Showing posts with label running. Show all posts
Showing posts with label running. Show all posts

Thursday, December 8, 2022

Team 7-Eleven Philippines Ready for the Ho Chi Minh City Intl Marathon in Vietnam

PRESS RELEASE

After two years of being relegated to a virtual race format due to the pandemic, the 7-Eleven Run Series had its much-awaited big comeback via the in-person/physical race format last September 25, 2022, at the Filinvest City in Alabang and in Cebu Business Park and SM City Davao for the Cebu and Davao legs, respectively.

This 2022 race series was very much anticipated by both recreational and competitive runners because apart from providing a very challenging but well-organized run, 7-Eleven Philippines, the run series' prime mover, and with the support of their various sponsors has always prepared awesome post-run treats for everybody.

Out of the total 35,000 participants for all three legs, the top overall Filipino male and female runners from the 42k, 32km, and 21km categories will be given a chance to compete in an international race event. This year, the race will be the 5th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Seeing action this December 11, 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City are the following qualifiers: 


Out of the 16 qualifiers, six are having their international race debut courtesy of 7-Eleven Philippines. Those who qualified for the first time are Florencio Lapiz ( 42km, 3rd overall male), Arlan Arbois and Jerome Casinillo (32km, 1st and 2nd overall, respectively) Rosalyn Tadias and Stephanie Cadosale (32km, 2nd and 3rd overall female, respectively), and Roy Laudit (21km, 3rd overall male).

Since its inception last 2013, The Run 7-Eleven Series became a channel for Filipino elite runners to show their skills and talent as runners and prove that they have what it takes to compete with runners from all over the world through an international race. The delegation will travel and compete, all expenses paid for, with pocket money, and their needs are taken care of. Apart from this, runners who successfully finish in any of the top three overall spots in their respective category will not only bring home the race prizes but also receive a bonus cash prize from 7-Eleven Philippines.

This is the first time that Philippine Seven Corporation will be sending a Team 7-Eleven Philippines delegation to an international race again after taking a two-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” 7-Eleven Philippines will continue with its grass-roots program to nurture and support our Filipino runners who aspire to get the chance to represent the country in an international race,” shared 7-Eleven General Merchandise Division Head and Managing Director for Digital, Mr. Jose C. Ang Jr.

The delegation, composed of the 16 Filipino elite runners together with executives from Philippine Seven Corporation, is scheduled to leave for Vietnam on Friday, December 9, 2022. This gives the runners enough time to get settled and prepare for the race on Sunday, December 11, 2022.

Monday, November 28, 2022

Run Ortigas 2022: Second Race during pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic forced many people to delay participation in fitness, sports and other physical activities. The closure of fitness facilities, gyms and recreational venues plus the Covid-19 restrictions and locked down on common spaces, kept people from being sporty and active. During those times, I missed the feeling of running a race or joining a funrun.

Luckily, last November 20, I was able to join Run Ortigas 2022. Thanks Ms Vimz for the complimentary racekit! This happened to be my second official run during pandemic (are we still in?) after 711 Run 2022, and perfect timing for my Runrio Trilogy Run Asia - Leg 1 happening on December 4. 

Congratulations to "Ortigas and Co. Ltd Partnership" and Runrio for staging this race. Around 1,300+ runners joined the event. Very fun and organized one!

Here are some of my race observations:

  • Route - unusual venue for the race/run, but who I am I to complain since it is walking distance from home? 😄 Unlimited uphill specially along J. Vargas part. I hope more races to be staged in Ortigas considering the proximity to my residence
  • Logistics - lots of race marshals and security along the route, race route directions and kilometer markers are visible. 
  • Hydration - no cups these time since most of the runners brought their gatorade hydration bottle, an option would be a bottle of mineral provided on hydration stations.
  • Finisher's medal - for a 10km run, not a bad one!
  • Activity Village - Zumba!!! looks like runner
  • Pets on the Run - cutie doggos 😍
My strategy for this race was just to finish it since I slipped in the toilet a day before the run. I still manage to clocked at 1:14.

Sharing my photos below. Nice to reconnect to familiar faces again on the event.

