Marathon 7:00AM • Half Marathon 7:30AM • 10K 7:30AM • 5K 7:45AM

September 25, 2010

As this is an inaugural race, there are still many details to be ironed out. The following are details as they are known at this time. Our website will be continuously updated as items are finalized. All registered participants will receive final instructions via email in September.

There is a maximum of 1000 total runners. Yes, we realize that is a lot for an inaugural race, we are not expecting miracles, just want to be prepared for the “in your wildest dreams” scenario.

There will be no race day registration for the any of the races. Finisher medals are awarded to all finishers. The top three finishers in each age group receive place medals.

Full marathon race start time is 7:00 a.m.  The half marathon and 10k start at 7:30 a.m. and the 5k will start at 7:45 a.m. The full and half marathon is an out and back course which includes the International Bridge and continues along the river front in historic Sault Ste. Marie.  The course is primarily fast and flat, with the exception of inclines on the International Bridge, and extremely scenic.   An elevation chart is available. The race will start on the campus of Lake Superior State University with the finish lines located in downtown Sault Ste. Marie.   The route is subject to change while we work through the certification process.  Final route details will be available early summer.  

Transportation will be available to bring runners back to the starting line and parking.

All marathoners will receive a custom designed Moisture Management Techinical shirt. Please mark appropriate size on your registration.

Entry Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable for any reason. Sorry no exceptions. Once we receive your entry, you will not receive a refund. If you cannot participate, you may not give or sell your number to anyone else. If you are registered for the Marathon you may transfer to the Half Marathon (if you registered for the Marathon before the Half Marathon fills) or 10K without any refund of the difference. You can also transfer from the Half Marathon to the 10K without a refund of the difference. There is a $20.00 fee to transfer races.

Make Checks Payable to the Sault Area Chamber of Commerce and mail to 2581 I-75 Business Spur, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Your cancelled check will act as your confirmation.

Marathon Awards

The top three finishers in each age group receive acknowledgement.  Everyone will receive a finisher’s medal.  There will be male and female categories in each of the following age groups, 17 & under, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

Parking

Parking is available in the James Norris Physical Education Center of Lake Superior State University. You will need to walk a short distance to the starting location. The path will be well marked.

Travel documents

Yes, we are running the International Bridge, however, we are not entering Canada. Our route turns around prior to passing through Canada Customs. Because we are not entering Canada, you do NOT need to provide a passport or other travel documents to verify citizenship. However, having said that, no one is allowed on the Bridge without a bib! U.S and Canadian Customs Officials will be on hand to ensure all participants follow the route and no one enters the race from the Canadian side of the bridge.