Very strict on 4 hour time even if hurt. Last runner was 80years old and timer didn’t want to wait, even though3 blocks out.
Twice as Nice in Texarkana U.S.A.
Pre race communication was sufficient Packet pick up was easy at the local shoe store which usually has a tent sale on running shoes Plenty of hotels to choose from … MORE
Pre race communication was sufficient
Packet pick up was easy at the local shoe store which usually has a tent sale on running shoes
Plenty of hotels to choose from and free parking at start/finish lines
Shotgun start was exciting, with several pacers from 1:45 to 2:45
Not very scenic, mostly on city streets with a 2 mile trail a mile in and 2 mile run through Spring Lake park around mile 8.
Course has a small rolling hills with about 300 feet gain
Aid stations were plentiful and well staffed
Finish line was at Hopkins Ice House were you could order food and drinks
Post race celebration was excellent, with hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken sandwiches, pinto beans, fruit, protein bars, water, Gatorade, body armor, sodas, and beer.
Swag was super cool medal with Texas and Arkansas both on it and shirt was dri-fit long sleeve shirt.
I definitely recommend this race and will be running it again since it is my hometown race.
Well-Done.
I was impressed with the whole thing; the organizers took the race very seriously. The check-in was totally fine. From start to finish, it went off smoothly while the course … MORE
I was impressed with the whole thing; the organizers took the race very seriously. The check-in was totally fine. From start to finish, it went off smoothly while the course was a bit challenging (not complaining about it). Two areas of improvement: 1) The tumblers for awards are way too cheap; hence, give out trophies instead; and 2) Train the volunteers to pass out water properly; after 10th mile or so, one dropped the cup on purpose, and it cost me badly for the final 5K, and I didn’t appreciate it. I might come back again in 2024 if I see a better overall setup.
Great Small City Race
Lots of aid stations and awesome course support. Well produced - great swag. I traveled from out of state to escape ice and snow - great weather for a half. … MORE
Lots of aid stations and awesome course support. Well produced – great swag. I traveled from out of state to escape ice and snow – great weather for a half. Both Shreveport and Texarkana airports are convenient.
My hometown race
Great pre race communication Expo and packet pick up was overall good at a local shoe store Course overall was awesome with paved trails, nice neighborhood areas, a couple of … MORE
Great pre race communication
Expo and packet pick up was overall good at a local shoe store
Course overall was awesome with paved trails, nice neighborhood areas, a couple of miles in a park, last mile was down state line which separates Texas and Arkansas.
Crowd support was phenomenal along with staff and volunteers
Aid stations were plentiful, I believe 7 total with restrooms at each.
Swag was a dri fit long sleeve shirt and medal was nice and heavy with both states in glitter
Post race had burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, cookies, and fruit
Free parking at starting line
Smaller races with 500 runners, they do offer a half marathon relay in 2 or 4 person teams
I most definitely recommend this race and I will run again
Tour of Texarkana USA
Race day arrival was very simple. I parked 40 minutes before the race started and was able to get a spot within a block of the start line. The temperatures … MORE
Race day arrival was very simple. I parked 40 minutes before the race started and was able to get a spot within a block of the start line.
The temperatures were in the high 30s to start the race and peaked somewhere in the high 50s. The weather was clear and it was a lovely day for a run. The course started in Texas and shortly crossed into Arkansas. It meandered through some city trails and some roads that were blocked off. The course headed back into Arkansas at about the halfway point and followed a similar out until it once again crossed into Arkansas for the finish line approach. I would assume the race is a pretty even split between distance in Arkansas and in Texas.
The police officers and volunteers that helped with the road crossings and the eight aid stations were fantastic for this race.
The overall course only had a few hundred feet of elevation gain and consisted of long gentle rolling train.
The finisher’s shirt did not mention the name of the race prominently on the front so this was a bit disappointing. The medal was nice for a race of this size. The food and snacks offered after the course were adequate. Several local restaurants were offering discounts for hardier meals.
I think this was a nice race and would run it again if I was near the Texarkana area.
Interesting town!
The weather ended up being great for this race. Better than I expected for February. It had a slight mist but it stopped after the race started. They have two … MORE
The weather ended up being great for this race. Better than I expected for February. It had a slight mist but it stopped after the race started. They have two starts-one for the people who could complete the race in under 2:15:00 and a second wave for the rest of the pack. There were runners/walkers in record attendance this year for the race. The tech long sleeve t shirt and medal were high quality. Not really a race expo as you pick your packet up at Racquet & Jog which is a sporting good store. They were having a shoe sale that Saturday which was nice. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this race but I truly enjoyed every minute of it. The mile markers would indicate which state you were in. There were plenty of aide stations along the course. Plenty of food for those who were in the back of the pack. The fireball/bacon/mimosa station was an interesting touch. I would come back to do this race again. I walked it as I was recovering from a nasty cold. Next time I am running the line! The fun part was trying to figure out what state you were in 🙂
Great Smaller Race
Well organized small race. I did not go to the Expo b/c I picked up the packet the day of the race. Things I liked, Fireballs at 11.5 and free … MORE
Well organized small race. I did not go to the Expo b/c I picked up the packet the day of the race. Things I liked, Fireballs at 11.5 and free beer after the course. The race was in two states Texas and Arkansas. This allowed me an Arkansas half this year b/c I already had Texas. I thought the course was really flat. I would have gone faster if my legs hadn’t been so tired after a week of racing. Cheers and happy running.