Reunited bloggers 💓

Before the race 😀

Started late for the 10km category

Pandemic gains! lol 😂

thanks sir Dennis for the shot!

with Banjoe and Koi!

with Ms Vimz!

Finisher's medal

Hope to see you on the next race! 

Friday, September 9, 2022

7-Eleven Run 2022 happening on September 24-25, 2022

Hi Runners!

Good news! Yes, it's true. 7-Eleven Run Series is back to the road (no longer virtual).  Register now for 7-Eleven Run 2022 at www.run711.com.

Read on for more details below. Hope to see you in person on the race day!


PRESS RELEASE

After two years of running virtually, the 7-Eleven Run Series is finally back on the road.

The leading convenience store is bringing back the fun and thrill of running together with its 10th installment and 5th simultaneous event in Manila, Cebu, and Davao. To celebrate the grand comeback of the two-day physical event from September 24 to 25, 7-Eleven is preparing exciting cash prizes, major freebies from sponsor brands, and a chance to run in an international competition.

There are nine (9) distance categories to choose from: 3KM, 5KM, 5KM Buddy, 10KM, 10KM Buddy, 16KM, 21KM, 32KM, and 42KM, with medals and cash prizes ranging from P2,000 to P25,000. The top three (3) overall male and female Filipino winners from the 21KM, 32KM, and 42KM will get a chance to run and represent the country in an international marathon competition.

Participants can do a quick grocery run with the amount of freebies they can grab from over 30 sampling booths courtesy of 7-Eleven’s brand partners. On the two-day simultaneous event, specifically in Filinvest, Alabang for the Manila leg, Cebu Business Park, Ayala Center for the Cebu leg, and SM City Davao Ecoland, Davao City for the Davao leg, partner brands will offer their favorite snacks, drinks, daily essentials, and more for FREE.

Participants can register to join for FREE by collecting 15 e-stamps through the CLiQQ App to redeem one (1) registration code for their chosen category. 30 e-stamps are required to redeem a registration code for each buddy run category.

A P100 minimum purchase of participating items is needed to get one (1) e-stamp. This also entitles the customer to one (1) e-raffle entry per e-stamp, for a chance to be one of the 3,000 winners of products from the run’s major sponsors. This includes freebies from Cornetto, Pocari Sweat, Kopiko Lucky Day, Nature’s Spring, Gatorade, Summit, Del Monte Fit N Right, Le Minerale, Cali, C2, Coca-Cola, Absolute, Nova, Pepsi, Re Fresh, Cobra, Mountain Dew, Wilkins, Nutri Boost, and Selecta.

Participants can also opt to register by paying the corresponding fee per run category starting at P500 each. Once paid or the required number of e-stamps are collected, the participant can claim their Race Kit at their chosen 7-Eleven store.

Registration period is until September 13 only. It doesn’t matter if one is a newbie, a pro runner, or just joining for fun alone, with a friend, or a group, everyone’s welcome to join and run as one community.

 Run to the nearest 7-Eleven store or register online at www.run711.com to join!


RACE SCHEDULE



Friday, July 12, 2019

The Great UP Run - Sundown Race on August 11

NoWhereToGoButUP Foundation in partnership with RUNRIO Events Inc., presents the inaugural
The Great UP Run to be held on August 11, at the UP Diliman, Quezon City. Designed to be an
annual event, the race is set to kickstart the upcoming season of the University Athletic
Association of the Philippines (UAAP).

The Great UP Run is a sundown race, with gun start scheduled at 4:30pm for the 21k category,
4:45pm for the 10k category, 5:00pm for the 2km category and 5:05pm for the 3km category.

NoWhereToGoButUP Foundation will also stage a concert featuring homegrown UP artists immediately following the awarding of the winners of the run.

Read on the details below.

