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It’s RACE WEEK!
Expotique April 18, 12-6 pm
You’ve trained hard - now it’s time to
celebrate and have some fun!
What to expect:
New this year: Great weather! Read on for all the details.
Saturday, April 18
Fellow Flowers Shake Out Run
Fellow Flowers is hosting a shake-out run on Saturday, April 18th at 8 am, leaving
from the JW Marriott, 235 Louis Street NW. The focus is fun and friendship with
two easy miles geared toward conversation and getting to know one another. All
those attending will also receive an exclusive promotional coupon to be used at
the Expotique.
Lot’s of fun and a great experience!
Meet our charity partners and sponsors
Lend your thumbprint to a legacy board
Have your picture taken more than once
Share with WoodTV why you run for a video
Pick-up unique cheer signs
Create your own cheer sign
Purchase custom Nike fan wear
and much, much more!
Is there anything new and exciting at the
Expotique?
New to the Expotique this year are three movement classes, so dress appropriately!
1:30 pm - Drumstick Class
Hosted by Freebird Fitness - Instructor: Holly Visser
Expotique presented by Priority Health
Noon – 6 pm
Where: Ford Fieldhouse at
Grand Rapids Community College
111 Lyon St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Where should I park?
The parking deck is located at corner of
Bostwick and Crescent
Use the main Fieldhouse entrance off of
Lyon St. to enter the Expotique.
This drumstick workout is guaranteed fun! We will ramp up your cardio with heart
pumping beats and drum sticks, strengthen your core, and soothe your soul with a bit
of yoga movement to finish. Everyone is welcome! Lots of grace here no matter the
skill level. We move in LOVE.
2:30 pm - Slow Flow Yoga
Hosted by Seva Yoga - Instructor: Amy Rowland
Yoga is a great way to prepare for a race. Spend 45 minutes on your mat getting your
body, mind and breath ready for race day. Come prepared with your yoga mat and
clothes that allow you to move freely.
Amy is running the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon for the first time this year. “This run
is special to me because two years ago I was told after ankle and calf surgery that I
would “never run again”. Running an all female event feels like the perfect supportive
event to prove that ‘never’ wrong.”
3:30 pm - Groove Class
Host: Twisted Yoga - Instructor: Wendy Rennaker
THEGROOVE by Misty Tripoli™ is a simple yet revolutionary and foundational approach
to teaching dance or movement that uses the facilitation of the Technology of
AUTHENTICITY™ to foster self awareness, authentic movement, creativity and unique
self expression, for the cultivation of vibrant holistic health, for the mind, body, heart
and soul. The result is a truly authentic delicious DANCE experience!
Expotique April 18, 12-6 pm
Expotique April 18, 12-6 pm
Picking up your Race Packet:
Can I get my charm engraved?
Noon - 6 pm
Please know your bib number prior to getting into line.
Bib numbers will be posted at the Expotique.
Or you can click here to check your bib number online.
Race packets are also available on Sunday starting at 6 am at Calder Plaza.
To pick up your packet, you must show a picture ID. If you are picking up for
another person, you must know their name, date of birth, and confirmation
number.
VIP Packet Pick-Up
If you have purchased a VIP Tent pass, look for the VIP sign for expedited
packet pick-up.
Can I Register for the race at the Expotique?
Yes, we accept cash or check only.
There is no guarantee that a shirt will be available.
Half Marathon: $95
5k : $35
Can I still transfer to the 5k if I am registered
for the half marathon at the Expotique?
Yes, you will need to pick up your half marathon bib and then head to the 5k late
registration line so you can get transferred properly in the system. You will receive a new
5k bib and shirt. You will forfeit your finisher charm when you switch to the 5k, but will
receive the 5k lapel pin.
Terryberry is proud to be the official Charm Sponsor of the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon
and 5k for the third year. Terryberry will offer custom engraving for charms at a cost of
$10.
We will have labels (for the pre-addressed charm packages) available at the Terryberry
booth at the Expotique. Payment can be made with MC, Visa, or cash. The women
who choose to pre-pay for engraving will still need to drop off their charm at the Terryberry
booth post-race. We will have their pre-addressed, paid, charm envelope ready for
them to put their charm in for engraving.
