Name: Country Sole Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Start: 20211016
End: 20211016
Location: Chicago

Chicago, IL | OCT. 16, 2021

2021 WEBSITE AND GEAR UPDATES COMING SOON!

EVENT DAY QUICK LINKS

PACKET PICK UP INFO / FIND MY BIB NUMBER / EVENT SCHEDULE

PARKING / RESULTS / FAQ’S

UPDATES & SAFETY PROTOCOLS

We are excited to announce the Country Sole Half Marathon, 10K & 5K will be happening LIVE on October 16th. We have recreated this run to make it what we believe is the safest individual run you can participate in (click here for a complete list of safety protocols). We also have a virtual option, as well!
Here’s how it works:
1. Register now to secure your spot and we will not charge your card until 2 weeks before the event. If the run is unable to occur at this time you will not be charged. Limited spots available.
2. On event day, we will release each individual runner in a time-trial start. Participants will sign up for an exact start time closer to the event (exact date to be announced).
3. There will be limited touchpoints at this event. All event water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks.
4. This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-event and by mail.
5. All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
6. There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the event site and the racecourse.
7. Subject to change, pending local gathering guidelines.

WHAT IS THE NEW 2020 COUNTRY SOLE 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON?

The Country Sole Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K is still the beloved event it has always been, and this year instead of having a mass gathering event, runners can race the Lakefront trail course on their own or run virtually anywhere on a date of their choosing in October.
Here’s how it works:
1. Register for the virtual 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon and run the Lakefront Trail course without the crowds on your own on a date of your choosing in October. Or, run it virtually on a course of your choosing anywhere, anytime.
2. Select a day from October 1st-October 31st to conquer the distance on your own. Be sure to print your race bib before heading out on your run!
3. If you choose to run the Lakefront Trail route, you can follow the route using Strava and MapMyRun or get turn-by-turn voice directions using RunGo. You can also download and print out the map from the “Course Map” accordion below. If you choose to run the distance virtually on your own on a course of your choosing, use your favorite tracking app or watch to keep track of your finish time.
4. After conquering the distance on your own, submit your results to the leader board and print off your finisher certificate.
5. Get your commemorative event gear mailed straight to your door!

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CHIP TIMED

HALF MARATHON,
10K & 5K

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LAKEFRONT

COURSE MAPS

RUN VIRTUALLY

We are excited to also offer the option to conquer the Country Sole Half Marathon,10K & 5K virtually on your own on a course of your choosing and get the gear mailed straight to your door.
Here’s how it works:
1. Select the virtual category when you sign up. Your card will be charged at the time of registration.
2. Conquer your distance on your own, on a course of your choosing any day through November 31st. Remember to print your commemorative bib before taking off on your run!
3. Use your favorite tracking app or watch to keep track of your mileage and finish time.
4. Submit your results to be added to the leader board. Learn how to submit your results here (link coming soon). Be sure to print off your finisher certificate after you submit your results!
5. Get your commemorative gear mailed straight to your door!

SAFETY PROTOCOLS

On race day, we will release 1 participant individually every 10 seconds. There will be clear markings on the ground to comply with proper social distancing procedures. The start and finish line will be separated.
There will be limited touchpoints. All water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks. Participants will sign an online waiver prior to participating.
This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-race day and by mail. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes prior to your assigned start time and please depart once you complete the race.
All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
Please wear a mask or facial covering when you are in the start/finish line area. You may remove your mask when you begin the race. Please note there will not be a gear check to hold masks. It can be placed on a belt, in an arm or waistband, etc. Please remember to put the mask/facial covering back on when you have finished the race.
There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the site and the racecourse.
No spectators are allowed near the start and finish line. Spectators may watch the race along the racecourse at least 6 ft. back from participants.