THE GREAT UP RUN
August 11, 2019
UP Diliman, Quezon City
3km/5km/10km/21km

Registration Details
ONLINE (June 10 - July 29)


IN-STORE (July 23 - August 10 / Race Day)

  • Olympic Village - Trinoma, Fairview Terraces, Market Market, Alabang Town Center
  • UP Diliman - College of Human Kinetics

Race Inclusions

Assembly, Gun Start and Cut Off Times

Singlet Design

Finishers Shirt

Finishers Medal

Draw Sting Bag

Monday, August 14, 2017

Team 7-Eleven Philippines Reign in Da Nang International Marathon 2017


Team 7-Eleven Philippines Reign in Da Nang International Marathon 2017

Da Nang Vietnam, August 6, 2017 - This year’s Da Nang International Marathon was successfully concluded this morning in Danang, Vietnam with six Filipino runners, representing Team 7-Eleven Philippines, taking podium spots in the full marathon and half-marathon races .

Lany Cardona of Pangasinan cruised through the 42km race to land as the champion of the women’s division, finishing the course in 03:27:26 while Rafael Pescos of Cebu finished second in the men’s division with a finish time of 02:40:06. Richard Salano, a member of the Philippine Army secured the third spot in the podium of the 21km race with a finish time of 1:20:36 while the trio of Jho-An Banayag-Villarma (01:31:53), Nhe-Ann Barcena (01:37:08) and Ruffa Sorongon (01:37:38) swept the first, second and third spots of the 21km women’s category.
Meanwhile, Lizane Abella (4:20:19) and Azlan Pagay (3:02:06) took the Top 1 honors in their respective age group for the 42km and Kennechie Lorbes (1:49:10) took Top 5 for his Age Group in the 21km race.
“Masaya kami kasi ang 7-Eleven ay walang sawa na pinadadala kami sa ganitong international race.” said Lany Cardona who together with Rafael Pescos were given a slot to race in the Shonan International Marathon happening on December in Kanagawa, Japan with all expenses paid, as part of their prize for winning in the 42km category of this race.




Nine Filipino runners participated in this morning’s race, four of them in the full marathon while five in the half-marathon – a fulfillment of the commitment given by Philippine Seven Corporation (7-Eleven Philippines) to the top 3 (male and female) marathon and full marathon winners of the 7-Eleven Run that was held in the Filinvest City, Alabang last February.

According to Project Head Ms. Michelle Saludes, “We at 7-Eleven want to give Filipino runners not part of the Philippine Team the opportunity to showcase their abilities and be recognized in an international competition.”

Local and foreign participants coming from 50 countries, competed in the Da Nang International Marathon 2017 where the route brought the experience of running through Da Nang’s beautiful coastline passing the bridges across the poetic Han’s river in the middle of the city during sunrise.

This is the fifth year that 7-Eleven Philippines has brought Filipino runners to an international race giving them full support from taking care of all expenses, pocket money and with the help of sponsor Asics Tiger, a complete race suit.

“We will continue to encourage runners who aspire to represent the country in an international competition through the 7-Eleven Run Series which we are planning to expand by having another race in Cebu before the year ends and which will serve as a qualifying race to the 7-Eleven Run happening in Manila next year.” shared Mr. Jose Ang Jr., General Merchandise Division Head.

The participation of Filipino runners was made possible through the effort of Philippine Seven Corporation together with the support of sponsors Safeguard, Selecta Ice Cream, Pocari Sweat, Del Monte, Nature’s Spring, Summit Water, Dole Pineapple, Powerade, Solar Sports, CNN Philippines, Skyway, Filinvest and Asics.

Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017 on October 21


Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017
October 21, 2017
SM By the Bay, SM MOA Complex
5KM

PRESS RELEASE
Hi there, Hello Kitty fans! Are you ready to spread love and have fun with Hello Kitty? After visiting Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia, Hello Kitty is coming to the Philippines through the first ever Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017 happening on October 21, 2017! Let’s have fun with family and friends with the fun run’s theme, “Link Love Together!”

Our beloved Hello Kitty will inspire love and share happiness with everyone in the 5km fun run at the SM By the Bay, SM MOA Complex. To show her excitement to meet all participants, she prepared an exclusive edition Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017 race kit consisting of themed race tee and race bib, with lots of special gifts from sponsors, all in a very cute exclusive Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017 drawstring bag! Everyone who will cross the finish line will also receive a very cute special edition Hello Kitty Run finisher’s medal for their effort!

Hello Kitty herself will meet-and-greet friends and fans at a special stage program during the event! There will also be lots of activities and booths where you can get exclusive and limited edition souvenirs and merchandise.