Terryberry will offer custom engravings on race day. Charms must be dropped off at
the Terryberry tent by the start and finish line. It is $10 to engrave the charm. Charms
will be mailed via USPS after the race.
Sponsor Booths
Amway
Fellow Flowers
Gordon Water
Grand Valley State University and Organicycle
Terryberry Jewelry
Mansky Podiatry
Metro Health
Michigan Runner Girl
Nike and Gazelle Sports Boutique
Priority Health
StellaFly
Symmetry Training and Fitness
West Michigan Sports Commission
WOTV
Zonta Club of Grand Rapids
Charity Partner Booths
G.R.O.W. (Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women)
Kent County Girls on the Run
YWCA of Central West Michigan
Women at Risk
Race Day! April 19
Race Day! April 19
Calder Plaza on Ottawa Avenue NW
Click here for parking information.
Half Marathon starts 8 am
5k starts at 8:20 am
An overview of race day
6 - 7:30 am: Packet Pickup
Please know your bib number prior to getting in line.
Bib numbers will also be posted outside of the packet pick-up tent.
You can also find it online by clicking here.
6 - 7:30 am: Late Registration (5k only)
$35 cash or check only. No guarantee shirts will be available.
6 - Noon: Gear Check
Gear check is available from 6am-12pm in the large tent in Calder Plaza.
Your gear check number is on your bib. You can tear this off and we’ll
attach it to your bag.
6:30 am - 11 am: VIP Tent
For those people who purchased the sold-out VIP tent,
start and finish your race here!
Private gear check
Water, juice, hand-poured coffee
Delicious, hot breakfast
Private porta-potties
Nike swag bag
Plenty of seating
7:50 am: National Anthem
Gazelle Girl Jamie Lange will sing our national anthem.
7:55 am: Mayor Heartwell and Maranda
7:59 am: Ready, Set, GO
8 am: Half Marathon Start
8:20: 5k Run/Walk Start
8 - Noon: Rejuvenation Stations
Our rejuvenation station is super popular. The Rejuvenation Station is located
inside the main tent for participants. Area massage therapists will be ready to
help your muscles recover on race day!
10:30 am: Awards Ceremony
Where should I line up to get
ready for the start?
Half Marathon runners should line up according to pace,
with the fastest runners in the front and the walkers
at the back. Please look for the pace signs to help you
figure out where you should line up. If you are walking
the half marathon, please line up at the end of the line
of runners.
Half Marathon: When lining up please look for and line
up near the pacer that matches your pace. They will be
holding bright green signs. You do not have to run with
a pace group, but lining up by projected pace helps
make for a smooth start! Walkers should line up at the
very back of the line.
5k Runners should line up AFTER the half marathon
runners have all crossed the starting line. 5k runners
should not line up with the half marathon runners. The
5k will start at 8:20am.
5k: There will not be pace groups, but runners should
line up with the fastest runners at the front, and the
walkers at the back. Strollers MUST line up after the
walkers. Walkers should line up at the very back of the
line.
Please note no strollers will be allowed on the half
marathon course.
TIPS:
Prepare the night before! Lay out what you want
to wear, pack your bag and be ready to go.
Make sure you have everything, especially your
bib, before you leave your vehicle after parking.
You can gear check a small bag. If the forecast
looks like rain, a dry change of clothes or a towel
can be nice to have. Think comfort! Your gear
check number is on your bib. You can tear this
off and we’ll attach it to your bag.
Clothes discarded during the run will be picked
up and donated to charity. Please plan to drop
them within the first mile or at an aid station.
Remember, nothing new on race day!
Wear clothes/shoes/socks you’ve worn before.
Eat similarly to your training runs.
HAVE FUN! Today is a celebration!
Get social! Use #GazelleGirl on Twitter and
Instagram to share photos and inspiration!
Race Day!
Race Day!
Before
Clothing Donations at the Start and Finish Line
Are there bathrooms?
Yes, we will have plenty! There is a fleet of them on Calder Plaza. Additionally, there will be
two port-a-johns at each aid station and a whole fleet of them at the start and finish line.
How about coffee?