Schedule

Race Day
There will be no race day packet pick up. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before your assigned start time. This race has a limited number of spots and will sell out. If you miss your start time, your spot will be forfeited. The race will try to allow you to start at the end of the wave, however, this is subject to available spots.
Staggered start with one participant starting individually every 10 seconds. Participants will be assigned their exact start time in an email the week of the race based on their estimated pace.
Course time limit:
Half Marathon: 3 hours 30 minutes
10K – 1 hour 50 minutes
5K – 1 hour 30 minutes

Packet pick up

Event morning packet pick up not available.
Option 1: Get your packet mailed right to your door for $17.99 (limited time availability).
Option 2: Packet pick up information will be posted about 2 weeks prior to the event.
Picking up someone else’s packet, don’t forget you must bring their signed waiver.
There will be no race day packet pick up.
*Note for 2021 that there will be no race day packet pick up. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you: Post-race event gear registration

Charity

FETCHING TAILS FOUNDATION
Fetching Tails Foundation is a 501c3 Illinois based non-breed specific rescue committed to saving dogs regardless of breed, age, and physical ability.
Fetching Tails Foundation is committed to lowering euthanasia rates by rescuing adoptable dogs from high kill shelters and other animal intake facilities and placing them in approved adopted homes. We are dedicated to helping our community through educational programs and combined efforts for spay & neuter clinics.

DIRECTIONS, PARKING & HOTELS

Start/Finish Address:
Montrose Harbor
601 West Montrose Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613
-See course map for exact location.
All Community Events recommends eco-friendly transportation for your convenience: carpool, bicycle or use public transit!
Public Transportation:
-CTA(Chicago Transit Authority): CTA’s trip planner http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com or 888.YOUR.CTA
-Metra Train Service: www.metrarail.com or 312.322.6777
-RTA(Regional Transit Authority): www.rtachicago.com
Parking:
-Parking along and on N. Simonds Dr.

Bicycle parking is available near the race start/finish location.
Hotels:
Nearby Hotels

COURSE MAPS & LIVE PARTICIPANT TRACKING

Course Maps:
HALF MARATHON COURSE MAP
HALF MARATHON ELEVATION MAP
10K COURSE MAP
5K COURSE MAP
Live Participant Tracking:
Click here to download the live participant tracking app, RaceJoy.
Experience race day like never before! Track your race progress while on course. Your family and friends can track your progress and directly send you motivational support while you’re racing.

BEER

Awards

A winner medal will be awarded to the top 3 participants, male and female, in each age group and overall for both the 5K & 10K.
Age Categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Finisher medals will be given to half marathon finishers only.
Overall and age category awards will be mailed out post-event. Post race medal request registration.

Pacers

Volunteer info

CONTACT US & FAQs

You will enter your credit card information at the time of registration, but your card will not be charged until 2 weeks prior to the event.
Need help with your registration? Race Transfer? Change your t-shirt size? Bib exchange? etc. Click here.
Runners and walkers can participate in this race. See the schedule above for the time limit. One participant will start every 10 seconds.
This run will be chip timed. Participants wear a timing chip integrated with their bib number that starts their individual time when they cross the start line and stops it when they cross the finish line.
Participant gear must be picked up at pre-packet pickup or mailed to you. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you. Post-race shirt request link.
If you ordered your race packet to be mailed to you or signed up for the virtual run, your gear will typically arrive 1 – 4 days before the race day. It will be sent to the address you entered in during registration. If your package does not arrive before the race day, please come to packet pick up or the race site where you will be re-assigned your bib and gear.
Headphones/iPod/mp3 devices are allowed, though are strongly not recommended. It is the participant’s responsibility to make sure that they do not impair their ability to hear and detect present or potential hazards and dangers.
If at any time you are in need of assistance throughout the run please notify a volunteer or course monitor.
All participants are required to sign an online waiver. There will be no paper waivers to minimize touchpoints.
No Dogs. Strollers are allowed for walkers & joggers only and the parent/guardian must sign a waiver on behalf of their child(ren) in the stroller.
All water stations include water and Half Marathon water stations include water and sports drink. All drinks will be in sealed bottles and participants will be able to take them off of the table themselves to minimize touchpoints.
The run will start rain, snow or shine. The run could be delayed due to lightning or other dangerous conditions. The above schedule is weather dependent.
You can transfer to a different distance within the same race up to 7 days before the run. If you are transferring to a more expensive race you’ll have to pay the difference of the registration fees.
You can transfer your registration/bib # to another participant for $6 up to 3 days before the run.
You can defer your registration to next year’s race or any other All Community Events race for $6 up to 17 days before the run. After that, you can still defer for $15 until the day prior to packet pick up. All deferment requests must be sent via e-mail and please include your name, the race your currently in and which race you would like to defer into.
You can manage your shirt size and any other add-ons up to 10 days before the race day.
Email: info@allcommunityevents.com
Phone: 224-757-5425
Office hours: M – F from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST
*We may not be in the office on Mondays or Fridays due to being on-site for events.