Early bird tickets has been selling from July 1 until August 15; Standard tickets from August 16 to September 15; and Last minute tickets from September 16 to October 15. Register now at www.hellokittyrunph.com!

Hello Kitty Run Manila 2017 is organized by Tokyo Gets Ltd and Ten:22 Business Solutions in partnership with CHERIFER Syrup, along with its official venue partner, SM By the Bay, official media partners; ETC and 2nd Avenue, Manila Bulletin, Philippine Star, Business Mirror and Otaku Asia, major partners Pocari Sweat and Crystal Clear, Toy Kingdom, Skin White, Rizal Park Hotel, Golden Phoenix Hotel, Pascual Creamy Delight, Skechers, Devant, and marketing partners Salonpas, Acer, Banana Peel, Fujifilm Instax, Softex and Healthy Innovations. This event is supported by JLOP (Japan’s Ministry of Economy and Industry, Contents Division).


Let’s LINK LOVE TOGETHER at HELLO KITTY RUN MANILA 2017!

Sharing some photos in Hello Kitty Run in Bangkok and Singapore













Monday, June 19, 2017

41st National MILO Marathon 2017 Schedule of Races

It's Milo Marathon season again!

See the dates below for the different elimination legs. The 41st National Milo Marathon will kick off in Urdaneta on July 16. Finals will be held in Cebu.


See you at the races!

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Legion Run Philippines CANCELLED

Please see the announcement of the organizer on the cancellation of the event

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Hi!

It is with a heavy heart that we wish to inform you that Legion Run Philippines is CANCELED.

The success of Legion Run relies heavily on the obstacles that have been civil engineered, blueprinted and built by licensed contractors. Unfortunately, these need to be shipped from Bulgaria. We have bumped into a shipping problem and determined that it would be impossible to have the container vans arrive in time for the March 4 event in Greenfield City.

We are saddened that Legion Run won’t push through, but we hope you’ll support us when we’ve sorted things out and hopefully be able to return at a future time.

Legion Run​ Philippines

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Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Legion Run on March 4, 2017


Legion run is set to be held first time in the Philippines on March 4, 2017 at the Greenfield City in Laguna. Legion Run is an international event where successful runs were held for the past years in different parts of the world such as France, Italy, Poland, Greece, Israel, Bulgaria and more. 

This event is a 5km team-oriented run with 20+ obstacles that offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience to people of all levels of physical fitness and ability. Read on for more details regarding this event.


Event Details
DATE: MARCH 4, 2017 (SATURDAY)
TIME: 6:00AM onwards
KIT CLAIMING and CHECK IN Starts: 6:00AM
GUN START: 8:00AM waves every 20 minutes with maximum of 175 participants per wave
LOCATION: GREENFIELD CITY, STA ROSA, LAGUNA

Registration Details
ONLINE: November 15, 2016 to February 24, 2017
PREPAID CARD thru Registration Partners: December 16, 2016 to February 24, 2017

Registration Partner
Gold’s Gym
• Muñoz Waltermart
• Katipunan
• Galleria
• BGC
• Glorietta 4

Registration Price
Early Bird
• November 15, 2016 to December 15, 2016
• Php 1500
• Online
Regular Rate
• December 16, 2016 to February 24, 2017
• Php 2000
• Online and Prepaid Cards thru Registration Partner
Door / Event Day Rate
• March 4, 2017
• Php 2500
• Registration Tent

DO I NEED A TEAM TO PARTICIPATE?
It’d be great if you came along with your own group, but for as long as you are willing to help
yourself and others, you can participate!
If you don’t have a team though, do not hesitate to buy an individual ticket. You will find that you
will not be bored at the event, not even for a minute, even if you wanted to! The obstacles are
designed in such a way that each and every participant will be a part of one massive team with
one goal.
You will run side-by-side with hundreds of other participants and will most definitely make some
spontaneous friendships along the course (yes, just one of the Legion Run course side effects!)
Share your strengths and do not leave anyone behind!