Direct Trade Coffee Club will be selling coffee on race morning!
They provide single origin coffee directly from Guatemala. All coffee is
roasted in Grand Rapids. Coffee is $2, with $1 being donated back to
our charity partners!
Will the race be cancelled because of weather?
If it’s just rain, the race goes on! You’ll see
colored flags at our aid stations to alert you
about weather conditions. Flags change color
if weather heightens risk to the race (high
winds, lightening/storms). If you see black
flags, the race is cancelled.
During
EXTREME
Event Cancelled/ Extreme and Dangerous Conditions
Participation Stopped
HIGH
Potentially Dangerous Conditions
Slow down – Observe Course Changes/Consider Stopping
MEDIUM
Less than Ideal Conditions
Slow Down – Be Prepared for Worsening Conditions
LOW
Low Risk Good Conditions. Enjoy The Event – Be Alert
GOOD
No Risk. Enjoy The Event!
The Gazelle Girl Half Marathon will be collecting gently used sports apparel
for the YWCA of Central West Michigan. Sole Sisters is a group of women
runners seeking to enrich the lives of women in transition through running
and being active.
Sole Sisters encourages everyone to bring one piece of clothing to “toss”
at the start/finish line or at one of the aid stations. There will be two plastic
barrels on each side of the road near the start and will be labelled with a
Sole Sisters logo decal. Additionally, there will be two barrels just before
the mile 1 marker on the left side of the road with signs leading up to the
barrels letting the runners know that the clothing drop zone is coming up.
By providing athletic gear to the YWCA, Sole Sisters hope to increase
the comfort level of women new to exercise, encouraging them to make
physical activity part of their life.
If I toss my shirt, gloves, etc. will I be able to claim them?
No, anything left on the course will be donated to charity. See above.
Is the course iPod friendly?
Safety is our number one concern, while you are welcome to wear an
iPod or MP3 player we recommend that you only use one earbud and be
alert to your surroundings.
What if I get hurt during the race?
Will somone be taking photos?
Please check the race map for aid station locations. Water will be available at all
aid stations. GU and GU Brew (an electorlyte beverage) will be available at select
stations. Metro Health and LifeEMS are 100% focused on YOUR well-being.
Stellafly will be taking photos throughout race day. Race and general
expo photos will be available on the Stellafly and Team Stellafly Facebook
pages.
We are a Zero Waste event - please do your part!
Please remember that the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon is striving to be a
zero waste event. We don’t have any trash cans today so if you ‘bring it in,
please take it out!’
Be on the look out for our waste stations that have compost and recycling
bins. Any food, paper, plastic, or cardboard waste can be put here.
Everything you receive from the race today is compostable or recyclable.
In fact, around 80% of the items you throw away on a daily basis can be
composted or recycled.
Race Day!
Race Day!
After
Take time to CELEBRATE your accomplishment!
Immediately when you cross the finish line, runners in the half marathon
will receive a sterling silver charm. 5k runners will receive a lapel pin. Note:
runners MUST show their bib to receive the finisher prize. If the correct bib is
not displayed runners will not receive their prize.
Once you have your bling, you will reach a table of bottled water. Oranges,
apples, bananas and bagels will be available for all runners. SpartanNash has
donated nearly 5,000 pounds of food!
Celebration beverages!
What happens when I finish the race?
How soon can I learn my official race time?
New this year, you will notice a QR code on the back of your bib. Just scan the
code to get your results immediately! More of a paper person? Results will be
posted at the main tent. Want to check online at home? Click here.
ug your family, friends, neighbor, coach, mentor, running group or random
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person next to you! Also be sure to drop by the main tent and enjoy
a massage at the rejuvenation station.
Stop by the Grand Rapids Brewing Company for
a post-race beverage. Just show your bib to get a
$2 Silverfoam - American Lager!
Special hours: open at 9:30 am
GRBrewingCompany.com
*Must be 21 and older to drink. Offer good on Sunday, April 19 only.
Limit one per customer. Families welcome.
When is the awards ceremony?
Prefer a great cup of coffee in an intimate, friendly
coffee shop? After the race, Lantern Coffee Bar is
offering a Batch Brew cup of coffee to all participants.
