MASS AVE MILE

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  • 07.21.2012 @ 06:00 AM
  • Cambridge, Massachusetts
Event Closed
The event administrator has closed online registration for this event.
Event Details
07 .21 .2012
starts at 06 :00 AM
Porter Square , Cambridge , Massachusetts 02140
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Event Information
Registration
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. You may still register for the Mass Ave Mile at Marathon Sports in Cambridge through Saturday, 7/21 at 4pm.

Race day registration will be available at Tavern in the Square in Porter Square on Sunday, 7/22 from 8am-8:45am.
Race Proceeds
Race proceeds will benefit CRLS Boys and Girls Track Teams and Title IX Girls Running Club.
Timing
Net timing will be provided by RaceWire.
Post Race Festivities
The post race food and beverages, sponsored by Whole Foods and the Harvard Square Business Association will be located in Winthrop Park, as well as the awards ceremonies.
Baggage
There will be a baggage check in Winthrop Park on the corner of JFK St and Mt Auburn St. shortly after the finish line.
Bib and Shirt Pick Up
Marathon Sports, 1654 Mass Ave, Cambridge on Wednesday from 2-6, Thursday and Friday this week from 11-6 and
Saturday from 11-4. Race day registration and pick up is at The Tavern in the Square Porter, 1815 Mass Ave, from 8-8:45.
The Course
The USATF Certified course starts at the intersection of Mass Ave and Upland Rd and finishes on Mass Ave at the beginning of the crosswalk in front of Harvard Coop and Out of Town News. There will be clocks at the 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4 mile splits.
Parking
It is strongly advised to park in Harvard Square and either jog or take the T to the start.
The Start
There will be a seeded start with the faster runners starting in the front. This will be strictly enforced, not just for fairness but for the safety of the runners. NO STROLLERS or headphones or similar devices allowed. For slower runners, be aware that you may be asked to run on the sidewalk and obey traffic rules if you cannot run in under 13 minutes.
Prizes
The top 3 men and women will split a $500 cash purse. Age group awards and primes for the first male and female to cross the 1/2 mile mark.
Sub Event Cost Distance
$25.00 1mi
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I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against sponsors, coordinating groups and any individuals associated with the event, their representatives and assigns, and will hold them harmless for any and all injuries suffered in connection with this event. I attest that I am physically fit to compete in this event. Race management reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of managements control such as weather, natural disasters or other emergencies. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. Management may also alter the course and distances for the safety of the athletes. I understand that the entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Further, I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my likeness in all media including photographs, pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. SecureFee™ Registration Cancellation Insurance is offered in most states. If purchased, your registration may be covered for one of the covered reasons stated in the policy.