HOW DO I CREATE A TEAM?
All you need to do is pay for the first ticket. During the signup process you will be asked to set up
the team name, generate a secret code and voila! Your team has just been created.
People you invite to the team may then join whenever they want by entering the secret team
code.
Upon registration everyone pays for their own ticket individually but benefit from the team
discount.
• How to join my team?
Just fill in the registration form, add your team name and the secret team code in the appropriate
fields. It’s as simple as that!
IgnitePhilippines Inc.
• How many people can be on a team?
It’s entirely up to you!
However to benefit from the team discount, a minimum number of 25 team members apply.

SHOULD I TRAIN FOR LEGION RUN?
Some follow strict diets and workout routines. Others eat 2 minute noodles and regularly
participate in drinking sessions.
Either training plan is fine by us.
What we do require is for you to train yourself to be aware when another person needs your help.
We will soon announce a Team of Fitness Trainer with their contact details.

I CAN'T SWIM. CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE?
Absolutely!
Though we have numerous water obstacles, none of them require basic swimming skills. All you
need is the courage to start and go through with it.

ARE MINORS ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE?
Our participants may act like grown-up children most of the time, but they all are over 18.
There will be activities for spectators though so children and non-registered adults may enjoy
what our partners have to offer outside the course.
We will be allowing 16-18 year old teenagers to participate with their registered guardians
(family or relatives)

WHAT DO I RECEIVE AFTER I REGISTER?
You will receive a confirmation mail immediately after registration online. This will include your
ticket as well as a waiver form. Please print it, read the attached waiver carefully and then sign it.
Additionally, in the week before the event, we will send you two more emails with useful info such
as recommendations, list of must-haves and directions on how to reach us.

I HAVE NOT YET RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. WHAT DO I DO?
Please check your spam folder first.
If you still can’t find the confirmation mail, notify us at philippines@legionrun.com and we’ll fix
things up for you.

CAN I TRANSFER MY TICKET TO SOMEONE ELSE/ANOTHER EVENT?
Yes. Changes are possible up to two weeks before the event date.
Change fees may apply.

CAN I GET A REFUND?
Refunds will only be done in cases where legion run itself cancels the event.
Under no other circumstances will a refund be allowed.

EVENT DAY
When should I arrive?
We recommend you arrive an hour before the wave you want to participate in starts. the waves
will be every 20 minutes with 175 people in each wave. GUN STARTS at 8:00AM. Kit Claiming and
Check in is open starting 6AM.
Allow yourself enough time to park, register, warm up.
Take in the setup of the event grounds and familiarize yourself with it.
This will be a good chance for you to check out the activities with your group as well as shop, eat
and get to know the other people joining the fun!
Keep in mind that, if you come late, you may not be able to join your team’s wave and will have to
run in the next available wave.

What do I need to bring in order to check in?
Bring a valid government ID (ID card, passport or driving license) plus your printed and signed
ticket.

What should I wear?
Anything you feel comfortable wearing while running, jumping, climbing and crawling through
mud is fine. Recommended:
• Half-finger training (grip) gloves
• Long tights / compression pants
• Knee high socks
• Sports shoes

During the run, do NOT wear anything that you would not want it to be covered with mud all over
Don’t think so much about looking cool, be practical and wear clothes you won’t be worried
about. But if you won’t be worried about wearing a costume, your pyjamas or your favorite dress
then by all means go for it for as long as you can do the course in it! It is meant to be fun after all!

How long does it take to run the course?
Finish time depends on you and your team, on whether you are competitive by nature or you are
doing the course just for the fun of it.
The average finish time is an hour and a half.

Am I allowed to skip obstacles?
Of course! Remember?! This is not a competition, so there are no penalties for bypassing.
In fact, we actively encourage you to skip obstacles if you are even the slightest bit unsure. Feel
free to just take photographs, videos or cheer people on if you choose to bypass.
The idea is to challenge one’s self and have fun, not to be terrified and get injured to the point of
not having fun anymore!

Will there be food and drinks on site?
Along the course there will be several stations with free water and sports drink for all the
participants.
There will also be food and drink vendors on site offering something for everyone, so please don’t
bring food and drinks with you.

Will there be medical help?
Yes. Several first aid teams will be positioned along the course, ready to assist immediately if
medical help is needed.
Medical city south Luzon is also 500 meters away from the event premises.

