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After the Run
Congratulations to all participants in the Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas! We hope everyone enjoyed the spectacular finish on the 50-yard line.

Katie McGregor set a course record for women and Jeff Jonaitis won his third straight Soldier Field 10 Mile.

Registration for the 2011 Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile will open on Veterans Day, November 11, 2010.

About the Run
The Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas starts on the east lawn outside of Soldier Field, runs south and returns to Soldier Field with spectacular finish on the 50-yard line in the center of the field.

The 2 Mile Walk (non-competitive) takes place on the grounds surrounding Soldier Field, passing through the colonnades. The Kids Blitz (ages 5 - 12) takes place on the field.

View the Participant Guide or visit www.SoldierField10.com for additional event details.

Race Charity
The proceeds from the Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas will benefit the American Cancer Society and Salute INC..

Date & Time
Saturday, May 29, 2010
10 Mile Race | 7:30am start
2 Mile Walk | 8am start

Start Location
East Lawn of Soldier Field (1410 S. Museum Campus Drive) Chicago, IL

Coming To Chicago
Coming from out of town for the Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas? The Palmer House Hilton is extending special rates to race participants on race weekend. Click here to make a reservation.

Soldier Field 10 Mile Training Program
This program offers a great way to prepare for the Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas. Additional details are available at www.SoldierField10.com.

    Program Kick-Off and Informational Meeting
    Date: Saturday, March 13
    Time: 9am
    Location: Fleet Feet Sports - Piper's Alley

Entry Limit
The 10 Mile Race is limited to a maximum of 10,000 entrants and the Kids Blitz is limited to a maximum of 200 entrants. Registration for the event will close once the limit has been reached.

Registration for the 10 Mile Race and Kids Blitz have reached capacity and is closed.

Registration and Packet Pick Up

Entry Fees:

10 Mile Race: $60 before 5/24/10 SOLD OUT
2 Mile Walk: $20 before 5/24/10; $25 race week 5/24/10 - 5/29/10
Kids Blitz: $15 before 5/24/10 SOLD OUT
All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable

By Mail: click here for a printable entry form (PDF)

Packet Pick Up:
Packet pick up and registration for the 10 Mile Race (if available) and 2 Mile Walk will take place on the following days:

Date	Time	Location	Address	Phone

TUE 5/25	10am - 8pm	Piper's Alley	1620 N. Wells St., Chicago	312.587.3338
WED 5/26	10am - 8pm	Piper's Alley	1620 N. Wells St., Chicago	312.587.3338
THUR 5/27	10am - 8pm	Piper's Alley	1620 N. Wells St., Chicago	312.587.3338
FRI 5/28	10am - 8pm	Piper's Alley	1620 N. Wells St., Chicago	312.587.3338

Race Day Packet Pick Up and 2 Mile Walk Registration:

Race Site: 5:30am-7am
2 Mile Walk Fee: $25
All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable

Shirt and Goody Bag
Each participant will receive an official event shirt and goody bag. 10 Mile Run participants will receive an adidas CLIMACOOL© Event Tech Tee. Kids Blitz and 2 Mile Walk participants will receive a cotton t-shirt.

Timing
The Soldier Field 10 Mile is timed using ChronoTrack D-tag technology, providing each participant with an accurate time from the start to the finish lines.

Post-Race Festival
Stay after the race for the post-race festival, where there will be great food, interactive sponsor booths and live music.

Kids Blitz
The Kids Blitz (ages 5 - 12) takes place on Soldier Field during the 10 Mile Run and 2 Mile Walk. A parent or guardian must accompany each child during assembly and be present throughout the event. Please note, parents and guardians are not allowed on the field but have the opportunity to watch the sprint from a special parents' section inside the stadium.

Course
Water and Gatorade Endurance Formula will be provided at hydration stations along the course.

Please note, the finisher entrance to Soldier Field closes promptly at 10:10am (approximately 15 minute mile pace). All participants must complete the course within this time frame.

Click here for a 2010 Soldier Field 10 Mile course map.
Click here for the 2010 2 Mile Walk course map.

Course Safety
To ensure everyone's safe enjoyment of these events, please adhere to the following: no dogs, bicycles, roller skates or unauthorized wheeled vehicles will be permitted on the 10 Mile course. Baby strollers and joggers are permitted in the 2 Mile Walk but must begin at the back of the start area, after the majority of participants have crossed the start line.