Great Coffee. A Place to Gather. 100 Commerce SE, GR
LanternCoffee.com
The award ceremony will be held at Calder Plaza at 10:30 am. The emcee will
be announcing the top three overall winners. Prizes will be given for the top
three in each age group. Prizes can be picked up at the awards tent.
Age groups are: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49,
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
How long will the finish line remain open?
Recovery is important!
The finish line will remain open until all runners have crossed it.
Gazelle Sports has all the tools and
expert advice you need to recover after
your run! Foam rollers, massage tools,
and compression gear are just
a few items that can help you heal your
muscles and decrease soreness. Talk to
any of our super friendly staff members
to see which products are best for you!
Need a shower?
Showers are available for participants at the David D. Hunting YMCA, 475 Lake
Michigan Drive NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Participants must sign a waiver
and show their bib before entering.
Can I get my charm engraved?
Terryberry will offer custom engraving. Charms must be dropped off at the
Terryberry tent by the start and finish line. It is $10 to engrave the charm.
Charms will be returned via USPS after the race.
1 Ionia Ave. Grand Rapids
Hours: 9:30 am - 12 am
Grand Rapids, 3930 28th St SE
Also in Kalamazoo & Holland. Coming in June to Northville, Michigan!
I’m not going to be able to participate – can I still get
my shirt and finisher prize?
You can have someone pick up your shirt for you, but the finisher prizes are reserved
for those who complete the event. We will not be mailing shirts after the event.
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Ottawa Ave.
Start Line – Face South on Ottawa Ave.
Take Ottawa Ave. South to Lyon St.
Left on Lyon St. to Division Ave.
Left on Division Ave. to Coldbrook
Left on Coldbook St. to Monroe Ave.
Right on Monroe Ave. to Knapp St.
Left to enter Riverside Park via parking lot road
Follow park road to north end of park, through wooded trail to Monroe Ave.
Left on Monroe Ave. to North Park St.
Left on North Park St. Follow on the left to White Pine Trail
Follow White Pine Trail as it curves and loops under North Park St. bridge
Stay on the White Pine Trail north to just past AJ’s (batting cages)
Stay on the White Pine Trail south though Comstock Park back to North Park St.
Take North Park St. to Monroe. Ave.
Right on Monroe Ave. to Guild St.
Right on Guild St. into Riverside Park, follow pathway south to Knapp/Monroe
Right on Monroe Ave. to Canal Steet Park Entrance (just past Coldbrook/Monroe)
Follow Canal Street trail south to 6th Street Bridge
Right onto 6th Street Bridge to Front Ave.
Right on to Front Ave., to turn around. Go back down Front Ave. to 4th St.
Right on 4th St. to Scriber Ave.
Left on Scribner Ave. to Bridge/Michigan
Left on Bridge/Michigan to Ab-Nah-Awen Park entrance
Right to enter Ab-Nah-Awen Park , follow park trail to Gillette Bridge
Cross Gilette Bridge to Lyon St.
Take Lyon St. east to Ottawa Ave.
Left on Ottawa Ave. to finish line
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Directions:
Start Line – Face South on Ottawa Ave.
Left onto Lyon St. to Division Ave.
Left on Division Ave. to Mason St.
Left on Mason St.
Left on Monroe Ave to 6th St.
Right on 6th Street Bridge to Front Ave.
Right on Front Ave., north to turn around.
Back down Front Ave. to 4th St.
Right on 4th St/ to Scribner
Left on Scribner to Bridge/Michigan
Left on Bridge/Michigan east to A-Nab-Awin Park
Right to enter Ab-Nah-Awen
Follow park trail south to Gillette Bridge
Take Gillette Bridge to Lyon St.
Follow Lyon St. east to Ottawa ave.
Left on Ottawa Ave. to finish line
Celebrate!
Lyon St.
Pearl St.
Thank you Sponsors!
Community Supporters
Fellow Flowers
Gordon Water Systems
Grand Valley State University
Juhas and Sullivan
Kerkstra Portable Restroom Services Inc.
My Way Storage
Symmetry Training and Fitness
West Michigan Sports Commission
Seva Yoga
Zonta Club of Grand Rapids