Will there be any after-party?
Why after?! The whole event itself is a priceless party – there will be food, drinks, music and some
happy muddy creatures wandering around.

TRANSPORT, PARKING, FACILITIES
The location map and GPS coordinates are listed on your event page.
Additionally, in the week before the event we will email you the directions to the site. In the
meantime, keep an eye on the Facebook page of your event for more news and updates.

Do you offer transport to the event location?
We don’t. However feel free to use the Facebook page of the event to search for or post ridesharing
announcements.
But who knows, surprises are everywhere. So stay tuned.

Will there be parking available at the event?
Yes, Paseo de Sta Rosa. Minimal fee applies.

Will there be showers and portalet?
Yes. Do not expect five-star facilities though. You’ll be able to hose down mud and sweat at the
end of the course. We kindly ask all participants to use the shower facilities wisely in order to
avoid unnecessary queues.

SPECTATORS
Spectators are surely allowed! The more the merrier!
The fun is definitely worth it!
They will also be able to choose their own activities from the host of event partners on the day!

Do you charge a spectator fee?
No.

Am I allowed to walk the course along with the participants?
Hell yeah! We are among the few in the obstacle course industry that allow spectators to fully
experience the event thrill. They are allowed to follow the participants at some of the course and
take pictures. But please note that spectators must not get in the way of participants, attempt or
complete obstacles.

Am I allowed to take pictures or make videos on site?
As many as you want! But if you represent a media, you need to request accreditation and
provide us a copy of the footage afterwards.

Can minors and kids come as spectators?
Sure they can! There will be plenty of activities for them too! If you want to enjoy the Legion Run
vibe to its fullest though, we recommend you make sure there is someone else attending to their
needs while you are at the course.

Can I bring my dog?
Only k-9 and guide dogs will be allowed at the event.
We’re sure your pets are awesome but we’d like to protect them too from any harm from the
event.

DISCLAIMER
Legion Run reserves the right to modify or change its venues, dates, wave times, courses, fees,
size of waves, and any other event details, to update website content or policies as needed,
without prior notice. By accessing this website or signing up to a Legion Run event you agree to
these terms. We update our website periodically so check your event page frequently as it may
get updated with more current information than first seen upon registering.

Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for daily updates:
Email us at: philippines@legionrun.com

7-Eleven Run 2017 on February 5, 2017

7-Eleven Run 2017
February 4-5, 2017
Filinvest and Skyway

Once again, 7-Eleven will be holding Run 2017 this coming February 5, 2017. It will be held at the Skyway and Filinvest City and will feature eight (8) categories: 500m (Kids run), 3km, 5kmm, 10km Buddy, 10km, 16km , 21km and 42km. Please read on below for more details.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

OR EARN YOUR WAY TO FINISH LINE

PROMO MECHANICS
Promo Duration : November 23, 2016 - January 15, 2017
1. Cliqq App user or Everyday Rewards cardholder will earn E-stamps for every P100.00 purchase of any participating
items from the major sponsors.
2. For every purchase of a booster item, the customer instantly gets an additional E-stamp. (If item is P100.00 or above was
purchase with another participating item, the cardholder gets 2 E-stamps for that transaction.)
E-Stamps needed:
• Earn Fifty (50) E-stamps to redeem the race category of your choice.
• For 10K Buddy Run, the customer must earn One Hundred (100) E-stamps
3. Customer will instantly receive the one-time use 7 – Connect Reference Number through SMS or App.
4. The SMS will show the message “Redeem your RACEKIT & use Ref. # at www.run711.com at any 7-Eleven stores on or
before January 10, 2017. Show this msg at the counter: 7-CONNECT: 1234-5678-9012”. The 7 – Connect Reference number
will be used for the registration of the race category they redeemed.
Race Voucher Instructions:
• Click “I have a promo code” tab
• Enter the 7-Connect Reference Number
• Choose what store they want to pick up the free race kit.
5. Race kit claiming will be in the store nominated by the customer upon registration.

SINGLET DESIGN

RACE SCHEDULES

RACE ROUTES

TOP FINISHERS


FINISHER SHIRT

FINISHER MEDAL
For more details, please visit http://www.run711.com/#/. See you on race day!