Start Line Corrals
The 10 Mile Race features a multiple corral start. Seeded Corrals are for participants who run 9:00 mile pace or faster and submit proof of past performance (see details below). The Open Corral is for all paces. All corrals will have pace-per-mile markers to assist participants in positioning themselves.

The intent of the corral start system is to ensure a positive race experience and provide all participants the same opportunity for a quick, smooth and safe start and sufficient room to run along the course.

As a reminder, your official time does not begin until you cross the start line. The timing system provides each participant with an accurate time from the start to finish lines.

How to Qualify for a Seeded Corral
Qualifying times for access to Seeded Corrals:
	Marathon	4:15:00 or faster (9:40 pace)
	Half Marathon	2:00:00 or faster (9:10 pace)
	10 Mile	1:30:00 or faster (9:00 pace)
	10K	0:55:00 or faster (8:55 pace)
Eligible times must be run between January 1, 2008 and April 1, 2010 on a USATF certified course.
Following are the four (4) ways to gain access to a Seeded Corral:
1)	Qualified Past Participant: Participants who ran the 2008 or 2009 Soldier Field 10 Mile within the specified finish time are pre-qualified for a Seeded Corral. All corral assignments are pending confirmation of results.
	Select online registration option: “Qualified at the 2008 or 2009 Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile.”
2)	Submit Proof of Past Performance (for participants who did not qualify at the Soldier Field 10 Mile): Participants who have not run within the above standards in the 2008 or 2009 Soldier Field 10 Mile may still gain access to a Seeded Corral by providing details about the qualifying race (see standards above) during the online registration process.
	Select online registration options "Qualified at another event, will provide details on the next page."
3)	Submit Proof After an Upcoming Performance (for participants who plan to qualify before the April 1, 2010 deadline): Registered participants who wish to gain access to a Seeded Corral but have not yet completed a race within the above standards should register now to secure entry into the race. Proof may be submitted anytime between the date of registration and April 10, 2010. Details on how to submit proof of performance will be emailed once the registration process is complete.
	Select online registration option: “Expect to qualify between now and 4/1/10, will submit results per instructions.”
4)	Qualify at the 2010 Ravenswood Run 5K: A special option now available. Participants who run the 5K in 26 minutes or less will gain entry into a Seeded Corral. The Ravenswood Run is the only 5K time that will be accepted. To take advantage of this special offer, runners should register now for both races. All runners who register for both races and run the qualifying time will be automatically assigned to a Seeded Corral for the 10 Mile Race.
	Select online registration option: “Yes. Expect to qualify at the Ravenswood Run 5K on 4/25/2010.”

Access to Seeded Corrals is limited and not guaranteed. Email entry@SoldierField10.com with questions.

Directions, Parking and Transportation
Participants and spectators can exit Lake Shore Drive at 18th Street or McFetridge Drive and park in the North Garage, South Lot, or Waldron Garage. The South Lot and the Waldron Garage will open at 4am. The North Lot will open at 6am.

Parking is free until 7:15am or once the lots are full. After 7:15am, normal parking fees will apply. Payment is required as you enter.

Click here to view the Participant Guide with parking details.

Help us reduce our carbon footprint! Fleet Feet Sports highly recommends carpooling, using public transportation, or riding your bicycle to the event.

To determine the best route to travel via public transportation, please visit the CTA's trip planner (http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/ ).

Bicycle parking will be available at the race site.

Awards
Awards will be given to the top 3 men overall and the top 3 women overall. There will also be awards for the top 3 male and female age group winners in five- year increments. Overall winners are not included in age group award categories.

Age divisions are as follows: 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, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.

Event Photos
brightroom was on site to capture the events of the day. Click here to view photos from the 2010 event.

Weather Policy
The Soldier Field 10 Mile presented by adidas will take place rain or shine. If cancellation of the event is warranted due to dangerous weather conditions, announcements will be made race day at the race site. The event will not be canceled in advance. All decisions regarding cancellation will be made on site, race day.

Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering please email Gerrie at GRogalla@FleetFeetChicago.com.

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