Kickin Assphault 2009

Great Falls, Montana

Changing Distances

Assphault Kickers respectfully asks that race distances not be changed after May 15 due to the difference in entry fees and packages.

Finish Line Amenities

Great Falls Physical Therapy, Peggy Ray, DPT, will provide bagels, bananas, chocolate milk, water and Gatorade at the finisher’s tent for the 10k and Half- Marathon participants.

 

  

Results

Results will be forwarded to the Great Falls Tribune for posting at their convenience. These will also be available on June 28 in the afternoon by logging on to assphaultkickers.net.

 

Starting Times

The Half-Marathon will start at 6:00 a.m. to the south of Giant Springs State Park. Immediately afterwards, the 10k will start at 6:15 a.m. in the same location. At 9:00 a.m., the Kid’s Half-Marathon and Fun Run will start on the trail side of Heritage State Park just east of the Fish, Wildlife and Parks Headquarters Building.

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fish, Wildlife and Parks Headquarters Building on June 26. Packets will be available on race morning until 5:45 a.m.

Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Program  

Bring your old running shoes to the race and drop off at the recycling bin. For drop-off after the race, go to Gold’s Gym and deposit at their collection bin.

Lodging

O’Haire Motor Inn is our host hotel. Call 406-454-2141 for reservations. Request the “marathon rate.”

Pre-Race Conference:

On June 26 at 6:00 p.m. during packet pickup at the FWP Headquarters, we are honored to announce three speakers covering topics such as pre and post race nutrition, shoe gear, common foot problems, warming up, stretching, strengthening, etc. These topics will be covered by a local dietician Jacqueline Maillett, MS, RD as well as physical therapist Peggy Ray, DPT and podiatrist Dr. Ronald Ray. All three of these health professionals are active runners as well. There will be a time for questions after each presentation. Please plan to attend this fun and informative session!